Barber & Photographer

Lawrence Rivera is a street photographer and barber based in Los Angeles, CA. Whether he is holding a camera or a pair of clippers, his work is always about people. With over a decade of experience cutting hair, Lawrence sees barbering not just as a craft but as an intimate, everyday art form. He trained at Regency Beauty School and has built a reputation for making people feel seen, stylish, and celebrated.

For Lawrence, styling is an act of love and solidarity. It is about helping someone recognize themselves more fully when they look in the mirror.

That same instinct for connection lives in his photography. He is drawn to overlooked corners of the city, capturing spaces most people pass by without a second thought. Cracked sidewalks, faded signs, quiet intersections. These places speak to him. They hold memory, tension, and rhythm. He’s drawn to film cameras and embraces the slow, tactile process. For him, it is about curiosity and presence. The same patience and attention he brings to the chair carries over into how he shoots. His images celebrate stillness, imperfection, and the quiet kind of beauty that often goes unnoticed.

Both behind the chair and behind the lens, Lawrence captures life as it is. Layered, vulnerable, and vibrant. Whether it is a haircut that becomes a turning point or a photograph that freezes something fleeting, his work is rooted in empathy, storytelling, and a deep respect for the world around him.