Rob Masao McCarthy is a Japanese-American street photographer based in New York. He produces images with strong narrative elements in primarily urban settings. Rob’s background in architectural photography informs his current work, which is often described as cinematic. As a self-taught artist, Rob feels strongly that photography should be and can be accessible to anyone. He has a spontaneous shooting style and approaches both the art and his subjects with respect, curiosity and a sense of humor.

For 50 years, Leica Galleries across the globe have existed as more than mere exhibition spaces. They are places for imagination, dialogue, and connection. Since the first Leica Gallery opened in Wetzlar in 1976, a global network of Leica Galleries has grown across continents. These galleries are united by the belief that images have the power to move people and change perspectives. The Leica Galleries celebrate the art of seeing and the power of photography. They have been bringing cultures, generations, and stories together, spanning borders, for half a century—reinforcing the idea that true photography is timeless and that seeing is still a universal language.