Paolo Azarraga is a Filipino-Canadian Photographer / Director based in Toronto. Since 2008, Paolo has led the creative direction, art direction and photography for various fashion boutiques, retailers, and brands. His work has been featured in multiple publications worldwide.
In 2017, Paolo became the Editorial Director of HAVEN—a brand and retailer offering a curated collection of Japanese and International brands. He helped build the brand’s visual identity and collaborated with some of the world’s leading brands and publications to produce editorials, campaigns, and digital content.
He is currently the Art Director at October’s Very Own.
Recognition & Accolades — Notable Awards 2017 nomination for ‘Best Photographer in Canada Award’. HAVEN recognized as Vogue.com’s ‘Keep Your Eye on These 5 Canadian Labels’. HAVEN nominated for CAFA 2021 Awards for ‘The Menswear Designer of The Year Award’ category.
Brands — Nike, Canon, Arc’teryx, Veilance, Gore-Tex Products, Stone Island, October’s Very Own, Canada Goose, The North Face, Nobis, PORTER®, Schoeller®, Loro Piana, Diemme, Polartec®, PrimaLoft®, Viberg, Vans® Vault, Converse, New Balance, Dr. Martens, Clarks® Originals, Timberland®, Wings + Horns, Ransom Holding Co.
Music Labels — OVO Sound, Universal Music Canada
Publications — Prodism Magazine, Grind Magazine, The New Order Magazine, Intelligence Magazine, eye_C Magazine, Techhunter Magazine, Mastered.jp, i-D Magazine, Vogue.com, Hypebeast, Hypebae, Highsnobiety, Complex Magazine, Fucking Young!, Client Magazine, The Fashionisto, The Bay St. Bull Magazine, Accent Magazine, GQ Magazine