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• Limited edition prints available in the following sizes: 12x18”, 20x30” and 30x45”
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Alex Ramos (b. 1989) is a San Francisco Bay Area-based artist whose work explores railroads and their impact on the Western United States, a theme rooted in his early fascination with trains. Growing up in the Bay Area, he developed a strong connection to the region and its layered histories, which continue to inspire his projects.
With extensive experience in the photographic arts, Alex has served as Gallery Director and Creative Advisor at Leica Store San Francisco, as well as Gallery Coordinator at Scott Nichols Gallery. His work in these roles reflects his dedication to the photographic community and his commitment to fostering a deeper appreciation for the medium.
Passionate about photography books, Alex curates the bookshop at Leica Store San Francisco, offering a diverse selection for both locals and visitors. He has also published numerous exhibition catalogs during his tenure at the gallery. At home, his personal library serves as an ongoing source of inspiration for his artistic practice.
Work Experience:
2024 - Ongoing: Creative Advisor, Leica Store San Francisco
2023 - 2024: Creative Director, Leica Store San Francisco
2014 - 2023: Gallery Director, Leica Store San Francisco
2008 - 2014: Gallery Coordinator, Scott Nichols Gallery
Education:
2007-2009: City College of San Francisco - Photographic studies with a focus on wet darkroom printing and business of photography with Ken Light.
Solo Exhibitions:
2021 - Chinese Historical Society of America: Ceremony at Summit
2016 - SFO Museum: Railroads
2012 - Mission Workshop: The San Francisco Bay Railroad
Group Exhibitions:
2025 - Rayko Photo Space - Pretty Gritty 2
2024 - Book and Job Gallery - “Current Affairs”
2015 - Rock Paper Scissors Gallery
2008 - California State Railroad Museum
2007 - California State Railroad Museum
Lecture:
2010 Conference: Center for Railroad Photography and Art
Juror:
2018 - UC Berkeley: Dorothea Lange Fellowship
Publications:
2025 - It Will Hold You (forthcoming book)
2021 - Portrait of a City: San Francisco, Taschen (photographs)
2020 - Channel of Escape, self published artist book (ed. of 25)
2019 - After Promontory, University of Indiana Press (photographs)
2009 - TRAINS, Locomotive Special Issue, September (article + photographs)
Awards:
2008 Center for Railroad Photography and Art, 3rd place
2007 Center for Railroad Photography and Art, 3rd place
Film Credit:
2024 - Who Is Michael Jang?
2019 - Show Me the Picture: The Story of Jim Marshall
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Photographic tools and related products that I really appreciate:
Camera: Leica Camera ( Leica SL and M system + 24-70, 28/50/90 lenses)
Paper: Hahnemuhle
Drone: DJI Mavic Pro II
Lighting: Harlowe
For analog photography, my preferred photolab: Underdog