Capture the Moment.

I’m Troy Brathwaite, a New York City–based photographer and videographer drawn to real, unfiltered moments. Whether it’s a street portrait, a video interview, or an intimate family gathering, my Phocus is always on connection. To me, photography isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. About noticing the beauty in what’s real.

How It Started

A few years ago, when my son was born, I began asking myself questions that stayed with me.
What stories will I tell him about growing up? About summers in Trinidad, the rhythm of West Indian culture, the lessons that shaped me?

And then another question came—what about the stories of others?
The ones our elders carry quietly, waiting to be passed down?

That question became The Legacy Project.

What The Legacy Project Is

The Legacy Project is a visual storytelling series dedicated to preserving the voices, memories, and wisdom of elders from all walks of life. Through portrait photography, interviews, and film, we capture their stories—so future generations can see, hear, and remember where they come from.

It’s not just about nostalgia.
It’s about belonging.
Because when we honor the past, we strengthen the future.

In a fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose touch with our roots, our elders, and the stories that have shaped us. The Legacy Project exists to keep that connection alive. Every portrait is a bridge between generations. Every interview is a piece of history that might otherwise disappear.

This is memory turned into motion.
This is a legacy you can see.

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