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.

▫️ 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 “sin” is conceived of as “an act that disobeys God’s will.” Sin brings forth “guilt,” which we cannot free ourselves from unless we confess and repent our sins. Confession allows the purgation of said sins, so that we can attain forgiveness.

 

Despite Buenos Aires’ strong Catholic spirit, it is still a city where vice, guilt and repentance flourish – it is undoubtedly “sin city.”

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