"It allows me to detach on the weekend, go out in the morning in the sunrise, and take pictures of Miami that are very different than what you would see in the nightlife were there's art deco and neon lights," Spiros said. "I go out to the tranquil moments and try to capture that. That's like my therapy."

Chas Spiros Interview with CBS Miami for Miami Art Week

Inspiration

Carrying a camera everywhere has become an emotional anchor, and if you’re reading this, that probably resonates. My passion began in Virginia, where I sought to capture the calm of forested landscapes, a pursuit that continues today on Miami’s beaches, chasing fleeting tranquility amid the wonderful chaos that is Miami. I’ve grown to appreciate empty space, anonymity, and quiet contemplation in my images, my photographic voice.

James Popsys noted a philosophy in a video that I find very relatable; making images that beg more questions than they answer. That’s the visual story I am to create, with a tranquil touch. Taking it a step further, in a world where most of our work is shared on tiny screens with less than a second of attention paid, few things match the joy of seeing a stranger quietly absorbed in observing your prints on a wall.

Who is Chas Spiros

My name is Chas Spiros, I’m a hobbyist photographer that looks for beauty in the ordinary and small peaceful moments within the busy world around us. I find immense joy and relaxation in exploring the world with a camera always around my neck and the shutter button ready to press.