The Heart of the Agave


  • Photographer
    Rodrigo Ojeda Alcantara
  • Prize
    Honorable Mention
  • Date of Photograph
    01/25/2025
  • Technical Info
    Shutter Speed: 1/200–1/640 sec, ISO: 400–800, Aperture: f/2.8–f/4.0, Sensor: Full Frame

In the fields of Amatitlán, Mexico, jimadores perform an ancestral ritual: harvesting agave. Each image captures the physical strength, precise craftsmanship, and deep cultural roots behind their labor. From pre-dawn work to the final cut, this series honors the enduring spirit and silent resilience of those who sustain one of Mexico’s most symbolic traditions. It is a tribute to the bond between land, hands, and heritage through generations.

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