I am a visual artist from Mexico, currently pursuing a degree in Photography and Audiovisuals at Rome University of Fine Arts (RUFA). My work encompasses both analog and digital photography and video editing. exploring textures, light, and the connection between urban spaces and nature. I have a strong ability to understand people and their environments, which helps me create meaningful visual stories.

Isabela Gestra Diaz

I am a visual artist from Mexico, currently pursuing a degree in Photography and Audiovisuals at Rome University of Fine Arts (RUFA). My work encompasses both analog and digital photography and video editing. exploring textures, light, and the connection between urban spaces and nature. I have a strong ability to understand people and their environments, which helps me create meaningful visual stories.

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I am a visual artist from Mexico, currently pursuing a degree in Photography and Audiovisuals at Rome University of Fine Arts (RUFA).

My work encompasses both analog and digital photography and video editing. exploring textures, light, and the connection between urban spaces and nature. I have a strong ability to understand people and their environments, which helps me create meaningful visual stories.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Photography Assistant at Hydra Fotografia
January 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted photographer on shoots in Mexico City, handling gear and basic editing; supported lighting setup and post-production.
Photographer at Freelance – Restaurants & Hotels
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Captured restaurant and hospitality photography across Mexico, performed photo editing and retouching, contributing to visual storytelling for clients.
Restaurant Staff at Pizzeria El Punto
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Restaurant team member providing customer service and supporting operations.

Education

Bachelor of Photography and Audiovisuals at Rome University of Fine Arts (RUFA)
January 1, 2022 - February 4, 2026
High School Diploma at Instituto Andres Tuxtla High School
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021

Qualifications

Digital Photography
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Analog photography
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Portrait and lifestyle photography
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Restaurant/ hospitality photography
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Photo editing and retouching
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Composition and visual storytelling
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Photobook
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Video editing and post production
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Basic sound editing
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Adobe Photoshop
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Adobe InDesign
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Procreate
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Lightroom
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Canva
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
DaVinci Resolve
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services