Txema Yeste Spanish, b. 2/5/1972
Series
Works
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Crossroads, Barcelona, 2011. -
Natasa and Skull, 2011.
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Monika, New York, 2011.
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Duality, Tenerife, 2013.
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Aline and Gloves, 2013.
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Toni and Flower, 2013.
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Golden Mask, Tenerife, 2014.
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Roos Abels, New York, 2016.
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Once Twice, Roos Abels, New York, 2016.
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Grace, Bahamas, 2016.
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Women in Shells, Bahamas, 2016.
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The Sand, 2016.
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The Fruit, 2016.
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Lia et Odette, New York, 2017.
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In the Afternoon, New York, 2017.
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Yoon Young Bae, Lanzarote, 2017.
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Natasha in Dubai, 2017.
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Sombreros, Tenerife, 2017.
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Blue Aida, 2017.
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Over the Moon, 2017.
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Adolescent in Sunday Best from 19th Century, Murcia, 2018.
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Directions, Fuerteventura, 2018
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& Boom, Fuerteventura, 2018.
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Flower Field, 2018.
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Dance, Fuerteventura, 2018.
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Shanelle, Valentino, Vogue España, 2018.
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Silhouette, 2018.
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Invitación, Candelario, 2018.
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Silver Metal Over Black Methacrylate (Variation on a painting by Pavel Tchelitchew), 2018.
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Shanelle on Pont Neuf, Paris, 2018.
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Red Tail Over Sand, Fuerteventura, 2018.
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The Cliff, Vogue Spain, 2019.
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Fruit of all greens, 2019.
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The Wave, Jamaica, 2019.
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Torrico, 2019.
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Lagartera, 2019.
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Achenrin in Harlem, 2019.
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Barbra-Lee, Harlem, 2019.
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NY Sketches, 2019.
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Karly, Jamaica, 2019.
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Sand of Time, 2020.
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Full circle, Gomera, 2020.
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Assa in Ibiza, 2020.
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Melting, Ibiza, 2020.
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Assa, Ibiza, 2020.
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Levitation, Assa Baradji, Ibiza, 2020.
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Giro, Vila Real, 2020.
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Kindness, 2021.
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Losing the fear, 2021.
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Circles, 2021.
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Taste, 2021.
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Priscilla, 2021.
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Pray, Barcelona, 2021.
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Le Chevalier, 2021.
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Ride, 2021.
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Somewhere, 2021.
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Tropical Water, 2021.
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Lara & The Swan, 2022.
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Dripping, Adit, 2022.
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Merlijne, 2022.
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Puzzle, 2022.
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Splash, 2022.
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2023.
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Sea Song, Naomi, 2023.
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Untitled, 2023.
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Naomi, Barbuda, 2023.
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Nyakong, 2023.
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Orange Nest, Nyakong, 2023.
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Blue Wishes, Jan Baiboon, 2023.
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Borderlines, Michelle Laff,, 2023.
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Vika, 2023.
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Pearl on Tongue, Valentina, Cadaqués, 2023.
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Qun Ye, Fuerteventura, 2024.
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The Wait, Qun Ye, Fuerteventura, 2024.
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Qun Ye, Fuerteventura, 2024.
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Water Soul , Maaike, 2024.
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Ageer Ayuen, 2024.
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Pink square, Barcelona, 2024.
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The Parade, Barcelona, 2024.
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Doll, Barcelona, 2024.
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Celeste, 2024.
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Lucidity, Celeste, 2024.
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Needles, 2019-2024.
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Needles, 2019-24.
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Needles, 2019-24.
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Needles, 2019-24.
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Needles, 2019-24.
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Needles, 2019-24.
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Needles, 2019-24.
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Needles, 2019-24.
Exhibitions
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Inheriting Dreams: curated by Max Saula
Essay by Christian Caujolle 11 September 2025 - 30 January 2026We are delighted to announce our upcoming exhibition: "Inheriting Dreams", curated by Max Saula, the nineteen-year-old son of the gallery's founders.Read more
There is something magical in observing the world through the fresh gaze of youth: that unlimited curiosity that dares to discover the extraordinary in the everyday.
The exhibition explores how photography becomes a bridge between different ages and perspectives. How does it influence our family relationships? How do we transmit the passion for beauty?
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Txema Yeste
Needles 14 February - 31 July 2025We are thrilled to announce our highly anticipated exhibition, "Needles" showcasing a new series of works by Spanish photographer Txema Yeste.Read more
In conjunction with the exhibition, we are excited to unveil a new book published by RM, featuring an insightful introduction by the esteemed writer and curator David Campany.
The exquisitely designed book, poised to become a treasured collector's item for art enthusiasts, will complement the exhibition and deepen your understanding of Yeste’s artistic vision.
The exhibition is by appointment only.
On Tour
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Alta in Paris 2025
Txema Yeste & Numéro / Reiffers Art Center 20 May - 18 June 2025We are pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibition dedicated to Txema Yeste on Tuesday, May 20 at 6 PM at the Reiffers...Read more -
Alta in Barcelona 2024
Spring 2024 9 - 12 April 2024On view will be a selection of works by Berenice Abbott, William Klein, Jessica Lange, Saul Leiter, Ramón Masats, Robert Mapplethorpe, Vivian Maier, Steven Meisel,...Read more -
Alta in Ibiza 2023
Summer 2023 7 August 2023We are delighted to invite you to our first private exhibition this summer in Ibiza . Our friends and art lovers, Paul Surridge , fashion...Read more -
Alta in Paris 2022
Winter 2022 10 - 12 November 2022It is Alta’s 1st anniversary and we would like to invite you to celebrate with us in Paris : November 10, 11 and 12, 2022....Read more
Fairs
Press
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Txema Yeste Exhibits His Incredible Photographs for Numéro in Paris
From May 21 to 31, 2025 at the Reiffers Art Center in ParisNuméro, 21 May 2025 -
Coleccionar Arte Contemporáneo - Fotografía
Vanessa García-Osuna, Tendencias del Arte, 1 March 2025 -
Txema Yeste exhibe ‘Needles’ en Galería Alta
Estherina Holgado, Forbes Spain, 26 February 2025 -
You have a Calder in your garden (and you don't know it)
Andrés Luengo, Bondia, 25 February 2025 -
À la galerie Alta, le photographe Txema Yeste compose une ode à la légèreté
Nathan Merchadier, Numéro, 12 February 2025 -
Pine needles, objects of art.
Photo EssayEl País Semanal, 9 February 2025 -
Saula & Ferrara
Writer: Felip Vivanco. Photographer : Txema Yeste, La Vanguardia Magazine, 17 November 2024 -
La fotografía, la disciplina artística más democrática
Fátima Poppe, The Objective, 11 March 2023 -
Meeting with Txema Yeste and Pancho Saula @ Foto Colectania
Fundación Foto Colectania, 25 April 2022
Books
Biography
Needles, 2019-2024.
Born in 1972 in Barcelona, Spain, Txema Yeste is a distinguished photographer whose career began in photojournalism. After studying photography in Barcelona and Birmingham, he worked for various English and Spanish Sunday newspaper magazines, which laid the groundwork for his unique artistic vision. Although his transition to fashion photography was unplanned, he quickly embraced the creative opportunities it presented.
Yeste’s work is characterized by powerful and sophisticated imagery that reflects his deep passion for photography and a keen desire to capture meaningful moments. He draws inspiration from music, film, art, and his surroundings, employing a bold use of color and surreal compositions. Rather than focusing solely on fashion, he strives to create unexpected images that convey strong personalities and emotions, enriching the visual narrative.
Throughout his illustrious career, Yeste has collaborated with some of the most prestigious luxury brands and high-end magazines, solidifying his status as a leading figure in commercial photography. He masterfully combines commercial success with artistic integrity, creating visual narratives that captivate and inspire global audiences while attracting critical and collector attention.
His personal work challenges conventional boundaries in photography, making him a pivotal figure in contemporary art.
One notable project, "Folk Pride," explores cultural heritage and community narratives through extensive travels across Spain, developing an ethnographic photographic archive that highlights the distinctive features of traditional costumes. This ambitious project seeks to safeguard the rich tapestry of Spanish cultural identity represented through clothing, ensuring that future generations have access to a comprehensive guide of traditional garments that remain alive in collective memory.
Another significant work, "Needles," exemplifies his ability to blend personal expression with technical mastery. It will be exhibited at Alta from February 14 to May 23, 2025.
In conjunction with the exhibition, a new book published by RM will be unveiled, featuring an insightful introduction by David Campany, the esteemed writer, curator, and Creative Director of ICP.
In the following excerpt, Campany provides a thoughtful exploration of Yeste’s artistic approach:
"At times, Yeste's needles look more like wire, evoking the work of the sculptor Alexander Calder, who had a very similar sense of play. At other times, the needles suggest the simple line drawings that Picasso and Matisse would make daily.
And yes, there's the same gentle, unnameable collaboration between sculpture and photography. Sculpture with an eye for how the camera sees things; photography with an eye for how an object might present itself.
Yeste is both sculptor and photographer here, which puts him in a long and rich tradition of artists who have combined the two."
This series invites viewers to appreciate the hidden beauty in everyday objects while encouraging deeper reflection on their essence and the interplay between light and texture.
Txema Yeste's work has been prominently featured in significant international exhibitions, including "Beyond Fashion," curated by Nathalie Herschdorfer and organized by the Foundation for the Exhibition of Photography (FEP), as well as “Solid Gold,” at the Brooklyn Museum until July 6, 2025.
Furthermore, his works are included in the permanent collections of Spanish national institutions such as El Museo del Traje in Madrid and El Museo del Diseño in Barcelona.