Hey! I’m Karla tIcas.

I’m photographer & creative director living in LA.

I’m a Los Angeles‑based photographer and creative director, drawn to the space where editorial polish meets warm, lived‑in emotion. I love creating visuals defined by luminous light, thoughtful composition and human presence. I studied commercial advertising, started behind the camera as a photographer (even had a brief stint as a makeup artist while in art school), and over time moved into creative direction and art direction.
My career has taken me around the world — collaborating with global brands, immersing in different cultures and visual languages, and learning to adapt, lead, and create in any environment. These experiences have honed my eye, deepened my creative perspective, and taught me how to balance artistry with strategy.
Today I live in LA with my husband, our lively 5‑year‑old daughter, and four rescue animals. Every day I bring a little of the city, the journey and my vision into the work — creating images that look beautiful, feel alive and tell a story.