Pedro Ledesma, III

Arlington, VA

Born in South Dakota and raised in a small town in Texas, Pedro has always appreciated wide, open spaces and small communities. His mixed Korean-Mexican heritage and extensive time abroad have broadened his perspective on cultures and community. Public schools in Texas, MIT, and Columbia University provided a strong foundation that fueled Pedro's curiosity about the world.



Pedro's photography journey has evolved from documenting beauty in everyday moments to using his camera as a tool for social change, echoing the justice-focused themes he studied in economics. He explores the complexities of social and economic inequities, alongside his own identity in America as a mixed-race, Southern Baptist-raised, Ivy League graduate. Through his creative work, Pedro aims to spark positive change towards greater equality by exploring how these national issues unfold on the stage of small town America.



He currently splits his time between Richmond, VA and the DC Metro area.

Artist Website

www.pedroledesmaiii.com