The Cinematic World of Paul Fuentes

Where do you usually find inspiration for your designs?

I get my inspiration from everything around me. Travel, fashion, music, but also when shopping in the supermarket. My design collection consists of everyday objects and objects we can find all around us. I just need to open all my senses and keep training my creativity.

What music or podcasts do you enjoy listening to while you work?

I listen to a lot of classic rock while I work. Artists like Led Zeppelin, black sabbath and Erik Clapton are often playing in the background. Their music has a sense of freedom and nostalgia that connects with a lot of the themes in my work. When I'm deep into editing, I usually prefer music over podcasts because it helps me stay focused while still keeping the creative energy flowing.

What’s a small detail you always try to include in your designs?

I always pay attention to light and atmosphere. Even in my most surreal images, I want everything to feel believable, as if the scene could have existed for a brief moment.