About me
About the artist
Rene Rodriguez
Rene Rodriguez is an audiovisual artist whose work moves between photography, moving image and music composition. His practice is shaped by a deep connection between sound and image, where atmosphere, memory and emotion become part of the same language.
With a background in composition, piano, photography and video editing, he has developed a multidisciplinary approach that brings together visual sensitivity, musical structure and cinematic storytelling. His work ranges from portraiture and conceptual photography to audiovisual and visual music projects.
Photography / Video / Visual Music / Music Composition / Editing / Pianist
APPROACH
My work is guided by the dialogue between image and sound. I am drawn to visual forms that suggest atmosphere, inner movement and emotional depth. At the core of my practice there is also a quiet spiritual sensibility, shaped by Christian faith, contemplation and a search for what remains essential beyond appearances.
Whether through photography, video or music, I seek to create pieces that feel immersive, intimate and meaningful. I see each project as a space where composition, rhythm, light and silence can coexist. This allows me to move naturally between documentary, conceptual and poetic languages while remaining grounded in an honest and personal vision.
SELECTED BACKGROUND
Master’s Degree in Music Composition
Bachelor’s Degree in Music
Professional Piano Training
Diploma in Photography
Composer for audiovisual and electroacoustic projects
Photographer for Cuban record labels
Video editor
University-level teaching experience in music and composition
SELECTED recognitions
Three Photography Awards — XXII Contemporary Art Salon of Havana
Research Award — University of the Arts
First Prize — Trinidad en Tiempos Modernos Photography Contest
First and Third Mentions — Cuido 60 Photography Contest
Awards and recognitions in composition, documentary film and original music
Through photography, video and sound, my work explores the expressive possibilities of contemporary visual storytelling. I am interested in collaborations, commissions and artistic projects that value depth, identity and atmosphere.