Portraiture has always intrigued me. A good portrait goes beyond the surface—it captures a connection, a truth, or a glimpse of the subject’s essence. That’s what I sought to achieve with this series.
The people in these portraits, often immersed in visual storytelling as editors, photographers, and communicators, are usually behind the lens. Here, they stepped in front of it, creating an exciting dynamic shaped by our shared passion for imagery and storytelling.
These portraits celebrate individuality and diversity. They’re formal but personal, reflecting the collaboration and energy that shaped each image. Through these photographs, I hope to reveal not just faces but the unique stories and connections behind them.
This portrait collection emerged during the World Press Exhibition in Cortona, where remarkable figures from photography and publishing often gathered. Tasked with capturing their images, I found that, despite their expertise, standing before the lens transforms everyone into a subject—revealing emotions, insecurities, or confidence that are hard to mask. As someone who has also posed before the camera, I know its vulnerability. The dialogue and shared experience during those moments made this project both meaningful and rewarding.