Carlo Velasquez
Hello, My name is Carlo Velasquez and I am the Content Manager at Leica Store San Francisco. I have a strong background in street photography, use of natural light, and in-depth applied knowledge in all aspects of film production. I work primarily with 35mm film and the Leica M-A is my everyday carry camera. However, I am very well versed in the Leica digital systems as well as regularly make use of the current Leica M cameras as well as the Leica SL2-S for video production.
Thumbprints & Signatures: Leica 9cm f/2.2 Thambar
Welcome back to another episode of Thumbprints & Signatures! We delve into Leica’s most ethereal lens from the past—the 9cm...
Long Term Review: Filming With the Leica SL2-S
My main camera for filming videos for Camera West TV is the Leica SL2-S. You might be wondering, why the...
A Few Frames: The Leica Q3 with Anastasia Blackman
My professional journey has been defined by a lifelong passion for storytelling and the pursuit of visual excellence. I have...
Mark De Paola “Bridging the Gap Between Stills & Motion” Workshop Recap
As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary here at Leica Store San Francisco, we thought it only fitting to invite Mark de...
Candido Film Overview
Candido is a London based color negative film manufacturer that specialized in 3 unique film stocks while keeping the cost...
A Few Frames: 90mm f2 Apo-Summicron-M ASPH & Leica M11-P
The Leica 90mm has had many iteration over the years, each with their own unique character and in some cases,...
The Leica 35mm f1.4 Summilux-M Steel Rim
Today in Thumbprint & Signatures; a series that highlights the unique visual signature of Leica lenses, new and old, we...
PolaCon Bay Area 2024 Recap
The world’s first annual three-day instant film photography convention, PolaCon Bay Area @instantfilmsociety , returned to the Bay Area on...
Testing the Leica SL3 at Leitz Park!
Join Carlo in Wetzlar Germany at Leitz Park as he tests out the new Leica SL3, talks to those involved...
“This Must Be The Place” – Exhibition Insight
For those who were not able to visit the artist reception of “This Must Be The Place”, join each artist...