Bio



Born and raised in Italy, Nicola Balestrazzi is a street and documentary photographer. His nomadic lifestyle brings him to explore and document a wide array of cultures from all over the world. He is fascinated by people, its customs and traditions, and the humanity displayed in everyday spontaneous moments. He enjoys watching life’s rich tapestry from behind his camera’s viewfinder. He loves the adventure of being on the road, traveling without a predetermined purpose, looking around with visual curiosity and being surprised by what he encounters.

For inquiries, collaborations, or to contract for assignments worldwide, please email: nicolabalestrazzi@yahoo.co.uk


Part of the series “The Guadalupe Virgin Pilgrimage”, 2nd Place Winner at Tokyo International Foto Awards 2024 and exhibited at House of Lucie Budapest, Tokyo and Ostuni.

“The image is dominated by the shadows of the intruding nightfall, while patches of a vibrant sunset still hold strong on the river’s liquid mirror surface. The viewer observes the solo subject, appearing to relish the tranquillity of their surroundings and the moment of solitude. An image where the viewer’s imagination can escape into peace or adventure”. - LIFE FRAMER’s Djeneba Aduayom

Finalist image at Pure Street Photography Awards 2025 exhibited at Jehangir Art Gallery in Mumbai, India. Published on All About Photo Magazine #52, Street. Editor’s Pick at LensCulture’s Street Photography Awards 2025