José Manuel Ferrater is a Spanish photographer and visual artist based in Barcelona. He has been working as a professional photographer since the early 1990s, and his work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world.
Ferrater's photography is characterized by its strong sense of composition, color, and light. He often uses long exposures to capture the beauty of natural landscapes, as well as urban scenes. His work has been featured in publications such as National Geographic, The New York Times Magazine, and The Guardian.
Ferrater's work has also been featured in several books, including his own monograph "José Manuel Ferrater: A Photographic Journey" (2009). He has also published several other books on photography, including "The Art of Seeing: A Guide to Creative Photography" (2012) and "The Art of Light: A Guide to Creative Lighting" (2015).
In addition to his photographic work, Ferrater is also an accomplished painter. His paintings have been exhibited in galleries throughout Spain and Europe. He is also a passionate traveler who often visits remote locations around the world to capture unique images for his projects.
Ferrater's work has earned him numerous awards over the years, including the National Geographic Award for Best Photography (2008) and the International Photography Award for Best Landscape Photographer (2010). He continues to be an active photographer today, exploring new places and capturing stunning images that reflect his unique vision of the world.