My name is Zay Monae and I am a cultural photographer, within my community of Los Angeles, who’s constantly intrigued by the kaleidoscopic tapestry of human experiences within regions of the city such as Leimert Park, Inglewood, Crenshaw, Baldwin Hills, and South Central and East LA.

I am of African American and Mexican descent and strive to visually embody the unique energy radiating from both cultures through my lens. I am eager to capture the soul of the city exploring beyond the Hollywood facades. I seek to find stories in the forgotten corners, celebrate historical communities, and reveal the city’s true essence one capture at a time.
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