Flowing like liquid are full length bellowing dresses that adorn ballet trained models as they leap into the air. Dramatic photos of surreal sunsets and lightning storms are flawlessly merged with the models into theatrical, almost biblical images. This describes Christopher Borgman's latest work, now showing at F8, which was inspired by several visits to the Miami City Ballet. He prefers not be labeled a fashion photographer, rather an artist that includes fashion in his photography.

Since his arrival to Miami just 2 years ago, this talented photographer/artist has already created quite a buzz in the fashion and advertising circles. With his unique style and creative flair, he’s become one of the areas hottest new photographers. Christopher's work has already been featured in several editorials, ad campaigns, and CD covers. A Texas native with little formal training Christopher's influences range from Salvador Dali to Lucas Samaras to Joel-Peter Witkin. More than just a photographer, his use of digital cameras and computers enable him to create and manipulate beyond the limitations of traditional photography. After working in New York City shooting soon-to-be Supermodels, Christopher moved to Mexico City. There he worked for magazines and record labels photographing such celebrities as Lucero, Mana´ and Ricky Martin. He was also the feature cover story in both of Mexico's premier competing photography magazines, the first ever to be given that honor. His cover of Miami's Lincoln Road Magazine won the Gold Ozzy Award for "Best Use of Digital Imagery." Recently, former Supermodel and actress Lauren Hutton commissioned Christopher to shoot her cosmetics campaign after seeing his editorial work in LA. He also teaches photography and advanced Photoshop teqniques at the Miami Ad School.

Christopher's work experience includes Virgin Records, EMI Latin, Narada/Back Porch Records, Sony Discos, WEA Latina, BMG Latin, Miller Lite, Coca Cola, Philip Stein Watches, Hohner Accordions, and JC Penney. He's photographed over 25 CD covers and was photographer, art director, and graphic designer on a Grammy Award winning CD. His editorials and ad campaigns have appeared in many US and Latin magazines including W, In Style, Billboard, Oprah, Golf Digest, Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road, Loft, Complot and Vogue de Mexico.

When he’s not working, Christopher likes to mountain bike and play racquetball.