About

Federico Ríos

Colombia

Federico Ríos is a Colombian photojournalist who has extensively covered Latin America, documenting armed conflict, environmental issues, and their impact on society.
He is a frequent contributor to The New York Times.

In 2020, Ríos published VERDE, a book documenting a decade of Colombia’s guerrilla conflict. His most recent book, Darién (2024), focuses on migration through the Darién Gap.

World Press Photo Involvement:
2025 World Press Photo Contest winner

Federico Ríos on Social Media: 
Instagram: @historiassencillas
X: @federicorios
 

Federico Ríos
Portrait credit: Andres Anfassa