Max Aguilera-Hellweg is an American photographer and writer whose work spans documentary, portraiture, and the intersections of art and science. Known for his intimate, meticulously composed images, Aguilera-Hellweg has photographed subjects ranging from the human body to the hidden worlds of medical and scientific research. His photographs have appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times Magazine, and Rolling Stone, among others. His books, including The Sacred Heart and The Sacred Body, reflect his deep curiosity about humanity’s physical and spiritual dimensions. Through his lens, Aguilera-Hellweg reveals the extraordinary within the ordinary, bringing empathy and precision to every frame.