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N1 Portrait Photographer of 2022

Leonardo Espina

Houston

Photos participating in the competition

A very magical photo. Without a doubt one of my favorites. A delightful concept that we successfully achieved thanks to the lighting and that magical girl looking.
One of my favorites. Pink on pink. A studio session concept, fashionable with a futuristic style that does not go easily unnoticed.
A photoshoot with a casual urban street concept using a beauty dish from the side to generate contrasts in the skin and the shadows of the body obtaining more depth and relief in the scene.
A very artistic shot, playing with specific lights and shadows to achieve this wonderful result. No doubt this is one of our great shots.
A nice spring afternoon, taking advantage of the cloudy sky. Worked with natural light only and achieved a super fresh and attractive scene, using an 85mm 1.4 lens to achieve that spectacular bokeh.
Working in paradise. A natural scene with natural light that allowed to me to achieve those spectacular tones.<br /> The perfect combination that just can be found in paradise…

About Leonardo

Photography is my way of life, I love what I do, that is why I am always passionate about offering the best. I love competitiveness, always looking for a better world and "the perfect shot". A boundless dreamer full of positive thoughts and energy. My mayor focus: quality and creativity. I pursue my dreams and make others build and pursue theirs through teaching and inspiring them through my work. I am constantly trying to identify opportunities that can help grow and develop our skills as a high-impact audiovisual content creators.

Date of the competition

Collections61 — 72

11 Apr.2021

15 Apr.2022

Winners in 2022

Theresa Sujata Senti

Liechtenstein 🇱🇮

Milena Andree

Germany 🇩🇪

Hubert Wells

Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

James Graf

Switzerland 🇨🇭

Leonardo Espina

The United States 🇺🇸

Top 10 photographers of 2022

5725
65 photos, Number One
A fashion street shoot dancing under Cartagena’s Sun. Being the natural light, colors and the wonderful spot our partners in crime...
Taking advantage of the summer in all its splendor, we were able to achieve colorful and dynamic pictures getting the best out of the model. A result is full of satisfaction.
A very magical photo. Without a doubt one of my favorites. A delightful concept that we successfully achieved thanks to the lighting and that magical girl looking.
A good coffee is always welcome. Anytime, anywhere. This studio shoot was made with some harsh lighting to achieve a nice contrast between light and shadows.
The perfect sunset allowed us to get this spectacular photo. Too much Sensuality, softness and elegance in one picture.❤️
A very artistic shot, playing with specific lights and shadows to achieve this wonderful result. No doubt this is one of our great shots.
A thematic studio session that shows great strength and character throughout the scene. We sincerely love this awesome photoshoot...
A great composition, a very clean and beautiful photo. Without a doubt, the sunset played its role in helping us achieve that wonderful result.
Inside the jungle. A tropical photoshoot taking advantage of the natural light, the rainforest and a great pose along with amazing tropical weather.
This is a great photoshoot with a lot of character, taken at dusk, using a softbox sidelight to soften the highlights and shadows…
6010
49 photos, TOP3
No siempre tenemos la oportunidad de salir a la naturaleza. En esta ocasión decidimos traer elementos que simbolizan la belleza del exterior, de vuelta a nuestro estudio. La pequeña Amel Marie posó para nosotros con su hermosa e inocente mirada.
De camino en viaje de carretera, no pude pasar desapercibido el hermoso paisaje del sur de la República Dominicana, por suerte mi compañera y yo llevábamos con nosotros algunos accesorios como el vestido y aquel sombrero que nos obsequio una clienta muy especial. En seguida aparque a la orilla y saque mi cámara...<br /> Pasamos un agradable momento capturando esta y muchas otras fotografías en ese hermoso lugar.
Parque Colon, Zona colonial de Santo Domingo, un lugar lleno de historia!<br /> <br /> En esta ocasión decidimos esperar al amanecer, una hora prudente donde pudiéramos hacer fotografías sin interrupciones, ya que el parque colon es un lugar turístico muy concurrido. <br /> <br /> Pues no fue menos que una gran sorpresa para todos el resultado de esta increíble toma! <br /> <br /> -Nuestra bella modelo posando un hermoso vestido rojo carmesí. <br /> -la imagen capturada con un gran angular 14mm. <br /> -y la impactante edificación antigua de la zona. <br /> <br /> Definitivamente fue la combinación perfecta para una imagen de gran impacto visual.
Noche estrellada, <br /> <br /> Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración - Santiago de los Caballeros, República Dominicana!<br /> <br /> La fotografía a poca luz siempre ha sido un reto para mi, en esta ocasión utilizamos un speedlight a la derecha de nuestra modelo junto a la luz artificial ambiental del lugar.<br /> <br /> Quiero dar gracias a mi compañera y asistentes quienes ayudaron con el movimiento espectacular del vestido para así poder lograr captar esta increíble toma nocturna!
✨⚜️IN THE POOL⚜️✨⁣⁣<br /> ⁣⁣<br /> Quisimos hacer algo distinto y meter nuestra modelo dentro de la piscina!!!<br /> ⁣<br /> Estos increíbles retratos nocturnos fueron posible gracias a la fabulosa actitud de nuestra amiga @anhyerica quien coopero y estuvo de acuerdo en nuestra idea!
PIERGIORGIO HOTEL<br /> Sosua Dominican Republic<br /> <br /> Gracias a la ayuda de nuestro equipo y el magnifico escenario que nos brinda este hermoso lugar en Sosua, <br /> nuestro 14mm hizo un esplendido trabajo incorporando las columnas para enmarcar nuestra modelo! ???
Dulce sueño de princesa!<br /> <br /> Esta foto ha sido todo un reto, la logramos gracias a una escalera en espiral de 3 pisos, usamos un 85mm ya que era lo que teníamos a mano en el momento, ese rojo carmesí en nuestra modelo es todo un espectáculo!
Cada sesión de fotos es una nueva oportunidad para que capturemos las emociones únicas y la belleza interior que aportas. Queremos capturar momentos que no solo vemos, sino que también sentimos.
Aunque esta sesión fue planificada para la playa al final terminamos en este hermoso lugar!<br /> <br /> Y es que sin importar las adversidades que se presenten, no nos limitamos al momento de crear bellas obras, no importa la locación ni la hora, siempre tratamos de dar solo lo mejor para cada uno de nuestros clientes.
Pues nos llegó el momento de hacer esta idea, utilizamos el relleno de unas almohadas y un juego de luces que teníamos en casa y nuestra modelo esmeraldacmb<br /> siempre lista y dispuesta para sus fotos!
5874
34 photos, TOP3
Bunny made me do it...despite the extreme cold in the middle of winter and thanks to the perseverance of my model we managed to capture this funny shot in a parking garage.
Somewhere close to Lake Constance - with perfect weather conditions that made the cherry blossoms fly through the air, leading to this magical shot.
God created man, a body like Andonis. An early morning photo shoot in the middle of the lake on a tree root. A big thank you to the model.
A sunset shooting in the Lake Bodensee region. this situation was a fluke. We have chosen a place with the best light. At this point, a big thank you to the model.
a beautiful picture creation, consisting of fashion, model and flower color. on the way to the shoot I discovered this beautiful lavender field and thus discovered a new lacation.
shooting at a remote Güther railway station, the light simply plays along. so I could shoot a dignified picture. At this point I would also like to thank the model.
shooting at a remote Güther railway station, the light simply plays along. so I could shoot a dignified picture. At this point I would also like to thank the model.
In the middle of winter, on the way to the actual location, I saw this bridge. and I thought ok, now we have to take a picture spontaneously.
In the middle of the Swiss forest, a T steel girder protrudes from the ground and the atmosphere is sunset. this is how this wonderful picture came about.
A special kind of rule shoot in the middle of Lake Constance, on the Swiss side. Everything was just right. At this point, too, a big thank you to the model.
2916
31 photos, TOP5

Past engagement

31 photos, TOP5

Past engagement

This shot was taken during a test shoot. I plan to use the location for one of my workshops later this year but I never did a photoshoot there before. So I needed to organize a test session to make sure everything will work out well. I was fortunate to work with wonderful @mme_gingerella who did an amazing job even though it was very cold. The slightly transparent fabric looks really nice and dreamy in front of this beautiful old window!
We, that means my colleagues with whom I share the studio and me, did a photoshoot together. There is a small airport nearby with some “old-timer-planes”. We had a ton of fun doing our shoot together with our wonderful model @ac.just.me
Beautiful Reyni aka @itscarmen_garcia was one of my models in my portrait workshop in April. I used this set to show my students how to work with window light. I love the simplicity of the setting and her pose and expression!
I took this picture of beautiful @model_dg_ during the two-day-workshop I held in April this year. I used available light and a reflector. You don’t need super hightec equipment to capture stunning portraits and that’s exactly what I wanted to show my students.
This picture was taken in the courtyard of an old castle. This part is usually closed to public but you can rent the place for weddings, theatres, photoshoots and such. Which is what I did. I had an amazing day with three gorgeous models, one of them, Jessy aka @fuckingfairydust you see here. <br /> I’m so in love with the results of this shoot!
I’m currently trying to learn about fine art photography and this photoshoot was basically a test to see, if I could apply the theory to a real photoshoot. I’m so grateful that two models, one of them is @alessiakeyer which you can see here, were willing to spend some time practicing with me. Thank you ladies!
Nicole knows lion Tau since his first day on earth. And that’s exactly how they treat each other: Like friends, companions, two beings who really like each other. It was so amazing to watch them play!
@whoisshadia is the modern version of "the girl with the pearl earring". It was a fun challenge, trying to "reproduce" this famous painting with a modern flair.
5671
30 photos, TOP5
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting. I usually use soft lighting in my photographs. At present, I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting. I usually use soft lighting in my photographs. At present I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting. I usually use soft lighting in my photographs. At present I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting. In this image I wanted to tell a story inspired by Alice in Wonderland. I usually use soft lighting in my photographs. At present I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting. In this photograph I wanted to represent a futuristic image mixed with modern elements. I usually use soft lighting in my photographs. At present I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting. I usually use soft lighting in my photographs. At present, I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting. I usually use soft lighting in my photographs. At present, I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting.<br /> I usually use soft lighting in my photographs.<br /> At present I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting.<br /> I usually use soft lighting in my photographs.<br /> At present I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
I like to do portraits inspired by Dutch Golden Age painting. I usually use soft lighting in my photographs. At present I investigate the portrait and the correspondence between the internal and external features of the subjects portrayed, people and animals.
3037
28 photos, TOP10

Past engagement

28 photos, TOP10

Past engagement

5367
25 photos, TOP10
Shoot at a nice Summer Day. Photographed with my Nikon D850 and 105mm 1.4. Amazing Sundown Shoot and we wanted to create some old fashion look.
4377
23 photos, TOP10

Past engagement

23 photos, TOP10

Past engagement

This was such a surprise photoshoot! The rugby team came into the studio and this was just so much fun! This photo is one of my favorite photos of the year so far!
Myra and I did some different sets and it was a pleasure working with her. Very natural posing and we are very happy with the results!
Lisa and I did some different sets and it was a pleasure working with her. Very natural posing and we are very happy with the results!
This shoot we tried to add some color again.. Anna loved this look and this is probably one of my favorite photos of this photoshoot
Myra and I did another shoot, a bit different then the last time. Always a pleasure working with her. Love this leather jacket look!
Lisa and I did some different sets and it was a pleasure working with her. Very natural posing and we are very happy with the results!
Lisa and I did some different sets and it was a pleasure working with her. Very natural posing and we are very happy with the results!
Myra and I did another shoot, a bit different then the last time. Always a pleasure working with her. Love this look with blouse and lingerie!
Ashley and I did another shoot, a bit different then the last time. Always a pleasure working with her. Love this look with blouse and lingerie!
In love with these colors! Renata and I did this great photoshoot trying something with colorgels. This is one of my favourite images
4417
21 photos, TOP10

Past engagement

21 photos, TOP10

Past engagement

Lady Gaia during Renaissance <br /> With the beautiful @evachurs<br /> Shot at my Zen studio @hazel.rentalstudio <br /> For collaboration campaign: Zion, Je T’aime<br /> Supported by @jetaimefloristbandung , @apricotembroidery, and @makeupbydenny
One fine day with @nastyadanko for a test shot at @hazel.rentalstudio <br /> Natural light + disinfectant smoke machine= magic.
In Greek mythology, Themis was the personification of divine or natural law, order, and justice. Her name means justice. She was worshipped as a goddess in Athens. <br /> <br /> The depiction of Themis or Lady Justice blindfolded is more common in the 16th century and modern times. Blindness represents fairness and impartiality as well as the gift of prophecy. Those who see the future do not experience the present with mundane vision, which distracts from oracular "second sight."<br /> <br /> Special short session with @rhioha <br /> Wardrobe @milajj <br /> Makeup @makeupbydenny_ <br /> Hair & accessories @verbn__ <br /> At Athena - @hazel.rentalstudio <br /> Shot with Canon eos R / 85mm /1.8<br /> @canon.indonesia @eoscreatorindonesia
5634
21 photos, TOP10
"Spring whispers softly: You are not alone."<br /> Milena, the photographer of the picture, has always been fascinated by the many facets of femininity and likes to stage women very differently. Sometimes feminine and soft, sometimes strong and independent, but always with sensitivity and aesthetically according to her own standards.<br /> Model: @li.i.ma
"Sensual photography for me is not the absence of clothes, but the presence of fantasy. Sensuality begins in the mind and finds its limitlessness in the imagination."<br /> Model: @theannaelisabeth<br /> Make Up & Styling: kristina.makeupart<br /> Photo&Edit: @photogravity_milenaart
Summer lovin' - happiness is a butterfly. <3<br /> <br /> photo&edit: @photogravity_milenaart<br /> model: @li.i.ma<br /> Fractal effect: @get_fractals
wisteria mystic. <3 <br /> When creativity meets colour, inspiration and the magic of nature.<br /> <br /> photo&edit: @photogravity_milenaart<br /> model: @dunkel.fuchs<br /> Fractal effect: @get_fractals
A tribute to nature and naturalness. For me, natural women are so strong, close to nature and breathtakingly beautiful at the same time that my inspiration just explodes. Thank you, dear muse!<br /> <br /> Model: @marillamuriel<br /> Photo&Edit: @Photogravity_milenaart
Summertime sadness. Thank you, Svenja! <3<br /> Artist meeting in Summer 2021.<br /> <br /> Model: @svenja_lugano_moreno<br /> Photo&Edit: @Photogravity_milenaart
THE magic look through the camera. I love vintage and I love it when a model is special and extraordinary and lets herself fall like that in my style.<br /> <br /> Model: @larag502<br /> Photo&Edit: @Photogravity_milenaart
A tribute to nature and naturalness. For me, natural women are so strong, close to nature and breathtakingly beautiful at the same time that my inspiration just explodes. Thank you, dear muse!<br /> <br /> Model: @larag502<br /> Fractaleffect: @getfractals<br /> Photo&Edit: @Photogravity_milenaart
<3 Flower Beauty <3<br /> A tribute to nature and naturalness. For me, natural women are so strong, close to nature and breathtakingly beautiful at the same time that my inspiration just explodes. Thank you, dear muse!<br /> <br /> Model: @meltemcullu<br /> Makeup: @visaisa<br /> Photo&Edit: @Photogravity_milenaart
A tribute to nature and naturalness. For me, natural women are so strong, close to nature and breathtakingly beautiful at the same time that my inspiration just explodes. Thank you, dear muse!<br /> <br /> Model: @larag502<br /> Make Up: @visaisa<br /> Fractaleffect: @getfractals<br /> Photo&Edit: @Photogravity_milenaart
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