Originally a draftsman and painter, Frankie discovered a passion for photography and filmmaking upon completion of his studies in art and for over a decade has been creating images for a variety of clientele throughout the US and Europe. Batista has photographed for international publications such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, GQ, Harpers Bazaar, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Mens Health, L’Officiel, Nylon, Seventeen, and People.
Known for a vibrant use of color and contrast, his optimistic and often exotically bright images seem to leap beyond the boundaries of their printed page, galvanizing him a leading reputation within the industry as a key figure working in contemporary fashion and celebrity portraiture.
Frankie currently spends his time between Los Angeles, New York, and Miami.