João was born in the rolling hills of Santa Catarina, Brazil. His family migrated to a suburb in New England, United States, when he was a child.

With no one place to call home, João connects to the world through the lens of his camera.

He studied at Bard College in Upstate New York and now works as a freelancer in the fashion industry.

João is deeply passionate about collaboration, craftsmanship, and innovation. He views photo shoots as a collective effort, believing it truly "takes a village" to create something remarkable. Success, in his eyes, is never achieved alone.

He is an advocate for inclusivity, firmly believing that the industry has room for people of all shapes, sizes, orientations, and backgrounds.

Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about João—now, let’s create something amazing together.