Making your childhood dreams come true takes dedication and a little blind luck. We live our childhood dreams every day by telling stories through moving pictures. That’s because we always dream big and work hard to make them happen. We believe the best stories are told by those who enjoy telling them. So let Blind Luck Pictures craft your next story, so you don’t have to.

Barrio started as a grassroots project by brothers, Carlos and Steve Brito, who have endless love for Toronto and Latin Culture. What started as a t-shirt and cap company, quickly turned into nightlife, festivals, and the promotion of everything Latin in the City and abroad. Our journey has connected us to like-minded people all over the world that sparked a movement. So what’s our purpose? We don’t know, we just love to showcase our Culture. We are thankful to be one of the most recognizable Latin brands in Canada. We’re forever evolving, but our mission remains the same. To push the Latin culture forward.

Cadence Dance Academy is a Toronto based dance school, known for their creativity, explosiveness, charisma, and unique style. They believe all variations of dance to be beautiful in their own right and deserve to be recognized and appreciated just as much as any other dance genre. Their primary goals are to stay true to their craft, dance with true emotion and meaning, and give 150% every time they set foot on stage.

Nate is a beauty and celebrity-focused makeup artist based in Toronto, Canada. She aims to specialize in her craft within the realm of brand ambassadorship, campaign, and celebrity work.

Carlos Brito was born in Toronto, Canada from Ecuadorian parents. He grew up in the Jane & Finch community where he enjoyed the multiculturalism of Toronto. Driven by the beauty of everything Latin, he left the comfort of his position at one of the major banks to take on Barrio full-time. There’s nothing that he loves more than to promote everything latin and create beautiful experiences. He’s just getting started.

Aimée is a world explorer from Ecuador, avid Latin dancer and storyteller. Her passion for people and culture has led her to pursue a career in hospitality and events. She has lived and worked in 6 countries on 4 continents. Currently in Toronto working in the culinary arts and promoting the Latin dance community.

Born in Peru and now rooted in Ottawa. Jessica enjoys crafting well-designed identities and marketing campaigns that showcase clean design, consistent branding and clear messaging. She loves to travel and live new adventures. 

Jamaican born and Canadian raised. Geisha Rene has always had a passion for the arts. She was a professional dancer and dance instructor. She loves working on creative projects specifically for small businesses and artists. 

Kareem was first introduced to Latin music in 2004 in Havana, Cuba. Since then, he has never looked back. Within a few years, he became fluent in spanish and proficient in Salsa & Bachata Dance. Kareem has competed professionally and performed across Canada, U.S. and Latin America. Currently, Kareem is the Marketing Director of the Latin Sparks Festival. He strives to create more spaces where people from all over the world can be introduced and fall in love with the culture of Latin America.

Carl is the Executive Director of the Latin Sparks Festival. For the past 10 years he has produced and managed music and dance festivals that have attracted thousands of cultural enthusiasts around Canada. Carl has lived and worked all over Latin American and the Caribbean, and is passionate about education, entrepreneurship, and culture.

Sunfest in London Ontario - this is where it all started for me! The music, dance and culture quickly propelled me into taking Latin dance classes, joining a performance dance team, and traveling to Havana Cuba to deepen my knowledge on the culture. After running a marketing and production agency for 7 years, I was thrilled to get back to my creative roots by supporting the Latin Sparks team in the production of such a beautiful project - one that has personally brought me so much joy and depth after a year-long pandemic.Links: https://www.instagram.com/lcoulahan/

Bar manager turned baker & entrepreneur, Ian has dedicated the last 2 years of his life to running his own bakery - Courage Cookies. Apart from serving delicious cookies, Courage Cookies donates a portion of their revenue to support local charity and initiatives around our community. He’s always loved music but never dabbled in dancing until now.

I am Karolina the owner of Feminine Energy, a lingerie and jewelry store. Feminine Energy was created because I believe lingerie is the armour for your divine self to get you through each and every day. Lingerie makes you feel confident, sexy and powerful. With a Bachelors in Finance and several years in retail management; I have always admired women as entrepreneurs and decided to become one. Focusing on my own success is much more rewarding and offers significantly more time for creativity. Never let fear be the reason not to start something new that can empower yourself as well as others.

I am a Torontonian Foodie, who loves to travel and stay active. I use social media and content creation as a form of self expression, being a digital content creator/influencer and a social media researcher. I have a science degree but am undeniably passionate about arts, business, and marketing!

Woody Belfort lives with a form of cerebral palsy which limits his ability to use his legs. While many may see this as a liability, he has abilities many people don't have thanks to his intense devotion to his body. He makes it a point to push his own limits, in order to inspire others to do the same! In September 2020 he published his first book, a biography, titled Why Walk When You Can Fly? Whether it's a question of climbing a wall, or improvising a trapeze jump, all with his wheelchair still attached to him, nothing stops Woody Belfort. The universal accessibility activist currently speaks four languages. He wants to master seven. His other passions include youth education, music, festivals, and crossfit/gymnastics.

Lindsay Ivan is an award-winning artist, performer, and creator.  Born and raised in Toronto, Lindsay currently is the host for a number of YouTube channels including Most Amazing Top 10, where she entertains an audience of over 7 million subscribers.

Meet Baby Linda, known as the Toronto Latina, a creator who is passionate about colliding her Canadian roots with her Latina fire. Bringing music, dance and art to life in her videos. Living in Toronto, she was exposed to many cultures, allowing her to recognize the importance of being connected with one's own roots. Her goal is to empower young women through self love, dance and creating yourself daily.

My name is Eduardo, otherwise known as EPTHELATINO. I am a Latino content creator currently living in Canada. I am also a DJ. I love playing all hispanic music, from reggaeton, to dembow, to bachata and salsa.

Brian Tong is a long time professional dancer that established himself in various realms of production where he's grown to a notable casting agent and event producer. Originally trained in Breakdance and Funk, he later found himself in commercial dance and choreography, landing him various tours and stage shows from Escapade Music Festival, Winterlude Grand Opening, Canada Day, We Day with Martin Luther King the IIIrd, CTV Grey Cup, Hip Hop International and many more. Now in the film industry, Brian continues to teach as a guest teacher around the city. While filming for NHL, Narcity, Ottawa Tourism and various international projects - his creative aspect can be seen on stage or behind the camera. 

Founder and dance instructor of Bachata Sensual Toronto Dance Academy in Ontario and Golden Latin Fever Dance Academy in British Columbia. His focus is on Bachata Sensual dance style, teaching since 2016. Since 2018 he has been performing and directing team performances in the Greater Toronto Area. Clark also specializes in teaching body movements & social dancing techniques such as leading and following skills. Trained in China, Mexico, Europe and Canada with diverse dancing backgrounds including ballroom, Salsa, and Hip-Hop. Some of his accomplishments include: provincial champion of Rumba & Cha Cha Cha competition in the 2008 Guangdong Sports Dancing of Ballroom Championship (China); and Cuban Salsa and Mambo Performer of Groupo America Pro team at World Dance dancing academy in British Columbia (2015-2016). 

Evolving Collaborative dance Artist For over 25 Years, Traditional First Nations to Classical Ballet And Contemporary Dance. As an urban indigenous artist that was born in Toronto, I look to find ways to incorporate who I am as a dancer but also as a indigenous dance artist. I’ve had great opportunities to collaborate with renowned music artists, muralists and festivals. I just love to express stories through dance of all backgrounds.

Born and raised in Jamaica, Lauren was strongly influenced by music and dance. At the age of thirteen, she moved to Toronto where she was introduced to various forms of dance. Lauren furthered her training at George Brown College and Joy of Dance Teacher Training program, where she received Top Honors in Canada. In the summer of 2011, Lauren was chosen to be a part of So You Think You Can Dance Canada's Top 20. Since then Lauren has been featured in numerous commercials, TV shows, music videos, movies and has performed with artists such as; Nick Jonas, Lady Gaga, Anne-Marie, Flo Rida, Carly Rae Jepsen, Hedley and more.

Edmund “Edz” Gyamfi (born, 1986), better known by his stage name Edz Gyamfi, is a Ghanaian-Canadian dance choreographer from Ottawa, Canada. Edz's approach to teaching is a genuine focus on history, foundation and technique before hitting the choreography aspect of the dance style. Edz is always looking to branch out and share his love of dance with anybody who seeks to learn and grow. His professional experience includes:
-TO LIVE- THE ART SQUAD SEASON 1
-CBCarts “THE MOVE” SEASON 2
-SELF MADE NETFLIX SERIES - MADAM CJ WALKER
-BUJU BANTON- “TRUST” MUSIC VIDEO
-SPORT CHEK COMMERCIAL

World Champion competitor, dancer, instructor and choreographer with a foundation in various dances since her early years. She has taught thousands of students worldwide since 1995 and performed alongside top singers, bands & dancers in the industry, as well as being featured in multiple newspapers, TV and radio shows. Her impressive titles include 3 times Canadian Bachata Champion, 2nd runner up World Bachata Champion and multiple times Toronto Salsa Champion. Tania is now one of the most recognized and sought after dance instructors for clubs, parties, and special events, with work in North & South America, as well as Asia.

My name is Janet Mancia, I have been dancing for just a little over 6 years. I’ve trained with multiple world-renowned Latin dancers. I am currently training under world salsa champions Adriano Ieropoli and Samantha Scali from Montreal, who have been my mentors for a few years now. I am also a Salsa competitor and have competed in Toronto for National titles and in Miami and Mexico for World Championships. I have won several National titles in Canada and became a top 4 finalist in the 2021 Euroson Latino World Salsa Championship in Mexico. 

From Iraq to Canada and currently living in Toronto, he’s one of the leading Dancehall choreographers in the country. He’s worked with Drake, Rihanna, Mr. Vegas, DVSN and more. Jan is a member of the world famous dance crew The Moon Runners and he’s the Founder of Always Good Vibes. Please welcome Jan “Snapp” Yalda.

Joselyn Paz has always loved dance from a very young age. Specializing in many different styles from salsa to hip hop, she has shared this passion on incredible stages such as Daddy Yankee and the Roger's Center. Her hope is to inspire and motivate those around her to find expression through dance.

Clifton is the Owner/Director of Cadence Dance Academy, a Toronto based dance school known for their creativity, charisma, explosive routines, and unique style. He is trained in many genres of dance but mainly specializes in Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha and Dancehall.

"It takes an athlete to dance, but an artist to be a dancer." and Derick Robinson has made that transition. After many years of training at the provincial and national levels of soccer, Derick left his sporting roots behind to explore the world of dance. Starting out as just a hobby, dance has grown into more than just a passion; it’s his way of life. Derick was cast to dance in the feature film Cobu 3D as a part of the “Kings & Queens Crew” and a featured dancer in Shawn Desman’s “Alive”. He has had the opportunity to work with such artists as Down With Webster for the 2013 MMVA’s, Divine Brown at the “Toronto New Years Bash'' to bring in 2011, and for Lady Gaga at the 2011 “Much Music Video Awards”. He is the founder and choreographer for the all male Hip-Hop dance crew, The O.G. Crew (Original Gentlemen). They have competed at World of Dance Toronto, The Canadian Street Dance Championships, on Much Music’s Best Dance Crew and have recently performed for Trish at The America’s Next Top Model Live Event in Toronto, which he choreographed. Derick was also selected to be a part of the 2013 Monsters of Hip Hop Cast. In the summer of 2014 Derick will travel to Los Angeles to compete in the first ever “Choreographer’s Cup” hosted by Monsters Of Hip Hop.

A Toronto based choreographer, educator,and founder of Dance Migration. She has trained in Brazil for the past 15 years and has been accredited to teach internationally by Master teachers in Rio de Janeiro, and Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Adrianna's work is known globally to cultivate connection to spirit and uplift and inspire communities through the art of dance and music.

Stefanie’s professional dance career began with the NFL’s Miami Dolphins Cheerleading Team.Her passion and ambition quickly took her to new heights not only in dance, but also in the commercial industry. She has worked with companies like Visa, Sony, MAC Cosmetics, Wal -Mart, Honey Bunches of Oats, Party City and most recently The Royalton Blue Waters Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Her versatility and style can be attributed to her love for the Caribbean & Latin cultures as well as heavy influences from 80’s and 90’s music. Her natural take on various styles of dance can be attributed to her eclectic mix of Chinese, Trinidadian and Jamaican roots. Stefanie has worked with some of the industry's most reputable artists such as Pitbull, Sean Paul, Marc Anthony, FloRida, Nelly Furtado, Don Omar, Machel Montano and many more. Over the years she has had the opportunity to travel the world, to satisfy her wanderlust and interest with exploring new cultures. She has performed and choreographed in London, Singapore, Bahamas, Germany and Trinidad.

Sarita Leyva is a renowned contemporary folkloric and popular dancer, educator and choreographer. Beginning her dance career at the age 7 in Holguin, Cuba, she pursued it through university and today holds a Dance Professor Diploma. After her graduation, while living in Cuba, Sarita maintained a very active career as a choreographer-dancer and dance teacher, working in many institutions, dance groups and companies such as Grupo Omó Olorun, Grupo Oriki de La Casa de Africa in Old Havana, Compañía de Danza Pinos Nuevos, and Paulita Concepcion Vocational School of Arts in Havana. She moved to Toronto in 1997 and taught at Etobicoke School of the Arts, Toronto's Spanish Center, and is Toronto’s most sought-out Cuban dance teacher, having established a solid roster of students over the past twenty two years. Presently Sarita is the Artistic Director of Iré Omó Afro-Cuban Drum, dance instructor at Lula Lounge and Araguacu Dance Company, as well as teaching dance at the faculty of School of The Arts, Media & Design at York University.