TITLE: Cono de Arita

The Cono de Arita is a natural formation in the Salar de Arizaro in the Salta province of Argentina. This perfect cone-shaped hill rises dramatically from the flat expanse of the salt flats, creating an otherworldly landscape.

Its isolated and symmetrical shape has made it a subject of fascination and local legend. The name "Arita" is derived from the Aymara word for "sharp."

I had the chance to spend the night in this location and capture this natural monument with different lights and angles.

AUTHOR: Mateus Cerqueira (Brazil)

Mateus is an award-winning Brazilian Art Director, with more than 15 years in the advertising industry. In 2021, took a break from his career to explore and document South America in stills and film.

From the glaciers of wild Patagonia to the warm Caribbean Sea of Venezuela, Mateus has spent 3 years traveling in a camper van sleeping in wild places to capture the most unique landscapes of the continent.