Japanese bums, Satanists and rappers: photographer documents the life of subcultures around the world
David Tesinsky is an independent photographer from Prague. He reports on the lives of representatives of various subcultures, documents street stories and tells about ordinary people around the world.
"I'm always looking for something unique, provocative. I shoot bright moments of life and unresolved problems of society. I perceive photography as a medicine for people that can heal them by seeing and hearing the stories of others through my photos."
An American woman cries on the street of Prague after learning the results of the US elections — Trump won.
"I got my first camera at the age of 12, but then I wasn't interested in it much, I was more interested in skateboarding and hanging out."
Prague and its contrasts — LGBT communities and women in burqa.
"Before the final exams, I dropped out of school and boarded a plane to the USA. That's how my journey began."
The nuns smoke.
"By the age of 20, I had visited many Asian countries — India, Nepal, Cambodia, Thailand and Japan."
A wheelchair is not a hindrance to love, Prague.
"My expenses were always meager, so I could stay in any country for several months. Sometimes I slept on a park bench or got into trouble because of my expensive camera."
Chicago rappers express an opinion.
Iranian teenagers.
Not far from Port Antonio, Jamaica.
Reflection of life, Havana.
Life is good! Belgium. A frame from David Tesinski's satirical photo project, which destroys stereotypes.
Malu (pictured) considers himself transgender. He is even treated as a kind of celebrity.
Mira Ahimsa has been living for 10 years, basically not using money. Czech Republic.
The Church of Rastafarianism. Children study the history and philosophy of the religious movement.
Circus artist walks a tiger, Czech Republic.
The culture of Rastafarianism and reggae, Jamaica.
Satanist prepares for the ritual "Dark Harlequin", Prague.
Children in the slums of Kathmandu, Nepal.
Rappers in Manhattan.
Drug addicts, Prague.
"Rap is our religion", Detroit.
An exorcism ritual in Ethiopia.
The happiest day. Slums in Osaka, Japan.
Keywords: 18+ | Subcultures | Photographer | Photo report