Daniel Martinez Matallana is a Spanish photographer and visual artist based in Madrid. He has been working as a professional photographer since the early 2000s, and his work has been featured in numerous publications, exhibitions, and galleries around the world.
Born in Madrid in 1979, Daniel was raised in a family of photographers and artists. His father was a professional photographer who taught him the basics of photography from an early age. Daniel went on to study photography at the University of Madrid, where he graduated with honors in 2003.
Since then, Daniel has developed an impressive portfolio of work that includes both commercial and fine art photography. His commercial work includes fashion shoots for magazines such as Vogue Spain and Elle Spain, as well as advertising campaigns for major brands like Nike and Adidas. His fine art photography focuses on capturing everyday life in urban settings, often featuring people from marginalized communities or those living on the fringes of society.
Daniel's work has been exhibited at galleries across Europe, including the Photographers' Gallery in London and the Palais de Tokyo in Paris. He has also been featured in several books about contemporary Spanish photography, including “The New Generation: Spanish Photography Today” (2009) and “Contemporary Spanish Photography” (2013). In addition to his photographic work, Daniel is also an active member of several cultural organizations dedicated to promoting contemporary art and culture in Spain.
In recent years, Daniel has become increasingly interested in exploring new technologies such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR). He is currently working on several projects that combine traditional photography with these new technologies to create immersive experiences for viewers.
Daniel Martinez Matallana is one of Spain's most acclaimed photographers today, having established himself as a leader within the country's vibrant photographic community. His unique vision continues to inspire viewers around the world with its captivating blend of beauty and realism.