Cristian Altamirano, also known as “KRISTO,” was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and is currently based in New York City. With a career spanning over 18 years, KRISTO has established himself as a versatile creative force, excelling in photography, directing, producing, cinematography, editing, and overall creative vision. His expertise encompasses diverse genres, including fashion photography, advertising, social documentation, journalism, and art.

 

Having traveled globally, KRISTO has captured the essence of prestigious Fashion Weeks in cities such as Paris, London, Milan, Berlin, and São Paulo. His portfolio includes impactful editorials and covers for leading print media internationally, collaborating with renowned press agencies, models, and production companies in Argentina. Throughout his career, KRISTO’s curiosity and artistic exploration have led him to engage in various creative projects.

Currently contributing his talents to G7 magazine in New York City, KRISTO serves as a dedicated photojournalist, adding depth to his body of work by capturing the dynamic essence of life in the United States. With roots in Buenos Aires and a global perspective, KRISTO continues to weave captivating stories through his lens.

▫️ The Gaucho and the Pulperías

The origin of “pulperías” dates back to the mid sixteenth century. These establishments provided people with an assortment of goods necessary for everyday life: food, beverages, candles, charcoal and medicine, among other goods of vital importance for everyday life. The “pulperías” were the meeting place

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▫️ Glam

There are different ways in which one can experience Buenos Aires’ nightlife. The city provides a wide range of choices, which will cater for different tastes and interests. Buenos Aires City will offer both places of glamour and less conventional, more “imaginative” opportunities for enjoyment.   Some

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▫️ Sinful Saints

The Catholic Church arrived in Buenos Aires back at the time of the Spanish colonisation of America. The European immigrants who reached Buenos Aires were mostly Catholic and soon after their arrival the whole of Argentina’s population became Christian.   According to the Catholic Church, the term

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