Charles Vary is an image maker

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Charles Vary, a queer artist based in Paris, navigates the vibrant landscapes of Montréal, Toronto, New York and Paris for the last decade, passionately honing his craft as a director, director of photography, and photographer. Drawing from a background as an advertising agency producer, Charles also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography Studies and Integrated Digital Media from Toronto Metropolitan University.
His work spans the intersection of queer culture, fashion, arts, and advertising, attracting prestigious clients like Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Nissan and Volvo, along with iconic brands such as Lululemon and Sephora US. Collaborating with renowned agencies like Sid Lee, Rethink, and Bensimon Byrne, Charles pushes the boundaries of conventional advertising with innovation and authenticity.
Committed to authenticity and inclusivity, Charles continues to redefine contemporary art and advertising, leaving an indelible mark on both industries.

Photography: Rupaul Dragrace All Star Winner
Jimbo for Fashion Magazine

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Photography: UK, US and Canada DragRace Queens for Fashion Magazine

Direction+Photography:
US Pharma: Cabtreo Brand Campaign

Photography:
US Pharma: Cabtreo Brand Campaign

DOP+Direction:
Lululemon Pant Edits

DOP+DIRECTION+POST-PRODUCTION:
EADEM Ingrown Serum Teaser

Photography: Kroyyyyyy Backstage

DOP+Direction:
Volvo x Fashion Magazine

PHOTOGRAPHY: Talvi Painted by Viktor Peter

DOP+Direction:
Tiffany & Co. x Karine Vanasse

Photography:
Gigi Goode backstage at the TD Bank Party

DOP+Direction:
Louis Vuitton Yayoi Kusama x Fashion Magazine

Photography:
Louis Vuitton Event Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)

DOP+Direction:
Elle Canada Charlotte Cardin/Monia Chokri/Les Fourchettes

Saje Social Media Photo Campaign x TUX

Saje Social Media Photo Campaign x TU

DOP+DIRECTION+PHOTOGRAPHY: SAJE x Agence Tux

Photography:
Soda Stream Campaign x Canada DragRace Winner Priyanka

DOP+DIRECTION:
NISSAN "DARE TO CARE"

Photography:
Designer Ying Gao's Dress "2 5 2 6"

CO. DOP+Co-direction+PHOTOGRAPHY:
Documentary series for Gilead on their contribution to HIV support centers

PHOTOGRAPHY: CARDINAL SPRING25 LOOKBOOK

PHOTOGRAPHY: CARDINAL SPRING24 LOOKBOOK

DOP+DIRECTION:
CARDINAL CAMPAIGNS

Photography: RossoModo Pas de bourrée album cover

PHOTOGRAPHY+DOP+DIRECTION:
RossoModo's Single Pas de Bourrée

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Photography: RossoModo

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Polaroids

PHOTOGRAPHY: ISAIAH

DOP+DIRECTION:
EADEM PRODUCT CAMPAIGNS 2023

Photography: Isaiah

Co-Direction+Editing:
EADEM's Launch at Sephora US

Photography: DorianWho Press and Socials

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Photography: Fanny Bloom Album Artwork "Holistique"

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Photography:
Fanny Bloom Press and Socials

DOP+CO-DIRECTION+PHOTOGRAPHY:
FANNY BLOOM Single "C'est toujours comme ça, c'est magique"

Beauty Project with artist in residence for Chanel

Photography:
Chanel Beauty Canada with Artist-in-Residence Esther KIESELHOF

Photography:
Fiona Nguyen at her Studio

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Photography: Designer Ying Gao's boots shot at her Studio

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Photography: Sid Lee's book: Circular Design for Fashion

Photography:
Hani from Elite

DOP+DIRECTION:
Fashion Creative

Brooke Lynn Hytes Backstage

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