Genre: Photography

Based in Minneapolis, Nazara Matos is a professional photographer, mother of two, swing dancer, and devoted community advocate. With a degree in Studio Arts, she brings both technical expertise and creative vision to her work, which has been showcased in prestigious venues such as Smithsonian Magazine, the Gordon Parks Gallery, Listen 2 Us Studios, and the Minnesota State Fair. Nazara has facilitated photography workshops at Metropolitan State University and Ghost Ranch Retreat Center in New Mexico.

A passionate storyteller, Nazara captures a wide range of subjects, from intimate family moments to the vibrant essence of musicians and professionals nationwide. Her area of expertise is portrait photography. Beyond photography, she is deeply involved in community advocacy, using her talents to uplift and inspire others. A lover of the outdoors, Nazara often draws inspiration from nature, incorporating its beauty into her craft and life.