Carioca Studio

Currently ranked as the #2 photography studio in the world by Lürzer’s Archive, Carioca Studio is a distinguished image concept house renowned for its exceptional advertising imagery. Since its inception in 2005, Carioca has garnered acclaim for its innovative approach and artistic vision, led by its three founding artists: Dragos Coman, Andrei Stoleru, and Dragos Traistaru. Each founder brings a wealth of experience from fine art and advertising, complemented by their adept production skills. At Carioca, every project begins with a powerful concept, allowing the team to seamlessly blend creativity with meticulous execution. Their comprehensive services span all phases of visual production, including location scouting, casting, hair and makeup artistry, set construction, and mockups, alongside their expertise in photography, illustration, and CGI. With a dynamic team of twenty-three professionals divided into Production, 3D, and Post-Production departments, Carioca Studio has collaborated with prestigious clients such as Dalwhinnie, McDonald’s, Pepsi, Europcar, Mercedes-Benz, Sony Ericsson, VW, and WWF. The studio’s excellence has been recognized with numerous accolades, including five Cannes Lions in 2016 and being named one of the 200 Best Digital Artists by Lürzer’s Archive for 2017/18. Carioca Studio continues to push the boundaries of visual storytelling, creating compelling imagery that resonates on a global scale.