Ceremony. Photograph intervened by the artists, 2022

Cristian Hunter   Emerging artists

Acrylic and oil wax on 255 grs art paper

This artwork was created by the artistic duo Hunter & Gatti (2010–2023). These works are part of the archive managed and exhibited by Cristian Hunter. The artist's technique consists of the use of two prints, the first print is the original photography, and the second print is a blurry version of the image printed on glass. The glass version of the picture is shattered with an iron tool to be able to control the rupture. The artists glued the glass parts on top of the original picture, creating a blurred effect. The artists explore even further the infinite possibilities of transformation by turning something as temporary as a fashion editorial, into something completely different and original; a unique piece of art.  

Cristian Hunter’s work starts from that belief. His photographs —created over a solid international career— are not mere documents, but open territories where painting, texture, and gesture expand photography into new dimensions of meaning. Hunter explores how an image can shift in meaning over time—how context, memory, and manual intervention can transform what was once captured into something newly revealed. Each piece is an invitation to look again, to uncover what lies beneath the visible. Guided by the premise that “nothing stays still,” he works from his personal archive, reinterpreting it, giving new life to what was once lived, and breaking the linear flow between past and present. His lens has captured renowned figures such as Pharrell Williams, Penélope Cruz, Jennifer Lopez, Ewan McGregor, Lalisa Manoban, Adria Arjona, and Bruno Mars, among many others. Yet his focus goes beyond portraiture—what truly interests him is what remains when the image stops being literal and begins to emerge as a living object. His current body of work includes both new pieces and selected artworks from the artistic legacy of Hunter & Gatti, which he now manages. These are duly credited as “ created by Hunter & Gatti,” presented alongside his personal practice and establishing a dialogue between history, transformation, and contemporary gaze. His work has been exhibited in cities such as Barcelona, New York, and Miami, and reflects a visual practice grounded in experience, exploration, and ongoing evolution. 

These works are part of the MY WAY project, a journey with actress Adria Arjona to Tokyo and Thailand, these paintings recover the essence of a series of traditional ceremonies experienced and documented in these two countries.

This intriguing artwork captures a surreal juxtaposition of textures and colors, inviting viewers into a dreamlike narrative. The primary focal point is a vibrant pink flower, which emerges dramatically against a muted monochrome background. Surrounding this vivid bloom are abstract formations that resemble flowing fabric or liquid, creating an ethereal atmosphere. The contrasting textures—smooth, flowing elements next to what seem to be rough, patterned surfaces—draw attention to the artwork’s dynamic composition. The use of selective color against grayscale emphasizes the flower's vividness, symbolizing life or focal importance amidst the subdued surrounding. This artwork’s unique interplay of abstraction, texture, and color invites contemplation, encouraging viewers to explore themes of contrast, emergence, and focus. The piece expertly balances visual intrigue with deeper meaning, compelling in its simplicity and complexity.