Hi, I'm Lucas. I'm a photographer, art director, and founder of LUCCA, based in Palhoça, Brazil. I specialize in children's photography, blending painting techniques with photography to craft a unique visual language that has gained recognition on national and international stages. With over 12 years of experience, I now focus on education—offering online and in-person training for photographers worldwide. I contribute as part of the Summerana instructor team in the USA, developing digital photography solutions for teaching platforms, and I plan and lead online courses, in-person workshops, lectures, and mentoring through LUCCA STUDIOS and LUCCA LAB.

Lucas Rodrigues Dutra

Hi, I'm Lucas. I'm a photographer, art director, and founder of LUCCA, based in Palhoça, Brazil. I specialize in children's photography, blending painting techniques with photography to craft a unique visual language that has gained recognition on national and international stages. With over 12 years of experience, I now focus on education—offering online and in-person training for photographers worldwide. I contribute as part of the Summerana instructor team in the USA, developing digital photography solutions for teaching platforms, and I plan and lead online courses, in-person workshops, lectures, and mentoring through LUCCA STUDIOS and LUCCA LAB.

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Hi, I’m Lucas. I’m a photographer, art director, and founder of LUCCA, based in Palhoça, Brazil. I specialize in children’s photography, blending painting techniques with photography to craft a unique visual language that has gained recognition on national and international stages.

With over 12 years of experience, I now focus on education—offering online and in-person training for photographers worldwide. I contribute as part of the Summerana instructor team in the USA, developing digital photography solutions for teaching platforms, and I plan and lead online courses, in-person workshops, lectures, and mentoring through LUCCA STUDIOS and LUCCA LAB.

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Language

English
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Photographer and Art Director at Lucca’s Group
May 1, 2019 - Present
Lead art direction and photography for art, education, and execution projects at LUCCA STUDIOS; plan and develop teaching content, techniques, and insights for photographers through online courses, in-person workshops, lectures, and mentoring; oversee art direction and execution of fashion projects within LUCCA LAB for the Brazilian textile industry, with editorials shot in national and international cities; LUCCA operates in children's photography with emphasis on care, respect, and dedication to children.
Fotógrafo e Diretor de Arte at Grupo Lucca
May 1, 2019 - Present
Trabalho nas duas frentes do Grupo Lucca (LUCCA STUDIOS e LUCCA LAB) com direção de arte, fotografia, planejamento de conteúdos de ensino (cursos online, workshops e mentorias) e projetos de moda, mantendo o foco no nicho de fotografia infantil com cuidado e zelo pelas crianças.
Freelance Photographer at Grima’s Studio
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Coordinated photo shoots for children's clothing as a Children's Fashion Assistant; acted as Photographer and Photography Assistant; operated lighting equipment to ensure high visual quality of images.
Fotógrafo Freelancer at Estúdio Grima
January 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Assistente de Moda Infantil e Fotógrafo/Assistente de Fotografia, coordenando sessões fotográficas de roupas para crianças, operando iluminação e garantindo qualidade visual criativa.

Education

Bacharelado em Design Gráfico at UNIJUÍ
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018
Pós-Graduação em Comunicação Estratégica para Gestão de Marca e Reputação at PUC-RS
January 1, 2024 - June 26, 2026
Postgraduate Degree in Strategic Communication for Brand Management and Reputation at PUC-RS
January 1, 2024 - June 26, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design at UNIJUÍ
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Pós-Graduação em Comunicação Estratégica para Gestão de Marca e Reputação
January 1, 2024 - June 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing