Hello, my name is Henrique Cristo, and I was born in a small town in northern Portugal. Throughout my childhood, I lived between Portugal, Brazil, and Switzerland, experiences that nurtured my capacity for observation and adaptability to diverse environments and cultures.
I later studied at a prestigious design university in Lisbon, where four formative years shaped my creative thinking and technical design skills. Alongside my studies, I was deeply involved in music, spending countless hours in rehearsals, studios, and on stage — collaborating with many talented artists.
After graduating, I worked with internationally recognised design agencies, before living in London, Barcelona, Hong Kong, and Australia, where I devoted much of my time to photography and exploring my individual artistic identity. For me, photography is the perfect balance between art and craft — a medium through which I translate both intuition and precision.
I am now based in Dubai, where I plan to establish my creative base. Beyond professional work, I continue to refine my practice through travel, having photographed across Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. These journeys remind me of the importance of carrying my camera with curiosity, humility, and a sense of wonder.