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Jacques Burga

Photographer

Birthday July 9

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Lima, Peru

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About

Fashion photographer and director known for his cinematic, film-like images, which he has said explore mystery, tension, and emotional depth. His work has appeared in publications such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, GQ, and Harper's Bazaar, and he has earned more than 90,000 Instagram followers.

Before fame

He studied business and began taking photos at parties in his hometown before pivoting to fashion photography. He joined Instagram in August 2012.

Trivia

The Business of Fashion featured him among Latin America's new wave of fashion photographers in February 2025. He has worked with brands such as Chanel, Saint Laurent, Tom Ford, and Cartier.

Family life

He was born in Lima, Peru, and has been based between Paris, France, and Los Angeles, California.

Associated with

He photographed Instagram star Sydney Carlson for an Arena Homme China editorial in October 2026.