Raphael Lugassy is a French photographer and filmmaker based in Paris. He has been working in the field of photography for over 15 years, specializing in fashion, beauty, and portrait photography. His work has been featured in numerous publications such as Vogue, Elle, GQ, and L'Officiel.
Raphael was born in Paris and grew up surrounded by art and culture. He developed an early interest in photography and began taking pictures at the age of 12. After graduating from high school, he attended the prestigious École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts de Paris where he studied photography and film.
In 2006, Raphael launched his own studio where he began to focus on fashion photography. His work quickly gained recognition from some of the most influential names in the industry including Karl Lagerfeld, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Yves Saint Laurent. He has since worked with many top brands such as Dior, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Balmain and more.
Raphael's work is characterized by its bold use of color and light as well as its unique composition. He often uses natural light to create stunning images that capture the beauty of his subjects. His photographs have been exhibited around the world including at the Louvre Museum in Paris and at galleries in New York City.
In addition to his commercial work, Raphael also produces personal projects that explore themes such as identity and gender roles. He has published several books featuring his photographs including "The Beauty Within" (2012) and "The Human Condition" (2015).
Raphael continues to push boundaries with his creative vision while staying true to his signature style of photography.