Sergio Garrido, a seasoned paparazzi in Ibiza, reflects on the changing nature of his profession. Once-valuable iconic summer photos now go unnoticed due to social media’s influence on celebrities’ self-promotion. The paparazzi market has dwindled, and prices have declined, impacting quality of life for photographers. Sergio discusses the challenges of capturing valuable shots and laments the loss of the “golden age” of paparazzi. Despite this, he remains resilient and continues his work for his family’s sake. He emphasizes the importance of news value over photo quality and speaks about his interactions with celebrities. In a shifting landscape, Sergio’s experience sheds light on the challenges faced by paparazzi photographers.
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