Xavi Santolaya is a Barcelona-based colorist known for crafting bold, cinematic imagery across commercials, film and branded content. With over two decades of experience, he combines a strong artistic sensibility with deep technical expertise, collaborating with directors and creatives to shape distinctive visual worlds through color.

His work spans international campaigns for brands such as Nike, Mercedes, Audi, BMW, Adidas, Toyota and IWC, as well as collaborations with acclaimed directors including Martin Werner, Ernest Desumbila, Andreas Nielsen, J. A. Bayona, CANADA or Los Pérez among others

Driven by craft and curiosity, Xavi approaches every project with the same goal: finding the look that best serves the story.