“All those moments will be lost, in time.. like tears in rain…”
-Blade Runner-
My name is Marcin Rychły, known as Karrde but my friends call me John (don’t ask me why). I’m a photographer based in Racibórz, Poland.
When I first picked up a camera, I had no idea how much it would change my life. What began as a quiet fascination with faces, expressions, and fleeting emotions has evolved into my deepest passion and creative path.
I now work with professional photographic tools, but imagination and emotion remain my most valuable assets. My background in film and digital graphics influences how I see — and how I tell stories. Through my lens, I try to capture what might otherwise remain invisible: a glance, a breath, a quiet moment suspended between light and shadow.
Over the years, my work has grown into something more personal — and more raw. I’ve chosen to specialize in male artistic nude photography, an often overlooked field that offers profound honesty, beauty, and intensity. This is where I feel most at home as an artist. My full body of uncensored photographic work is available on my subscription-based portfolio at OnlyFans.
Main Projects
Dune
A tribute to the legendary sci-fi universe, this ongoing series captures male figures in minimalist desert-like settings, combining mystery, rawness, and introspection. It’s a project close to my heart – inspired by both literature and visual symbolism of the Dune saga.
Purity
A series of black and white full nude portraits where delicacy, innocence, and calmness intertwine. “Purity” strips the image of distraction and focuses entirely on the body’s quiet dignity. The simplicity is intentional – raw, subtle, unfiltered.
BrotherHOOD
My first major photographic project. Each model wears a black hood and theatrical makeup, blurring the line between physical appearance and digital retouching. The result: haunting portraits of hidden strength and silent stories. Among them is also my self-portrait.
homoPhObiaLAND
A powerful social project highlighting the fear, violence, and political pressure faced by LGBTQ+ people in Poland. It uses visual contrast to tell a painful story – from pride and self-awareness to suppression and trauma. It’s a protest, a statement, and a call to empathy.
Cinematic
“Cinematic” is a collection of photographs that invite viewers into an imagined, stylized universe. The portraits resemble stills from an epic movie – often dark, dramatic, and deeply atmospheric. The visual language borrows from high-end post-production to create a sense of surreal familiarity. I also appear as a “cameo” in one of the shots.
Previous Exhibitions
Selected Portraits – a general exhibition of my early work.
BrotherHOOD – focused exclusively on the project of the same name.
Cinematic – full showcase of the entire visual series.
Medieval Festival Retrospective – a curated exhibition celebrating my yearly campaigns created for the Racibórz Medieval Festival.
Community Engagement
For years, I’ve collaborated with local early medieval reenactment groups, creating annual promotional photo campaigns for the Racibórz Medieval Festival. It’s one of the region’s most celebrated cultural events, and I’m proud to contribute to its visual identity.
And so I continue to look for meaning through images. Faces, silhouettes, gestures — caught between stillness and motion. Photography allows me to say the things I often can’t express with words. It gives form to memory, presence to absence, and space to emotions that refuse to be named. Without it, these fragments of beauty, truth, and vulnerability… would be lost in time, like tears in rain…
Working with Karrde was an amazing experience. The atmosphere in the studio was calm, focused, and full of creative energy. Karrde has a great sense for capturing mood and detail, and it was easy to trust the process from the very beginning. The final images turned out beautifully – thoughtful, expressive, and full of personality. I’d absolutely recommend working with Karrde to anyone who values both professionalism and artistic vision.
Luca AnEpicBoy
Model
Amazing work. Marcin is not only an artist from the technical point of view, he seems to create an atmosphere in which his models can feel free to share all their masculine beauty.
Lucas
Fan, follower
It has been funny to work with you. I’ve never felt uncomfortable during these times. I enjoyed our trips and the moments we had, talking and laughing as good friends. You and Adam are great people. Hope to see you soon!
Fabio
Model
Not only are the results always amazing, but the atmosphere is superb. Throughout the whole process you feel cared after and comfortable.
Oliver Smith
Model
We’ve created a lot of work together, and the atmosphere has always been extremely comfortable – I could trust him 100%. I have very fond memories of that creative time. Marcin shows a high level of professionalism and a great attitude. I wholeheartedly recommend working with him!
Bartek Puchalski
Model
Working with Marcin is pure joy! Every photoshoot is filled with a friendly vibe, plenty of inspiration, and creative ideas. Marcin gives great direction when I’m unsure how to pose, while always staying open to my own ideas. I’m always happy to come back for another shoot – it’s a guarantee of fantastic photos and unforgettable experiences!
Patryk Kaniewski
Model
Every year, Marcin comprehensively designs the entire visual identity of our event, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and visual consistency across all promotional materials. His work is marked by exceptional creativity, high-quality execution, and a keen sense of style that perfectly captures the character of the event.
Marek Mansz
Event organizer – Racibórz Medieval Festival
Wonderful. Noone like you can show us the perfection of the masculine body. Light, models, amazing talent!
Jean Louis
Fan, follower
A visionary with an excellent sense of style and mood in photography. With Marcin, nothing is accidental – he knows exactly what he wants to achieve in a photo. He’s not afraid of bold inspirations, which he seeks across many fields of art. On top of that, the amazing atmosphere during the photoshoot and his warm attitude towards the guest in the studio convinced me that traveling halfway across Poland for a photoshoot with Marcin was absolutely worth it.
Szymon Lempkowski
Model
An incredible visionary with a precise eye. He balances every touch of madness with a calm presence that motivates and supports you throughout the shoot. I recommend working with Marcin to anyone looking for that elusive something that others are missing — originality and a nonconventional approach.
Mariusz Klimek
Model
A genius! What he does during a photoshoot is absolutely mind-blowing… He works with light as precisely as a sculptor with a chisel. Creative and incredibly warm — we laughed the whole time. He puts an extraordinary amount of effort into his passion. Future collaborations are guaranteed on my part!
Konrad Wodziński
Model
At this point, it’s hard to say anything new about Marcin 🙂 Everyone who’s had a photoshoot with him leaves feeling satisfied and energized. His talent is undeniable! He has his own creative visions, which we bring to life together through teamwork. I wholeheartedly recommend working with him!
Monika Kotulska
Model, Make-up artist
The most wonderful photographer I know 🙂 Not just because he does an incredible job behind the camera, but also because he’s a truly amazing person. Working with him means spending time in truly delightful company 🙂
Dorota Ziętek
Model, Photographer
Marcin has a great way of working with people who have no prior experience, and he never lets the atmosphere become stiff or uncomfortable. He answered all my questions—even those not directly related to his work—chatted, laughed… just one of the nicest photographers I’ve ever met, and a true professional at the same time 😀
Tomasz Kozik
Model
This was the best and most enjoyable photoshoot I’ve ever had. The projects Marcin creates are incredible and truly original. Speaking from personal experience, I’m a happy model who had the chance to work in front of the lens guided by such a creative and imaginative photographer. I wholeheartedly recommend working with him—and I truly hope we’ll create something together again someday.
Krzysztof 'Sowek' Sowiński
Model
During the photoshoot, the connection was instant—relaxed atmosphere, full professionalism, and so many positives that it’s hard to list them all. But what truly stands out is how Marcin’s passion and dedication are contagious and incredibly motivating. Working with him broadens your perspective, teaches you a lot, and leaves you with a big smile. If you want to understand what true passion looks like, you need to meet Marcin. Only then will you realize how shallow your idea of passion might have been. He gives his all to what he loves—100%. That’s why not a single minute during the photoshoot feels wasted, and the results are simply extraordinary.
Krystian Hintzke
Model
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