about gabriel

Gabriel (Mr. Vagabond) is a Japanese-Mexican photographer and writer, based out of a ghost town in Portugal. His work aims to balance the poetry inherent to our natural environment with his nuanced perspective derived from years as a traveller to some of the remotest corners of our world.

Professionally, he holds twenty years of experience as a storyteller; the first half spent as an architect, and the more recent half — creating visual narratives for lifestyle brands. He loves being in the field himself, capturing key visuals as well as directing campaigns. His project history so far include fields of surf, nature, hospitality, beverage, aviation, automobile, and fashion.

  • I was able to work with Gabriel for several years on quite a number of international content productions. I not only learned to appreciate his great commitment to every project and his expertise, but also his inspiration. Gabriel manages to look at things from a new perspective, which always create truly unique results.

    — Carolin Biebrach
    Lufthansa Airlines, Marketing Manager

  • Gabriel brings a rare combination of conceptual intelligence and a strong visual prowess to every set, where he crafts a uniquely atmospheric visual style, elevating our productions to iconic and memorable brand campaigns to our worldwide audiences. As he is reliable, charismatic and easy to chat with, working with Gabriel adds a lot of value and character to any project and team.

    — Krystian Bandzimiera
    Mercedes-Benz & Lufthansa Airlines, Digital Strategist

  • Gabriel’s knowledge and precision in capturing the perfect shot are truly remarkable. He has an incredible eye for using light to his advantage, creating stunning images that tell a story. You can see his Japanese roots in his work, bringing a unique perspective and a deep sense of artistry to his craft.

    Working with Gabe is always a joy. He makes you feel comfortable and at ease, ensuring that each photo session is a wonderful experience. If you're looking for someone who truly cares about capturing your special moments, Gabe is the one to trust; I can't recommend him enough.

    — James C.
    Network and Service Solutions, CEO

  • I have worked with Gabriel both in the context of productions for global brands where quality and speed were crucial as well as on small projects that required a hands-on approach. Ten years ago, I asked a new-in-the-biz Gabriel to stand in for me and cover the Mille Miglia classic car race in Italy as a photographer for Mercedes-Benz. The results did not disappoint and everyone loved working with him.

    He has since honed his storytelling skills and eye for the perfect shot to an exceptional level. He is dedicated to his craft and combined with his quiet, polite Japanese vibe, I can recommend him without hesitation for any event or occasion where capturing the atmosphere, important details and personalities present is asked for.

    — Hadassa H.
    Mercedes-Benz mb! Magazine, Editor in Chief

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