I'm Ricardo Picón, a product and decorative arts photographer with 15+ years of experience specializing in antiques, fine objects, and refined material presentation. I excel in lighting design, catalog production systems, and scalable inventory workflows, consistently delivering precise, dimensional lighting and cohesive visual consistency that elevates craftsmanship. I'm based in Brooklyn and lead photography for fine antique collections, architectural and interior projects, and high-volume catalogs. I collaborate closely with clients and art directors to create enduring visuals across digital platforms and exhibitions, from Winter Show displays to real estate campaigns.

Ricardo Picón

I'm Ricardo Picón, a product and decorative arts photographer with 15+ years of experience specializing in antiques, fine objects, and refined material presentation. I excel in lighting design, catalog production systems, and scalable inventory workflows, consistently delivering precise, dimensional lighting and cohesive visual consistency that elevates craftsmanship. I'm based in Brooklyn and lead photography for fine antique collections, architectural and interior projects, and high-volume catalogs. I collaborate closely with clients and art directors to create enduring visuals across digital platforms and exhibitions, from Winter Show displays to real estate campaigns.

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I’m Ricardo Picón, a product and decorative arts photographer with 15+ years of experience specializing in antiques, fine objects, and refined material presentation. I excel in lighting design, catalog production systems, and scalable inventory workflows, consistently delivering precise, dimensional lighting and cohesive visual consistency that elevates craftsmanship.

I’m based in Brooklyn and lead photography for fine antique collections, architectural and interior projects, and high-volume catalogs. I collaborate closely with clients and art directors to create enduring visuals across digital platforms and exhibitions, from Winter Show displays to real estate campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Product Photographer at Michael Pashby Antiques
January 1, 2012 - Present
Lead photographer for fine antique collections and Winter Show exhibitions. Developed cohesive lighting systems and scalable catalog workflows. Managed advanced retouching and background refinement to preserve material integrity.
Photographer at Solomon Treasure
January 1, 2022 - Present
Photograph curated antique collections for catalog and digital platforms. Establishing lighting consistency and managing post-production workflows to ensure cohesive presentation.
Architectural Photographer at Rise Media
January 1, 2022 - Present
Architectural and interior photographer for major New York real estate firms, delivering consistent high-volume production under deadline.
Architectural, Interior, and Lifestyle Photographer at Airbnb
January 1, 2022 - Present
Architectural, interior, and lifestyle photographer for Airbnb listings and Experiences campaigns.
Photographer at CoStar Group (Homes.com)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Produced high-volume architectural and lifestyle content nationwide, managing full production workflow independently.
Photographer at Manhattan Art and Antiques Center
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2023
Photographed fine antique collections for multi-dealer inventory. Directed presentation standards and managed retouching and compositing workflows to maintain catalog consistency.
Photographer / Art Director at Stella Adler Studio of Acting
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
Directed and photographed professional actor headshots; managed editing and presentation standards.
Product Photographer at TWELVE NYC
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Product photography and lighting for catalog production; supported retouching and workflow organization.
Product & Decorative Arts Photographer at Michael Pashby Antiques
January 1, 2012 - Present
Lead photographer for fine antique collections and Winter Show exhibitions. Developed cohesive lighting systems and scalable catalog workflows. Managed advanced retouching and background refinement to preserve material integrity.
Photographer at Rise Media
January 1, 2022 - Present
Architectural and interior photographer for major New York real estate firms, delivering consistent high-volume production under deadline.
Photographer at Airbnb
January 1, 2022 - Present
Architectural, interior, and lifestyle photographer for Airbnb listings and Experiences campaigns.

Education

Studio Lighting at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
Advertising Photography at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
MFA Photography at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
MFA Photography at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
Studio Lighting at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
Advertising Photography at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026

Qualifications

FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026
FAA Part 107 Certified Drone Pilot
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Retail, Education