Civic Lens Press was founded with the belief that truth and accountability begin on the ground. As an independent photojournalism outlet, we document life at street level—protests, public gatherings, and the quiet moments in between—through an unfiltered, human lens.
Founded by Cesar Guzzetti, a visual storyteller with over 20 years of experience behind the camera, our work centers on authenticity, empathy, and presence. We are committed to capturing images that bear witness—not for spectacle, but for public record.
Civic Lens Press operates with a small team of trusted contributors who share a commitment to responsible journalism. We are not affiliated with any commercial or political entities, allowing us to remain focused on documenting events as they unfold, with clarity and integrity.
We believe that citizen journalism is not a fallback—it’s a force. At Civic Lens Press, our mission is to inform, preserve, and contribute to the ongoing visual history of civic life in America.