Experiencing Vietnam first as a traveler, before a photographer, he instantly fell for its genuine people and phenomenal food on offer. Behind the camera, what he was drawn to was that almost anywhere in Vietnam he could really breathe its unique vibes, forged from its rich history and vigorous fast-paced economic growth. “I think that Vietnamese are a young and hardworking population who are admirably able to put the bitter memories of the war aside and is now eager to seize the opportunities of this time. It isn't always clear which direction it is going, but you can feel a sort of energizing excitement in the air.”
His inspiration comes simple from the challenge of capturing a moment that will never happen again. An authentic emotion, the daily life in the far corners of the planet, chasing the light and finding beauty in the unexpected. All of this drives Eugenio to shoot everyday no matter where he resides.
“I have always been fascinated by the incredible beauty and diversity of the world and its people, which are my favorite subject with all their subtleties of gesture, expression and attitude. I like to portray people in all their dignity, without too much frills or glamour.”
One of Engenio’s favourite images, and perhaps one of the most striking in this series depicts an older man strolling along train tracks enjoying a freshly lit cigarette, a tree ahead of him creates an arched gateway whilst haphazard buildings line either side of him. The scene is colorful, but the man appears alone in thought, such a serene shot it makes you forget that a Eugenio would have been trailing behind him in this moment.