Born and raised in Arizona, Tucson-based photographer Cassidy Araiza’s work is heavily influenced by the landscapes and people of the southwest. He takes a contemplative and reflective approach to image-making, sharing an intimate glimpse of his surroundings. He is currently working on a project based around cowboy and vaquero culture near the U.S.-Mexico border. This selection of images includes photos from the ongoing series, as well as other recent photographs.

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