Zosen: The Masked Magic of a Graffiti Maverick

Last-Minute Genius in Full Color

Zosen wasn’t hanging around. The Argentine graffiti artist, known for his kaleidoscopic murals and enigmatic masked persona, was darting off to London for an exhibition. That meant our shoot was a gloriously chaotic scramble—the kind where you show up, hope the light plays nice, and trust that the universe won’t throw a tantrum. Luckily, Zosen’s mask was a gift to any photographer: a burst of colors so bold they practically high-fived the lens. Even his shirt collar framed the shot perfectly, as if the fashion gods had whispered in his ear that morning.

My Shot, My Rules

The magazine got their version. This? This was mine. No art directors, no fuss—just the raw, unfiltered energy of an artist who treats walls like canvases and anonymity like a superpower. The framing was tighter, the vibe more intimate. Sometimes, you’ve got to ignore the brief and shoot what feels right. (Don’t tell my clients I said that.)

Galleries, Tacos, and Future Plans

We shot at Como me ves, te verás, a Mexican gallery run by the effortlessly cool Álvaro. The place oozes creativity—live music, art shows, probably a hidden lucha libre ring somewhere. I’m already plotting my return, partly for the culture, mostly because Álvaro casually mentioned the neighboring taqueria serves “the good stuff.” Priorities, right?

Zosen left for London, I left with a camera full of shots that made me grin. And a mental note: Find more artists who wear masks. And eat more tacos.

We were doing the photos at a Mexican Gallery called Como me ves, te Verás, the owner is called Alvaro and he was a nice guy, they do all sorts of cultural events and I am determined to visit more often, apparently the Mexican restaurant next door is good as well.