Manolo Ponte is a photographer based in Vienna, Austria, capturing the quiet humor and unexpected beauty in everyday life. His street photography focuses on the subtle, in-between moments—those fleeting instances that often go unnoticed but reveal something universal about being human.
Through his work, Manolo explores the tension between our individuality and the shared experiences that connect us all. Whether wandering the streets of Vienna or exploring cities worldwide, his photographs invite a closer look at the ordinary and the connections hidden within it.
This perspective carries over into his portrait and music photography, where he captures the same spontaneity and depth, finding stories in the smallest details.
Manolo’s photography is a reminder to find the beauty and humor in the unnoticed corners of life—an invitation to see the world anew.
Publications and Exhibitions
Exhibitions
Zwischenräume, Vienna, 2023 (part of Foto Wien 2023)
Augenblick! Straßenfotografie in Wien, 2022 (group exhibition)
Vienna Smokin' Hot, Vienna, 2018
Published
Falter Stadtleben: Zwischenräume, 2020
Augenblick! Straßenfotografie in Wien (Kehrer, 2022)
