Ricardo Beas is a Mexican-born photographer based in Los Angeles, California. He has been shooting professionally since the early 2000s and has become one of the most sought-after photographers in the industry. His work has been featured in publications such as Vogue, GQ, and Vanity Fair, as well as on billboards and in advertising campaigns for major brands like Nike and Adidas.
Beas’s photography style is characterized by its vibrant colors and bold compositions. He often uses natural light to create dramatic images that capture the beauty of his subjects. His work often focuses on fashion, portraiture, and lifestyle photography. He also shoots landscapes and travel photography for clients around the world.
Beas’s passion for photography began at an early age when he was given his first camera by his father at age 12. Since then, he has developed a unique eye for capturing moments that tell stories about people and places. He is constantly pushing himself to create new images that are both visually stunning and emotionally powerful.
Beas’s work has been recognized with numerous awards including the International Photography Awards (IPA) in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021; the Lucie Foundation's International Photography Awards (IPA) in 2018; and the Hasselblad Masters Award in 2019. He was also named one of PDN's 30 Emerging Photographers to Watch in 2020.
Beas continues to explore new ways of expressing himself through his photography while inspiring others to do the same.