What pieces or projects have you been working on lately?
For some time now, I’ve been working on a series that combines elements of fantasy and dreamlike imagery with a Southern Gothic vibe, titled ængelical Gëist. I hope it takes a physical form this year, perhaps as a zine or an exhibition/installation. I’m also continuing work on documentary projects, including BTS still photography, concert photography, and a small audiovisual project that is currently in pre-production.
What did you learn (or unlearn) while working on it?
This year has been very rewarding. I’ve learned a lot and finally began doing something I’ve always dreamed of: concert photography. I love music, and it was wonderful to start 2025 pursuing it. On the other hand, a project I’ve been developing for several years is entirely analog, which naturally involves making mistakes; yet good things often come out of them. More than anything, I’ve unlearned the need to perfect everything, since that only leads to postponement. You just have to get to work, as they say.
What words, ideas or emotions were going through your head?
Lately, I’ve been thinking about the value of having something worth saying, something that can ignite conversations among artists —or anyone— no matter the medium or discipline.
Were there any conversations, movies, music, or books that made their way into that work?
Many influences have filtered into my work recently. I’ve been listening to a lot of Dean Blunt, while also diving into the music of Ethel Cain. I’ve been making an effort to watch Joachim Trier’s films, especially after seeing Sentimental Value, which came up in conversations with friends about how cinema can evoke deep emotions through themes that are often difficult to articulate.
What's been the most difficult thing you've faced recently in your creative process?
The most difficult part of my creative process lately has been trying to let go of overthinking. It may sound pretentious, but the more you focus on your process, the more you stall. It’s important to work on projects without putting too much pressure on yourself, especially personal ones. They need to breathe, and you need to keep moving forward. For me, reading about my ideas, researching, gathering references, and talking things through with friends helps unlock the process, because inspiration rarely comes on its own.
What is your favorite restaurant and what do you recommend we order?
I'm a man of simple tastes. I live in Puerto Vallarta and I love going to eat camarón capeado tacos at the Aramara market.
If your life were a movie this month, what would it be called and who would write the soundtrack?
The title would be Histrion with a soundtrack by Dev Hynes.
Recommend one or more artists you follow who inspire you, and tell us what you like most about their work or their way of working.
Jonas Mekas: His films act as personal diaries or poetic compilations of his life.
Joachim Trier: A filmmaker who writes characters with incredible depth; I’m drawn to the themes he explores in his movies.
Whirr: An amazing band; I can’t stop listening to “Color Change”.
Sergio Larraín: A Chilean black-and-white street photographer with a slightly surreal approach. Sometimes his work reminds me of Graciela Iturbide. His book “Valparaíso” is beautiful.
Known as Panchowsky, he is a Mexican photographer from Aguascalientes, currently based in Puerto Vallarta. His work is characterized by the exploration of spaces, faces, and details that convey unconventional emotions, often addressing themes of nostalgia or fantasy.