• James Hetfield playing guitar on stage during a concert with a bassist in the background.
  • A woman with long, wavy brown hair and dark makeup, including bold lipstick, is wearing a black dress with sheer fabric and embellishments resembling insects, standing with her hands at her sides against a dark background.
  • A woman wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket standing next to a race car with 'LUCKY STRIKE' written on it, in a dark indoor setting.
  • A blonde woman with long curly hair, wearing pink sunglasses, a black leather jacket, and lace cuffs, singing into a gold microphone on stage, with yellow text overlaying the image.
  • Colorful autumn leaves on rocks and submerged in water with sunlight reflecting off the surface.
  • The Delicate Arch, a natural sandstone arch, illuminated by setting sun in Arches National Park, Utah, with a clear blue sky and distant landscape.
  • A mountain lake at sunset with a sandy shore, lush green trees, and a mountain range in the background under a clear sky.
  • Male performer singing into microphone on stage with a large, enthusiastic audience in front, using smartphones to capture the moment.
  • Waterfall cascading down a rocky cliffside surrounded by green trees and mist with sunlight filtering through.
  • A piece of tempura fish topped with a colorful scoop of crab salad, garnished with chopped green onions on wooden chopsticks, served on a white dish.
  • A field of small white flowers and green grass, with a clear sky and trees in the background.
  • Close-up of two hands with wedding rings and jewelry, resting on a wedding dress with a bouquet of white roses and baby's breath flowers in the background.
  • A person holding a fish in a fishing trap with fishing lines and a safety pin.
  • A woman with long dark hair wearing a purple satin dress with pearl accessories, looking confidently to the side, with colorful lighting and blurred background.
  • Close-up of a woman's face with pearl jewelry draped over her hair and makeup on her eyelids.
My portfolio

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wHO AM I?

My name is David Leonardo Landinez Gaona, born in Bogotá Colombia in 2004. I moved to the states in 2021 after finishing highscool, looking for a distinctive way to find myself and evolve as an individual inside of this modern jungle. I am currently double majoring in Business administration and visual arts. (I know how different is one from another) however, I identify myself as a multi- talented person, and I believe that my artistic approach Inspired by my mentors Julian and Sara along with the heartfelt and competitive reality taught by my parents will give me an advantage in different commercial and personal projects IN THE FUTURE.

i HAVE ALWAYS FELT SPECIALLY ATTRACTED BY THE 80’S art DECO ASTHETHIC, A BALANCED STEP BACK FROM MODERNISM INJECTED WITH SOME CHARACHTERISTIC TRAITS OF NEOCLASICISM IS THE PERFECT SMOOTH MIX FOR MY EYES AND MY PERSONALITY. through PHOTOGRAPHY I’VE TRIED TO ILLUSTRATE THIS FEELING AND STYLE, EVENTUALLY EXPANDING IT INTO DIFFERENT PROJECTS

Hiker in sunglasses leaning on a rock in a forested mountain valley with a rainbow, rocks, and tall trees under a clear blue sky.
A lakeshore with gentle waves, a sandy beach, tall pine trees, and a mountain bathed in golden sunlight at sunset or sunrise.

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wHAT MAKES MY PHOTOGRAPHY DIFFERENT?

What else can make a picture to have a vintage retro look better than vintage retro gear? that is why i have invested in a peculiar line of film era lenses for my digital photography. That's right! manual focus and manual aperture. I believe that autofocus is cheating in photography (unless shooting sports and highspeed scenarios, get that). The point is, i mix modern photography with as many Og photography elements as i can. These visual effects are unique and cannot be done or comparable with editing and modern equipment. knowledge and skill are also needed to get the results i want to get out of my camera. nowadays everybody can do the cliche photography phrase of "freeze a moment". That is why I attempt to do it in a more distinctive way no commercial, no trendy, but the way it seems artistic and esthetic, at least technically, once my sister stated in one of her gorgeous illustrations; "Be like everybody is the same nobody" -gUABINARESA

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THESE ARE SOME OF SUCH LENSES

sUPER-MULTI COATED TAKUMAR 50MM -F1.4

A camera lens placed outdoors with green foliage in the reflection on the glass
A young woman with long brown hair and light makeup standing in a wooded area, holding a white sheet or blanket close to her chest. She gazes directly at the camera with a neutral expression, illuminated by soft natural light.

Released in the early '70s, the SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 has become one of my absolute favorite lenses to use. It's exquisite optical quality and versatile focal length make it essential for my photography.

this lens always delivers stunning, sharp photos with beautiful background blur (aka) bubble bokeh.

JUPITER 9 85MM- F2

Close-up of a camera lens resting on a surface with blurred green and light background.

Originally released in the 1950's, this lens in particular is a modified version of a Jupiter 9 built for old film rangefinder cameras in order to be usable In SLR film cameras. the sharpness and Flare control of this lens is exceptional. I love using this lens for portraits due to the compression effect of telephoto lenses and the amazing quality and sharpness of this really old lens.

A man wearing a wide-brimmed hat, a gray zip-up sweater, and black pants is outdoors among greenhouse plants, holding two black buckets.

HELIOS 44M-4 58MM-F2

A Helios 44M-4 camera lens resting on a surface with a blurred green and white background.
Close-up of layered sandstone cliffs on a desert landscape with clear blue sky.

This model of the Helios 44, originally released in the Soviet Union during the 50's is one of the most common and known vintage lenses. yet is still being a big favorite among fine art photographers and Hollywood productions due to its Incomparable quality and its characteristic swirl effect on the bokeh, delivering a distinctive artistiC charm

sUPER-MULTI COATED TAKUMAR 28MM -F3.5

Close-up of a camera lens with a blurred outdoor background.

The Super-Takumar 28mm f3.5 was produced in Japan between 1962 and 1975, Ideal for landscape, cityscape, and wider-angle street photography. It delivers impressive color contrast, especially for primary colors like blue skies and green foliage.

A winding dirt road descending through a deep canyon with steep, layered rock walls and sparse vegetation.

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why you should book with me

A painting of a seated young woman with short brown hair, gazing thoughtfully, wearing a white dress, surrounded by a lush green background with an impressionistic style.
A young man with sunglasses and dark hair sitting in a black armchair, resting his head on his hand in a relaxed pose, in a modern cafe or lounge with exposed brick walls, a round table, and decorative chairs.
A mummified Egyptian mummy with a gold funerary mask lying on a surface.
A classical marble sculpture of a seated woman holding a rectangular object, displayed in an art gallery with framed paintings on a dark red wall.
A military tank with a star insignia, displayed outdoors on a grassy area, surrounded by trees and utility poles, in black and white.

I understand that every client has unique needs and visions. That's why my photography packages are fully customizable. We can discuss the number of photos you require, the thematic style you desire, and any other preferences you may have. I utilize top-of-the-line equipment to ensure the technical quality of your photos. However, my passion lles in capturing more than just a clear Image. Through experimenting and Intensive learning, I've developed my artistic/philosophical approach to photography, transforming moments into timeless works of art.

My goal is to transcend the typical commercial photography style. I strive to create photographs that are not only beautiful but also are deeply personal and emotionally resonant. Imagine your memories transformed into stunning pieces of art and not one of the bunch commercial photographs.