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Ares Jonekson Saragi
Ares Jonekson Saragi
Ares Jonekson Saragi

Ares Jonekson Saragi

Country: Indonesia
Birth: 1983

Ares Jonekson Saragi is a Sumatran-born Indonesian photographer based in Jakarta, Indonesia. He begin his photography path since 2007. he is focusing on documentary, travel, street and portrait photography. His personal projects explore different themes such as history, subculture, environment, and social issues. He has received awards at international photo competitions several times.
 

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