Mateus Porto

Biography

Mateus Porto (he/him, 1996) is a Brazilian-American lens-based artist based in Brooklyn, New York. 

Mateus’ work offers an extended view into the lives of the people he photographs, by creating larger-than-life images that allow the viewer to take in every detail. Originally a nightlife photographer, Mateus began photographing people from the clubs, either in their homes or on the street. From this he created his first major series; “Firmament,” that received acclaim from publications such as Vogue and Vice Media as well as being featured in Foam Amsterdam’s “Adorned” group show in 2019. He has gone on to work with Madonna and FKA Twigs.

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Pride Photo Award

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Pride Photo Award 2025

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