Hello. I’m Aurelia.
I was named after my great-grandmother, a beautiful and wise woman whose strength shaped generations. A widow before 30, she woke before dawn to sell eggs in the public market to support her seven children. It’s a big name and I hope someday to live up to it. My name means "golden," and it's a legacy I carry. Just like her, I find my strength and joy in the golden sun.
I’m a storyteller at heart. I love to connect with people— whether I’m behind the lens, on the mic, on the dancefloor, or out and about in the community. I may be capturing a portrait, hosting a dance event, or crafting digital campaigns that connect —at the heart of my work is all about people and the stories that move us. That move me.
Take a look around and get to know me — I’m glad you’re here. Stay curious. Ask questions. Live out loud.
Aurelia Santos is a photographer and storyteller based in the Bay Area.
Her work explores themes of identity, movement, and connection—shaped by her deep passion for the immigrant experience, the ways dance brings people together and social justice.
Let’s work together.
Update. July 2025 during my fifth bout with COVID-19. Stay safe people.
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