Minù was a little furry witch. She was curious, funny, intrusive, touchy and played a role…basically with everything that was around her! I loved to spend some time with this little devil who, apart from being cute and mischief, was also adored by her human mum Laura!Enjoy these memories!
Photography’s purpose is not only to capture others but it also a medium that allows the photographer to meet, understand and to listen to his subjects. I never get tired of looking at a person’s expressiveness, especially as, in this case, you find yourself in front of the lens a young guy who has many interests and a great desire to do.
“No alarm clock needed. My passion wakes me” — Eric Thomas
I had the pleasure to take these shots of keen rugbyman Andrea in January 2015. I am still particularly satisfied by the B&W ones.
During a walk in Cittadella, I had the chance to meet Maria Grazie and, from chatting with her to taking a few photos of her little devils squad (2 Jack Russell!) it was real quick. Enjoy these lovely memories!
Marion is Austrian but, many years ago, love led her to a southern detour (Italy!) and, since then, she has lived in Parma. She is a straightforward woman, who thinks in an uncomplicated way and she will tell you things to your face! She is an optimist with an active personality. Also, it is difficult not to surrender to the charm of her blue eyes!
One of the upsides of having an other photographer take your pictures is being able to observe how he works, plus, I have always loved the studio’s environment, as this is one of the things that makes me feel the call of the wild! I have discovered that, even in tight spaces, you can make miracles and the outcome can be remarkable, as in this case! I cherish these images taken by incredibly experienced and tasteful photographer Ph. Paolo Melegari: feel free to drop by his shop or admire part of his portfolio at his storefront!
After having photographed a couple of times Giulio, I had the pleasure of taking a few shots of his mum Francesca, a long-time friend. I believe that her mental strength and her irony come through in the photos below. Enjoy these winter memories, taken in a freezing December morning!
I find that Laura’s beauty is algid and iconic. She likes fashion and knows how to dress with gusto, in all circumstances. I am always keen on working with her and she has always been happy to pose for me as a model, perhaps because we both feel like we are going back to the past, when we played together as children. These shots were taken in Carlo Urbani Foto Studio, in December 2014.
Carlo was the first to give me photography lessons in 2010 and he rented me several times his own space to take portraits. His studio has always been a pleasant and cosy gathering place, where apart from taking photos you could also have a chat. On this occasion, he was in charge and he who took the below portraits of me, which I then edited.
The world of twins has always fascinated me, although working with young children is a double challenge! These cuties were conceived one after the other, they lived in their mom’s belly together, they came out and … Look, they are different, not only physically but they also displayed different personalities! One was a little more introvert, the other a little bolder, one dared to take a few steps alone, the other needed his mother’s support. For sure, they were both mama’s boys, to whom they gave great satisfaction! Once they realised that the studio was not a mystery place, they put on big smiles and the hard part of the job was achieved, even though I was left with the doubt of…having taken out too many toys!
It is not a given to take pictures of kids in studio, partly because their expansiveness does not fit well in an enclosed space that tends to be shaded, and partly because indoors it can be more difficult for them to comply with the photographer’s instructions😁 Besides that, Giulio’s shots that follow below were taken in December 2014: they are colorful and funny, and reflect his spontaneous, lively and strong-willed personality. Enjoy these photo-memories!
Now back to Memory Lane in December 2014, with these archive photos of Silvia, taken at Carlo Urbani Foto Studio, whilst she was expecting her first girl. I love when photography shows aspects of the personality of the subjects. Reviewing some of these images, I smile observing Silvia’s lively wit, her enthusiasm and excitement about upcoming baby Matilde!
“Girls will be girls, boys will be boys”, exactly as the song says! It was a real delight to capture some spontaneous moments of playful and affectionate connection between these cousins, both lively and determined in mastering their activities! Also, their mommas are 2 stars 🌟🤩
“If you want something done, do it yourself”…How many times have I heard this phrase in my life? Luckily for me, I have never lacked of good ideas, as well as the ability to ask for help in case of need, so in November 2014 I hired my neighbours, who are friends, to help me promote my photography business. The pictures below can prove our motivation…Hip hip hooray, teamwork!
Claudia was a colleague, we worked together for a few weeks on the construction site. I still remember her genuine laugh and her simplicity. When she knew that I was into photography, she asked me some questions about my activity, I asked her to pose for me, she accepted and…we met in Labenne-Océan, where I lived. My place was real close to the Ocean, one of my dreams that became true (even though for a short while)! It was an unusually hot October afternoon, we were not far from 30 degrees. The beach was beautiful and relatively quiet, and the golden hour was just around the corner…
Trying to get serious but, hey, a few photo-bombers dived in our shooting!
Elena Arvasi Portrait Photographer 