About Photographer Los Angeles, Huntington beach - CA, Ricardo Da Costa.

Biography

Ricardo da Costa


Hey there,


I'm Ricardo a portraitist, wedding photographer and behind-the-scenes photographer at Hollywood Studios. Originally from São Paulo-Brazil, my journey took a turn from a career in telecommunications, when a vivid childhood memory reignited my passion for cinema and photography, Making a bold choice at 26 years old start pursued my dreams.

I graduated in Arts and Photography from the University of Fine Arts in São Paulo and Over the years, I've collaborated with esteemed photographers in fashion and portraits such as Rodrigo Zugaib, Greg Williams, and Fernanda Preto. Alongside, I've embraced the world of weddings, capturing the incredible energy and love of these special moments for the past 14 years.


Currently residing in the scenic Huntington Beach, Southern California, I was drawn to this city while completing my MFA in Cinema at Columbia C Hollywood. Here, I discovered not only my eternal love but also my true home where I've lived happily for over 6 years.


My photography journey spans over fourteen years, encompassing countless stories, emotions, and passions shared through my lens. The privilege of preserving these moments for incredible people who put their trust in me, has been a cornerstone of my work. I'm grateful for the past stories and look forward to countless more to come.


Warmly, Ricardo.





A great photograph is one that fully expresses what one feels, in the deepest sense, about what is being photographed. Photography is more than a medium for factual communication of ideas. It is a creative art. *Ansel Adams




Operational area: The entire West coast of the US.