Derek Macario (he/him) is a first-gen Mexican-Guatamalen artist based in San Francisco, California.
His practice includes analog photography, zine production, and writing. His work centers on documentation of San Francisco. His photography practice affirms the joy and culture experienced by the communities he identifies with.
Macario has been independently producing zines for the past 10 years. Macario documents various community celebrations, including Carnaval SF. In 2024, Macario released a Carnaval SF photobook covering 2018-2023.
In Fall 2022, Macario’s work was installed at the Southeast Community Center (Bayview) and included in The City and County of San Francisco’s permanent art Collection.
Clients and collaborations include: Movemint, On Cloud, Dr. Martens, Chulita Vinyl Club, Southern Exposure (SF).
He works full-time as a public high school educator in San Francisco.
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IG: @derekmacario
For commissions and projects:
derekmacario@gmail.com
Above: July Palm, 2016.