Iago Lourido
(Galicia, 2004)
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Galician freelance photojournalist specialized in Photography at the EASD Mestre Mateo, in Santiago de Compostela (where he is based).
After nearly a decade in photography and over two years of professional experience, he focuses on documenting protests, natural disasters and social issues. He has worked in difficult situations like floods, wildfires and some riots around the world.
His ambition is to establish himself as a worldwide conflict correspondent, exploring the intersection of society and violence.
Achievements and publications
2025:
-Exhibition at Retiro's Park (Madrid) with the photo series "Soterrat" about Valencia DANA Mass Floods, as part of Cultura Inquieta & Iberdrola "Voluntarios por Amor" contest.
-Video coverage of Galicia Wildfires for Viory agency.
-Publications in various newspapers, including front-page features in "Barrios" newspaper because of Galicia Wildfires.
-Honorable Mention at Xuventude Crea contest for the photo series "Quemados" about Galician firefighters protests.
-Collective exhibition of Quemados in the "USC Mazarelos Church".