Argaive is a somewhat funny, meticulous, engaging yet shy
(or so his significant other says) concept-driven art photographer with a particular sense
of humour and a predilection for long complex sentences who specializes in boudoir, nude,
erotic and fetish photography.
Barely a teenager, he mastered his dad's all manual 35mm SLR, learned darkroom techniques in
high-school and has been doing photography ever since, exploring a wide range of styles and
subjects before turning to nude photography five or six years ago, in all likelihood something
neither his dad nor junior-high teacher foresaw thirty or so years ago.
He tends to be a minimalist in his photography, preferring the use of simple backgrounds or
settings and a minimum of props in order to put more emphasis on the subject, and enjoys using
lighting creatively. He also tends to avoid shooting in rapid sequence, preferring instead to
consider each image captured.
His work displays a wide range of styles demonstrating versatility and an interest in trying
and learning new things, or maybe the fact that he just can't make up his mind. What is
constant, however, is his fervent desire to produce high-quality, striking images.
I am honoured and pleased to have such a professional and personable technologically
inclined photographer in my life. I love working with Argaive as he is an open minded
gentleman with my creative choreography. He is great at explaining how things work and
how they can morph into other ideas. His relaxed demeanor and professionalism are
seamless with his passion for the art. This always makes me look forward to working with
him. He is my first choice in photographers.
Viktoria Kalenteris, Toronto -
www.ladyvictoria.com
I love my pictures. Argaive is very professional and the quality of his work is excellent.
He made me feel very comfortable with myself, even when I was naked!
Samantha
I had such a fun time and couldn't stop talking about it with my boyfriend that evening!
You should have seen his face when I said I did a 'money-shot'! It was great. (...)
Once again, thanks for the wonderful time. I enjoyed posing for you greatly.
Anelle, Montreal - more photos
I enjoyed his affable nature and patience, especially when trying to get the sand
out of my hair! We were lucky that the weather was finally nice to do the shoot.
We had many good laughs waiting for the right wave!
Aurora Rose, Montreal
