Salvador "Pocho" Sanchez-Strawbridge

Pocho-1 Photography was founded in Los Angeles , and has established its signature style with its profound impact at first sight. His photography is more than an Image, it’s a political stance. His contribution has strengthened his integrity as an unwavering activist who uses his photography as a weapon. He integrates his knowledge of photography and digital manipulation to radiate colors which express emotion, passion, and resistance. His captures are not only historical documents, they have profound wordless testimony. He continues to fight with the movement for social justice, changing stereotypes, and rejecting injustice. You can catch Pocho-1 shooting and donating at community events. Walking and talking like a Cholo, Pocho-1 is the bridge that unites the gap for the youth. The intention behind his lens is liberation, providing a paradigm shift to many viewers. Now, after much perseverance he continues to make his mother cry, but not in terror like before. She cries tears of happiness. As she has paved the way in history for him, he continues the family legacy with honor.