nostalgic. kinetic. restless. 

A person mid-air jumping off a stack of wooden pallets with a brick wall and palm tree in the background.
A young man with dark hair and a beard smokes a cigarette, with tattoos visible on his neck and arm. He is wearing a white tank top, and has multiple rings and earrings.
A man in a white tank top and cowboy hat with sunglasses and jewelry outdoors during daytime. He has tattoos on his arms and is standing in front of a blue sky with some clouds, power lines, and buildings visible in the background.
A person wearing a denim jacket with a fleece lining, black pants, boots, a black shirt, and a dark red cap is standing against a bright red wall. The person appears to be singing or speaking with eyes closed, with their head tilted slightly back. Their right arm is raised, and the shadow of the person is cast on the wall.

the above photos are currently on display in the student gallery at ArtCenter College of Design's Hillside Campus, located at 1700 Lida Street, Pasadena CA.

that mindset shapes everything I do.

A man in a yellow jacket and beige cap smiling and pointing up while talking with a person in a gray checkered blazer. Other people are around, some looking away, in an outdoor area with trees showing fall foliage in the background.
A man with brown hair and a mustache, wearing a black t-shirt, is outdoors at night, with trees and distant lights in the background, catching his profile view.
A smiling man wearing a beige cap sitting next to a woman against a dark background, illuminated by a light source from the left.

I see life through a figurative lens.

I grew up in the Philippines, where film, television, and pop culture shaped how I see the world, and that influence still runs through my work, blurring the line between photography, cinema, and storytelling.

I'm drawn to images with presence. Whether the subject is a person, a product, or a place, I treat it as a character: chasing the gesture, the detail, the moment that gives it life. My photographs are carefully constructed but built to feel effortless: polish held in tension with authenticity, stillness carrying narrative.

Whether I'm working with artists, brands, or everyday people, the goal stays the same: images that are memorable, human, and full of character.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Travel can be arranged depending on the scope and needs of the project.

  • Every project is different. Rates depend on factors such as scope, duration, deliverables, and usage. Reach out with details and I'll provide a quote.

  • Yes. Select images may be available for editorial, commercial, or creative licensing. Get in touch with details about your intended use.

  • Yes. While I've recently shifted more of my focus toward photography, I continue to work on narrative films, branded content, and other video projects.

  • Yes. A selection of prints is available through the Prints section of the website. If you have questions about sizing, availability, or custom orders, feel free to contact me directly.

  • The best way to reach me is through the contact form on this website or by email at ckrtzmn@gmail.com

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