ABOUT
Ricardo Silva’s path in photography began at António Arroio Art School in Lisbon, where he was introduced to a broad range of visual arts and crafts at the age of sixteen. Photography quickly became his main focus.
While studying Visual Communication Design at IADE – Faculty of Design, Technology and Communication, Ricardo furthered his photography skills by taking specialized courses, particularly in photojournalism and documentary work.
Ricardo then moved to London, where he studied Reportage Photography at Central Saint Martins. There, he developed several personal projects exploring urban life and identity.
Upon returning to Lisbon, he worked as a staff photographer for Público newspaper. His work was later recognized with an INOV-Art Grant, which enabled him to collaborate with NOOR Images in Amsterdam, contributing to high-profile international projects.
Alongside his photography career, Ricardo has cultivated a strong teaching practice. With a certificate in pedagogical competencies and extensive experience leading workshops, he shares his expertise in visual communication with students and professionals.
Ricardo is currently based between Lisbon, Spain, and Italy, where he works as an independent photographer, visual communication designer, and educator. His work spans visual storytelling and design, consistently grounded in a documentary approach with a focus on social and environmental issues.
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“The oldest memory I have with Photography is picking up a camera someone had left at my grandfather’s house. I proceeded to snap at anything: people, dogs, trees, bicycles, food, anything. I was ecstatic with this object, its buttons, the weight, the power of decision, framing, timing. I loved the camera I loved what you could do with it, I loved that you somehow became a time wizard.
I was roughly eight years old back then and the camera had no film in it.
Today, I still feel the same every time I pick one up. I still have that camera.”