Joel Benguigui is an award-winning multidisciplinary artist, photographer, and art director whose work explores the intersections of fine arts, documentary, and architecture. Born in Denpasar with Flores heritage and raised in Paris, Benguigui’s global upbringing informs a visual language that is both structurally precise and culturally resonant. His portfolio features high-impact commissions for world-renowned brands and publications, including Conde Nast France, Lancôme Paris, Dazed, and Die Zeit.

Benguigui’s commitment to technical mastery is consistently recognized by international photography bodies. He is a 2026 Finalist representing Oceania at Xposure in Sharjah, UAE, and was a 2025 Finalist for the prestigious Olive Cotton Award for Excellence in Portrait Photography. His accolades further include a Silver prize from the Tokyo International Foto Award (Professional Analogue Portrait), honorable mentions from the International Photography Awards (Professional Analogue Portrait), MonoVisions Photography Awards (Landscapes), and the Minimalist Photography Awards. Whether utilizing analogue film or digital mediums, his practice remains dedicated to revealing the quiet strength and architectural integrity of his subjects.