Mark Gallardo is a Toronto-based photographer and director celebrated for his bold, graphic, and colourful approach to visual storytelling. Drawing from his '90s upbringing of cartoons and movies, along with his vibrant Filipino-Canadian heritage, Mark creates fun and exciting imagery for Advertising, Entertainment, and Portraiture.

Beginning his career as an Art Director and Designer working agency-side, Mark developed a deep understanding of branding, creative strategy, and client collaboration. This experience laid the foundation for his transition into photography and directing, where he seamlessly combines his technical expertise, crossed-cultural upbringing, and artistic vision to bring bold ideas to life. His graphic and colourful approach has led to collaborations with commercial brands such as McDonald’s, Electronic Arts, Nissan, WestJet, MasterCard, and more.