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About Arty Rico:
FOR THOSE WHO BUILD IDENTITY, NOT JUST PRODUCT.
Barcelona-based photographer and creative director specializing in crafting cinematic, detail-driven imagery for fashion brands, artists, and cultural disruptors. My work lives at the intersection of avant-garde aesthetics, high fashion sensibility, and streetwear edge, with a raw, high-end finish that captures more than just a look — it tells a story.
With hands-on experience producing campaigns, editorial content. I’ve led turnkey productions across Europe, from 080 Barcelona Fashion Week to shootings for influencers and music artists. Past collaborations include NewBella, Solea HardSeltzer, Master Distiller, SoraxAccessories, Victoria Kosenkova, NYXZR, Vivay, BaseElement and emerging talents across music, fashion, and visual arts. Currently, I’m the creative director for a fashion brand startup backed by a team with a $2M annual revenue, shaping everything from sneaker and accessory design to campaign execution.
I bring full creative production power — from concept to casting, location sourcing, and on-set direction — making me the go-to partner for international and remote-ready fashion projects. Whether you're a brand in Paris or Seoul, I create immersive visuals that align with your voice and elevate your presence.
My philosophy is simple: beauty lives in texture, light, and the unseen — and my work is dedicated to capturing exactly that.
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My interests:
Fashion and Street Style: I'm captivated by the street style of 90s and 00s Asia, which infuses a unique aesthetic into my work. I love avant-garde and archive fashion, my favorite designers are: Raf Simons, Nigo, Yohji Yamamoto, Jun Takashi
Cinema: I'm inspired by filmmakers like Wong Kar Wai, Andrei Tarkovsky, Stanley Kubrick, and movies such as "Natural Born Killers". Their distinct storytelling and visual styles deeply influence my creative direction.
Music: My musical tastes are disco, ambient (e.g., Susumu Yokota), and jazz fusion (e.g., Masayoshi Takanaka). I also appreciate the underground Barcelona music scene, especially vinyl DJs and old school hip-hop.
Literature: Haruki Murakami's works provide a constant source of inspiration, enriching my narrative approach and artistic depth.
Outdoor Activities: Growing up on the islands, I developed a love for surfing and hiking, which energize and refocus me for my artistic projects.
Urban Culture: I thrive in vibrant city environments, enjoying social interactions, music, art galleries, and collaborations with other artists. These experiences fuel my creativity and enhance my work output.
Equipment
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For digital photography I love using my Fuji XT3 with a set of 16mm 35mm 50mm lenses, also have a collection of vintage lenses that give pictures distinct touch. For film photography I prefer simplicity with olympus mju 1&2.
Also have a polaroid camera,2 flashlights and stands for them.
Get in touch: artyricoo@gmail.com
Or arrange a coffee with me to talk about your project!
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