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loredana denicola
Photographer
I began taking photographs at the age of 36, when I found an old Praktica 35mm camera in a grey bag left on a street in London, complete with three lenses. That moment marked the beginning of my practice in photography.
Since then, photography has become a way for me to explore and observe human experience through emotions,relationships, and personal narratives. I use the medium as a tool for reflection, connection, and observation.
I offer one-to-one and small group sessions focused on the technical and creative use of the camera in manual mode.
The sessions cover exposure, composition, and the relationship between technical control and visual intention, with the aim of developing a more conscious approach to image-making.
The work combines technical guidance with an emphasis on observation and personal visual language.
I conduct photography workshops where the camera becomes more than a tool, it becomes a mirror.
In these sessions, photography is approached as a space for self-expression, self-observation, and intimate exploration of personal narratives.
Through guided exercises, visual storytelling, and shared reflection, participants are invited to engage with their emotions and lived experiences through images.
The focus is not on technical perfection, but on presence, perception, and the act of seeing and being seen with honesty and attention.
Over the years, some of my projects have evolved into book-based works combining photography and text.
I am currently exploring self-publishing through crowdfunding to develop these editorial projects, while also engaging with independent publishing houses aligned with my practice.
La Pecora Autoproduzioni
I co-founded La Pecora Autoproduzioni in 2021, an independent publishing label focused on photographic and artist book production.
The first publication, FRAG-MÉNTUM, brings together the work of five photographers, constructing a collective visual narrative. The second publication, COMA VIGILE, features the work of 25 international photographers.
For inquiries or to order a copy, please contact: lapecoraedizioni@gmail.com
I am a member of Action Hybride, an international artist collective exploring the body, memory, and the human condition through interviews, exhibitions, performances, and public talks.
Updates
photography, exhibitions, talks and workshops
This section presents information on exhibitions, publications, workshops, screenings, and talks related to my ongoing projects in photography and visual storytelling.
It includes both public events and activities connected to my editorial, educational, and artistic practice.
For dates, locations, and further updates, please check this page regularly.
Intimate Portraiture and Self-Portrait - PhotoexperienceSalento
PhotoExperience Salento – “Lights and Shadows”
October 3 – 13, near Otranto (Italy)
I’m excited to share that I’ve been invited to take part as a tutor, alongside other talented photographers, in this extraordinary experience that blends photography, nature, mindfulness, and personal growth.
A unique retreat for a limited number of participants.
Not just a journey, but a transformative workshop:
Guided sessions with professional photographers
Relaxation and convivial moments
Genuine connection with the beauty of Salento
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, this immersive path is designed for those who love photography, well-being, and slow travel.
Come and live the magic of PhotoExperience: between light, shadow, and new perspectives on yourself.
Instructors: Rocco Casaluci, Alessandra Baldoni, Loredana Denicola, Mara Granzotto, Lorenzo De Donno
Partners:
Laboratorio Urbano - Kalò Fai
La Dimora di Ulisse (seaside holiday home) Agriturismo Biologico Fontanelle – Otranto VALPE DOOR Villar Pellice – La Scatola di Latta
Discover the full program:
October 3 – 13, near Otranto (Italy)
I’m excited to share that I’ve been invited to take part as a tutor, alongside other talented photographers, in this extraordinary experience that blends photography, nature, mindfulness, and personal growth.
A unique retreat for a limited number of participants.
Not just a journey, but a transformative workshop:
Guided sessions with professional photographers
Relaxation and convivial moments
Genuine connection with the beauty of Salento
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, this immersive path is designed for those who love photography, well-being, and slow travel.
Come and live the magic of PhotoExperience: between light, shadow, and new perspectives on yourself.
Instructors: Rocco Casaluci, Alessandra Baldoni, Loredana Denicola, Mara Granzotto, Lorenzo De Donno
Partners:
Laboratorio Urbano - Kalò Fai
La Dimora di Ulisse (seaside holiday home) Agriturismo Biologico Fontanelle – Otranto VALPE DOOR Villar Pellice – La Scatola di Latta
Discover the full program:
Ephemere Photo Fest 2025
Group Exhibition · October 1 – 12, 2025
Gallery Conceal Shibuya, Tokyo | Selected Photographer
The Duality of Ephemerality and Permanence
Ephemere Photo Fest 2025 · Tokyo
October 1 – 12, 2025
Gallery Conceal Shibuya
My portrait Luigi has been selected for the Core Programs’ Group Exhibition at the first edition of Ephemere Photo Fest in Tokyo, in the Single Image section.
An international exhibition exploring the dialogue between ephemerality and permanence, curated by Anne Murayama with Kseniya Gorbanova, Andrei Barbos, and Glen Snyder.
Featured Artists (selection)
Over 150 photographers from around the world, including:
Aakash Prithviraj Rai · Ada Marino · Adrianna MJW · Aia Solis · Alessio Roberto · Alex Alonso · Ana Villarrubia · Andie Riekstina · Andrew McClees · Angel Li · Angelo Greco · Anna Rosa Krau · Anne Milne · Anthony Bockheim · Aram Tanis · Artur Leão · Avery Edelman · Claudia Fuggetti · Constanza Isaza Martinez · Cristóbal Cerda · Elena Serafimova · Eva Berler · Francesco Topino · Gaia Credentino · Giulia Coppetti · Glen Snyder · Gwilen Grace · Hannah Hernø-Toftild · Iris Hu · Jaume Llorens Bach · Jorge Fabián Castillo · José Herrera · Juan Luis Salazar · Julián Péter · Katerina Vasilas · Kelly Rosa · Kevin Baylon · Kozue Maruyama · Loredana Denicola · Lucas Pacifico · Ludovic Viévard · Lynn Silverman · Maria Vittoria Rulli · Martin Miklas · Maya Fonseca · Melanie Schoeniger · Michaela Knizova · Natalia Filatova · Nickie Vertigan · Oliver Raschka · Pauline Jaffuel Raji · Philipp Zechner · Radiz Sutthisoontorn · Sarah Garland · Sonja Prillere · Spyros Chalikias · Susan White · Sylvain Holtermann · Tamta Gokadze · Tyler Henson · Valentina Baldelli · Vincent Karcher · Viviana Bonura · Xavier Rony · Yasu Matsumoto · Zach Litzgus
Ephemere Photo Fest 2025 · Tokyo
October 1 – 12, 2025
Gallery Conceal Shibuya
My portrait Luigi has been selected for the Core Programs’ Group Exhibition at the first edition of Ephemere Photo Fest in Tokyo, in the Single Image section.
An international exhibition exploring the dialogue between ephemerality and permanence, curated by Anne Murayama with Kseniya Gorbanova, Andrei Barbos, and Glen Snyder.
Featured Artists (selection)
Over 150 photographers from around the world, including:
Aakash Prithviraj Rai · Ada Marino · Adrianna MJW · Aia Solis · Alessio Roberto · Alex Alonso · Ana Villarrubia · Andie Riekstina · Andrew McClees · Angel Li · Angelo Greco · Anna Rosa Krau · Anne Milne · Anthony Bockheim · Aram Tanis · Artur Leão · Avery Edelman · Claudia Fuggetti · Constanza Isaza Martinez · Cristóbal Cerda · Elena Serafimova · Eva Berler · Francesco Topino · Gaia Credentino · Giulia Coppetti · Glen Snyder · Gwilen Grace · Hannah Hernø-Toftild · Iris Hu · Jaume Llorens Bach · Jorge Fabián Castillo · José Herrera · Juan Luis Salazar · Julián Péter · Katerina Vasilas · Kelly Rosa · Kevin Baylon · Kozue Maruyama · Loredana Denicola · Lucas Pacifico · Ludovic Viévard · Lynn Silverman · Maria Vittoria Rulli · Martin Miklas · Maya Fonseca · Melanie Schoeniger · Michaela Knizova · Natalia Filatova · Nickie Vertigan · Oliver Raschka · Pauline Jaffuel Raji · Philipp Zechner · Radiz Sutthisoontorn · Sarah Garland · Sonja Prillere · Spyros Chalikias · Susan White · Sylvain Holtermann · Tamta Gokadze · Tyler Henson · Valentina Baldelli · Vincent Karcher · Viviana Bonura · Xavier Rony · Yasu Matsumoto · Zach Litzgus
Selected for “Impatti” – 12x12 / Cortona On The Move - 11 photographers - 2025
Selected for “Impatti” – 12x12 in collaboration with Cortona On The Move I am thrilled to share that my photographic project has been selected for “Impatti”, the open-call project 12x12 in collaboration with Cortona On The Move, one of the most important international photography festivals. “Impatti” invites photographers to explore how human actions leave marks on the world - from environmental changes to social and cultural transformations. The selected projects will be part of the fourth edition of 12x12 and will benefit from mentorship, support, and guidance from Simone Donati, the curator of the edition, to further develop, edit, and complete their work. The project will be presented alongside the new chapter of “Atlas of the New World” by Edoardo Delille and Giulia Piermartiri, highlighting the dialogue between human movement and its impact on society and the environment. in italiano
My work published in Il corpo solitario IV - Rubettino Editore - Giorgio Bonomi
Publication: Il corpo solitario IV
My work “L’oscurità, ma io ho una luce”, still in progress, has been published in Il corpo solitario IV by Giorgio Bonomi, edited by Rubettino.
The book, the fourth chapter of a long-term study on contemporary photographic self-portraiture, gathers research and testimonies on the body as a language of expression, care, and resistance.
I am happy that this research is part of such an important editorial project, alongside other artists who use art to tell and transform personal experiences. italiano
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Ecco la traduzione in italiano:
Pubblicazione: Il corpo solitario IV
Il mio lavoro “L’oscurità, ma io ho una luce”, ancora in corso, è stato pubblicato in Il corpo solitario IV di Giorgio Bonomi, edito da Rubettino.
Il libro, quarto capitolo di una lunga ricerca sull’autoritratto fotografico contemporaneo, raccoglie studi e testimonianze sul corpo come linguaggio di espressione, cura e resistenza.
Sono felice che questa ricerca faccia parte di un progetto editoriale così importante, insieme ad altri artisti che utilizzano l’arte per raccontare e trasformare l’esperienza personale.
You said:
Portrait work “L’oscurità, ma io ho una luce” by Loredana Denicola, featured in Il corpo solitario IV by Giorgio Bonomi, Rubettino Editore, exploring self-portrait and the body as a language of expression and resistance.
ChatGPT said:
Ecco la traduzione in italiano:
Lavoro fotografico “L’oscurità, ma io ho una luce” di Loredana Denicola, pubblicato in Il corpo solitario IV di Giorgio Bonomi, Rubettino Editore, che esplora l’autoritratto e il corpo come linguaggio di espressione e resistenza.
My work “L’oscurità, ma io ho una luce”, still in progress, has been published in Il corpo solitario IV by Giorgio Bonomi, edited by Rubettino.
The book, the fourth chapter of a long-term study on contemporary photographic self-portraiture, gathers research and testimonies on the body as a language of expression, care, and resistance.
I am happy that this research is part of such an important editorial project, alongside other artists who use art to tell and transform personal experiences. italiano
ChatGPT said:
Ecco la traduzione in italiano:
Pubblicazione: Il corpo solitario IV
Il mio lavoro “L’oscurità, ma io ho una luce”, ancora in corso, è stato pubblicato in Il corpo solitario IV di Giorgio Bonomi, edito da Rubettino.
Il libro, quarto capitolo di una lunga ricerca sull’autoritratto fotografico contemporaneo, raccoglie studi e testimonianze sul corpo come linguaggio di espressione, cura e resistenza.
Sono felice che questa ricerca faccia parte di un progetto editoriale così importante, insieme ad altri artisti che utilizzano l’arte per raccontare e trasformare l’esperienza personale.
You said:
Portrait work “L’oscurità, ma io ho una luce” by Loredana Denicola, featured in Il corpo solitario IV by Giorgio Bonomi, Rubettino Editore, exploring self-portrait and the body as a language of expression and resistance.
ChatGPT said:
Ecco la traduzione in italiano:
Lavoro fotografico “L’oscurità, ma io ho una luce” di Loredana Denicola, pubblicato in Il corpo solitario IV di Giorgio Bonomi, Rubettino Editore, che esplora l’autoritratto e il corpo come linguaggio di espressione e resistenza.
Photography Masterclass | Empathy and Intimacy in Portraiture | Pisa | With Loredana Denicola and Francesca Sand | La Pecora
Intensive Photography Masterclass | Il Circolo di Asciano (Pisa) | August 2-3, 2025
A two-day intensive workshop designed for amateur photographers, semi-professionals, and enthusiasts who want to explore portraiture as a relational, narrative, and creative practice.
An opportunity to reflect on what it means to photograph another human being and to find a personal language based on listening and observation.
WHAT WE WILL DO
During the workshop, we will work on three fundamental levels: relationship, technique, and storytelling.
Here are the key topics we will cover:
- The relationship with the subject
Building an empathetic dialogue before shooting, creating trust and participation.
- The right distance
Where to position ourselves in relation to the subject? Learning to read the body, respect timing, and find the balance between observation and involvement.
- Environmental portraiture
Location scouting and organizing the visual space to strengthen the story and create atmosphere.
- Staged Photography
How to build scenes with conscious direction, even when it seems improvised.
- Serial portraits
Developing coherent sequences to tell stories with multiple images, creating a narrative thread.
- Creative concept for a photoshoot
Defining intentionality: what do we want to tell? Why does this person interest us? What is our point of view?
- Intimate portrait
Using light, proximity, and context to create images that touch deep emotions. In-depth study of studio light applied to natural or hybrid light.
- Composition
Lines, colors, empty spaces, framing: how to use them to intensify the meaning of the portrait.
- Posing the subject
Not only positioning but also how to make the person feel comfortable, for an expressive and authentic pose.
- Group portrait
Managing multiple subjects, harmonizing dynamics, and maintaining a coherent narrative.
PRACTICAL NOTES
Bring a digital camera or smartphone with a good camera
Wear comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor movement
Optional: bring your own subject for the individual project
GOALS
To provide each participant with new awareness, practical tools, and creative stimuli to integrate into their photographic journey. During the masterclass, a personal project will be started, which can be further developed after the workshop. We will learn how to select images, write reflections, and design narrative sequences, laying the groundwork for future exhibitions or personal publications.
A portrait is an encounter.
And every encounter leaves a mark, even after the camera is turned off.
REGISTRATION
Cost: €210 (includes 2 days of training and lunch on the first day)
Early Bird: €190 for registrations and deposits by June 30, 2025
For info and registration:
A two-day intensive workshop designed for amateur photographers, semi-professionals, and enthusiasts who want to explore portraiture as a relational, narrative, and creative practice.
An opportunity to reflect on what it means to photograph another human being and to find a personal language based on listening and observation.
WHAT WE WILL DO
During the workshop, we will work on three fundamental levels: relationship, technique, and storytelling.
Here are the key topics we will cover:
- The relationship with the subject
Building an empathetic dialogue before shooting, creating trust and participation.
- The right distance
Where to position ourselves in relation to the subject? Learning to read the body, respect timing, and find the balance between observation and involvement.
- Environmental portraiture
Location scouting and organizing the visual space to strengthen the story and create atmosphere.
- Staged Photography
How to build scenes with conscious direction, even when it seems improvised.
- Serial portraits
Developing coherent sequences to tell stories with multiple images, creating a narrative thread.
- Creative concept for a photoshoot
Defining intentionality: what do we want to tell? Why does this person interest us? What is our point of view?
- Intimate portrait
Using light, proximity, and context to create images that touch deep emotions. In-depth study of studio light applied to natural or hybrid light.
- Composition
Lines, colors, empty spaces, framing: how to use them to intensify the meaning of the portrait.
- Posing the subject
Not only positioning but also how to make the person feel comfortable, for an expressive and authentic pose.
- Group portrait
Managing multiple subjects, harmonizing dynamics, and maintaining a coherent narrative.
PRACTICAL NOTES
Bring a digital camera or smartphone with a good camera
Wear comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor movement
Optional: bring your own subject for the individual project
GOALS
To provide each participant with new awareness, practical tools, and creative stimuli to integrate into their photographic journey. During the masterclass, a personal project will be started, which can be further developed after the workshop. We will learn how to select images, write reflections, and design narrative sequences, laying the groundwork for future exhibitions or personal publications.
A portrait is an encounter.
And every encounter leaves a mark, even after the camera is turned off.
REGISTRATION
Cost: €210 (includes 2 days of training and lunch on the first day)
Early Bird: €190 for registrations and deposits by June 30, 2025
For info and registration:
Frag-méntum - First Art Book by La Pecora Edizioni | photography, emotion & human fragility
Frag-méntum is the first photographic art publication by La Pecora Edizioni, an independent publishing house passionate about visual storytelling and emotional truth.
This edition book brings together photography by Alessandra Calò, Uta Genilke, Guillaume Delleuse, Loredana Denicola, and Francesca Sand, accompanied by a powerful essay by Carolina Zaccaro.
Graphically curated by Francesca Sand with cover concept by Loredana Denicola, Frag-méntum explores themes of transformation, vulnerability, and identity, inviting readers to reflect on what it means to be human beyond societal standards.
This debut aims to create a meaningful dialogue between photography and the inner self.
Technical Details:
Title: Frag-méntum
Independent Publisher: La Pecora Edizioni
Year: Nov 2024
Edition: Limited to 100 copies
Format: A4 (210 x 297 mm)
Pages: 52 (including cover)
Binding: Saddle stitch (metal staple)
Cover Paper: 300 gr Matte Coated
Interior Paper: 130 gr Matte Coated
Printing: Full Colour
Languages: Multilingual
Contributors Photographers:
Alessandra Calò, Uta Genilke, Guillaume Delleuse, Loredana Denicola, Francesca Sand
Essay: Carolina Zaccaro
Graphic Design: Francesca Sand
Cover Concept: Loredana Denicola
Interested in owning a copy? Email us to request one - only a few left!
This edition book brings together photography by Alessandra Calò, Uta Genilke, Guillaume Delleuse, Loredana Denicola, and Francesca Sand, accompanied by a powerful essay by Carolina Zaccaro.
Graphically curated by Francesca Sand with cover concept by Loredana Denicola, Frag-méntum explores themes of transformation, vulnerability, and identity, inviting readers to reflect on what it means to be human beyond societal standards.
This debut aims to create a meaningful dialogue between photography and the inner self.
Technical Details:
Title: Frag-méntum
Independent Publisher: La Pecora Edizioni
Year: Nov 2024
Edition: Limited to 100 copies
Format: A4 (210 x 297 mm)
Pages: 52 (including cover)
Binding: Saddle stitch (metal staple)
Cover Paper: 300 gr Matte Coated
Interior Paper: 130 gr Matte Coated
Printing: Full Colour
Languages: Multilingual
Contributors Photographers:
Alessandra Calò, Uta Genilke, Guillaume Delleuse, Loredana Denicola, Francesca Sand
Essay: Carolina Zaccaro
Graphic Design: Francesca Sand
Cover Concept: Loredana Denicola
Interested in owning a copy? Email us to request one - only a few left!
Photography workshop for women over 60: Empowerment, Wellbeing, and Self-Esteem
a project by Loredana Denicola
I had the privilege of working with a group of inspiring women over 60, creating a space where awareness, self-esteem, and wellbeing came together through the language of photography.
As part of the Esperienza Benessere program, I led a photography workshop for mature women, designed to help participants feel valued, seen, and free to express themselves - without fear of judgment.
Photography is more than a way to document memories. It’s a tool for personal rediscovery, for reconnecting with ourselves and with the world in a more mindful and compassionate way.
During the workshop, each woman used the ritual of "The Mirror" and her smartphone as a means to explore - and gently appreciate - different aspects of her body, identity, and presence.
By practicing self-observation without criticism, participants began to see themselves with new eyes, cultivating a more caring relationship with their self-image and boosting their self-esteem.
In this safe, creative setting, the act of taking photos became a form of self-care and a step toward personal fulfilment.
As we age, many experience social isolation, which can deeply impact both mental and physical health. Yet, photography has the power to create connection - not only with others, but also within ourselves.
Through simple yet powerful exercises, the women reconnected with their past, formed emotional links with their memories, and began to build a present-day image of themselves that felt conscious, strong, and whole.
By working in pairs and sharing their images, they chose how they wanted to be seen - and who they wanted to become today. In doing so, they created meaningful bonds and shared stories in empowering new ways.
Many women in later life may feel invisible, overlooked, or disconnected due to changes in physical appearance or a reduced social role. Photography can help reclaim that lost visibility - offering a space where identity, presence, and beauty can re-emerge on our own terms.
Armed with a camera or smartphone, we begin to notice the details that make up our daily lives: a soft light at sunset, a friend’s smile, a quiet moment in nature. This mindful observation helps us rediscover joy in small things and nurture a positive mindset.
In the workshop, photography was not only a creative outlet but also a mental exercise - training memory, attention, and reflection. Every image became an opportunity to keep the mind active and inspired.
Studies show that photography enhances cognitive function, supports emotional processing, and improves communication in therapeutic settings -especially among older adults.
Portrait photography, in particular, becomes a celebration of authenticity and life experience. It helps us see the beauty in age, in wrinkles, in the depth of a gaze that has witnessed so much.
Each photo can also become a practice of gratitude. A walk in the park. A dinner with friends. A shared glance. When we revisit these captured moments with awareness, we unlock a deep emotional richness - often leading to greater wellbeing and even helping to reduce anxiety and depression.
In conclusion, Photography is more than a creative activity. It’s a transformative tool that allows individuals - especially women - to see themselves and the world with fresh eyes.
It helps uncover hidden beauty, encourages reflection, boosts confidence, and supports both emotional and cognitive health.
This work is an invitation to slow down, observe, and rediscover purpose and presence - through the lens, and through life itself.
As part of the Esperienza Benessere program, I led a photography workshop for mature women, designed to help participants feel valued, seen, and free to express themselves - without fear of judgment.
Photography is more than a way to document memories. It’s a tool for personal rediscovery, for reconnecting with ourselves and with the world in a more mindful and compassionate way.
During the workshop, each woman used the ritual of "The Mirror" and her smartphone as a means to explore - and gently appreciate - different aspects of her body, identity, and presence.
By practicing self-observation without criticism, participants began to see themselves with new eyes, cultivating a more caring relationship with their self-image and boosting their self-esteem.
In this safe, creative setting, the act of taking photos became a form of self-care and a step toward personal fulfilment.
As we age, many experience social isolation, which can deeply impact both mental and physical health. Yet, photography has the power to create connection - not only with others, but also within ourselves.
Through simple yet powerful exercises, the women reconnected with their past, formed emotional links with their memories, and began to build a present-day image of themselves that felt conscious, strong, and whole.
By working in pairs and sharing their images, they chose how they wanted to be seen - and who they wanted to become today. In doing so, they created meaningful bonds and shared stories in empowering new ways.
Many women in later life may feel invisible, overlooked, or disconnected due to changes in physical appearance or a reduced social role. Photography can help reclaim that lost visibility - offering a space where identity, presence, and beauty can re-emerge on our own terms.
Armed with a camera or smartphone, we begin to notice the details that make up our daily lives: a soft light at sunset, a friend’s smile, a quiet moment in nature. This mindful observation helps us rediscover joy in small things and nurture a positive mindset.
In the workshop, photography was not only a creative outlet but also a mental exercise - training memory, attention, and reflection. Every image became an opportunity to keep the mind active and inspired.
Studies show that photography enhances cognitive function, supports emotional processing, and improves communication in therapeutic settings -especially among older adults.
Portrait photography, in particular, becomes a celebration of authenticity and life experience. It helps us see the beauty in age, in wrinkles, in the depth of a gaze that has witnessed so much.
Each photo can also become a practice of gratitude. A walk in the park. A dinner with friends. A shared glance. When we revisit these captured moments with awareness, we unlock a deep emotional richness - often leading to greater wellbeing and even helping to reduce anxiety and depression.
In conclusion, Photography is more than a creative activity. It’s a transformative tool that allows individuals - especially women - to see themselves and the world with fresh eyes.
It helps uncover hidden beauty, encourages reflection, boosts confidence, and supports both emotional and cognitive health.
This work is an invitation to slow down, observe, and rediscover purpose and presence - through the lens, and through life itself.
Judge selected for the Monochrome Awards 2024 | International Black and White Photography Contest
The Monochrome Photography Awards, with its ultimate goal of celebrating monochrome visions and discovering exceptional talent from around the globe, is one of the most prestigious and sought-after annual competitions in the world of both amateur and professional photography.
Until December 3rd, alongside my fellow photographers on the jury, I will be reviewing and selecting the winning photos submitted online, using a voting system that ranges from 1 to 5.
I’m honoured and grateful to be part of this experience for the second time. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn from other talented photographers.
Thank you, Monochrome Awards for this opportunity!
Until December 3rd, alongside my fellow photographers on the jury, I will be reviewing and selecting the winning photos submitted online, using a voting system that ranges from 1 to 5.
I’m honoured and grateful to be part of this experience for the second time. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn from other talented photographers.
Thank you, Monochrome Awards for this opportunity!
Publication of one of my pictures on Lusted Men | Collection of erotic pictures of men | 2024
One of my photographs has been selected by Lusted Men and published in a 700-page book that collects erotic photographs of men, curated over a span of five years. Lusted Men is a collection of erotic images of men, featuring work from both professional and amateur photographers, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. Partners, lovers, models, friends, and self-portraits unfold across these 700 pages, showcasing various ways of reconfiguring our emotional and erotic bonds in the 21st century.
These hundreds of images have been showcased in exhibitions, workshops, conferences, and performances, creating a living archive of men’s visions of eroticism that joyfully challenge gender representations and reaffirm the political dimension of our desires. The book is available on various online platforms or directly from the Lusted Men website.
These hundreds of images have been showcased in exhibitions, workshops, conferences, and performances, creating a living archive of men’s visions of eroticism that joyfully challenge gender representations and reaffirm the political dimension of our desires. The book is available on various online platforms or directly from the Lusted Men website.
Nexus | Baxton Gallery | La Maison de la Photographie Argentique | November 14 to January 5, 2025.
"NEXUS" arrives in Brussels for its fifth edition, a modular exhibition that adapts to our creative vision and the venues that host us.
After Paris in January, Venice this summer, and Dublin and Roubaix this fall, we are thrilled to bring the project to the Belgian capital.
The exhibition will be held at Studio Baxton - La Maison de la Photographie Argentique, a unique space that allows us to showcase not only our analog photographic work but also digital and plastic arts (engravings, sculptures, photographs). This stop marks the conclusion (or almost) of this wonderful project, running from November 14 to January 5, 2025.
Featuring the Action Hybride team:
Amélia Fouillen, Axelle Remeaud, Karo Polikar, Elisabette Zelaya, Fanny Gosse, Francesca Sand, Géraldine Villemain, Loredana Denicola, Louise A. Depaume, Maria Clark, Tamina Beausoleil, and Mila Nijinsky.
And collaborations with:
Sébastien Layral, D'Alessandro, and Vanda Spengler.
As with every stop in a new city, we invite a local artist. For this final edition, we are excited to collaborate with the talented Mat Van Assche!
For more information, visit our website - Action Hybride
— Studio Baxton - La Maison de la Photographie Argentique.
After Paris in January, Venice this summer, and Dublin and Roubaix this fall, we are thrilled to bring the project to the Belgian capital.
The exhibition will be held at Studio Baxton - La Maison de la Photographie Argentique, a unique space that allows us to showcase not only our analog photographic work but also digital and plastic arts (engravings, sculptures, photographs). This stop marks the conclusion (or almost) of this wonderful project, running from November 14 to January 5, 2025.
Featuring the Action Hybride team:
Amélia Fouillen, Axelle Remeaud, Karo Polikar, Elisabette Zelaya, Fanny Gosse, Francesca Sand, Géraldine Villemain, Loredana Denicola, Louise A. Depaume, Maria Clark, Tamina Beausoleil, and Mila Nijinsky.
And collaborations with:
Sébastien Layral, D'Alessandro, and Vanda Spengler.
As with every stop in a new city, we invite a local artist. For this final edition, we are excited to collaborate with the talented Mat Van Assche!
For more information, visit our website - Action Hybride
— Studio Baxton - La Maison de la Photographie Argentique.
Multidisciplinary Art Exhibition “Nexus” arrives in Roubaix – Presented by Action Hybride
After captivating audiences in Paris, Venice, and Dublin, the multidisciplinary and ever-evolving exhibition "Nexus" by the Action Hybride collective returns to France - landing in Roubaix at the inspiring space La plus petite galerie du monde (OU PRESQUE), curated by Luc Hossepied.
This new edition of Nexus brings together a vibrant fusion of contemporary art forms: photography, painting, sculpture, drawing, performance, text, and installation - all woven into a dynamic collective experience.
Featuring:
Special guest artist: Fanny Pentel
Guest collaborators: Vanda Spengler & Sébastien Layral D'Alessandro
The Action Hybride artists:
Fanny Gosse, Géraldine Villemain, Louise A. Depaume, Amélia Fouillen, Axelle Remeaud, Louise Dumont, Mila Nijinsky, Elisabette Zelaya, Loredana Denicola, Francesca Sand, Tamina Beausoleil, Maria Clark, and Caroline Polikar
Nexus explores the relationship between art, identity, and community, offering an immersive experience of experimentation and hybrid practices.
Whether you’re passionate about performance art, contemporary photography, or experimental installations, Nexus invites you to witness art in motion -evolving, collaborative, and deeply human.
Where: La plus petite galerie du monde (OU PRESQUE) – Roubaix, France
Opening: October 5, 2025
Free entry – Don’t miss it!
This new edition of Nexus brings together a vibrant fusion of contemporary art forms: photography, painting, sculpture, drawing, performance, text, and installation - all woven into a dynamic collective experience.
Featuring:
Special guest artist: Fanny Pentel
Guest collaborators: Vanda Spengler & Sébastien Layral D'Alessandro
The Action Hybride artists:
Fanny Gosse, Géraldine Villemain, Louise A. Depaume, Amélia Fouillen, Axelle Remeaud, Louise Dumont, Mila Nijinsky, Elisabette Zelaya, Loredana Denicola, Francesca Sand, Tamina Beausoleil, Maria Clark, and Caroline Polikar
Nexus explores the relationship between art, identity, and community, offering an immersive experience of experimentation and hybrid practices.
Whether you’re passionate about performance art, contemporary photography, or experimental installations, Nexus invites you to witness art in motion -evolving, collaborative, and deeply human.
Where: La plus petite galerie du monde (OU PRESQUE) – Roubaix, France
Opening: October 5, 2025
Free entry – Don’t miss it!
Nexus | Art Exhibition by Action Hybride | Roubaix, France | 5–27 October 2024
Nexus is a multidisciplinary art exhibition by the Action Hybride collective, featuring photography, painting, performance, sculpture, and installations. After Paris, Venice, and Dublin, the show lands in Roubaix at La plus petite galerie du monde (OU PRESQUE) from 5 to 27 October 2024.
An immersive, collaborative art experience.
An immersive, collaborative art experience.
NEXUS | Action Hybride Exhibition | GalleryX, Dublin | 12–28 September 2024
The traveling, collaborative exhibition NEXUS by the Action Hybride collective lands in Dublin this September, bringing together 13 artists and guest Dolorosa de la Cruz to explore the dynamic relationship between humans and their environments.
Through photography, drawing, painting, engraving, sculpture, installation, and performance, the exhibition becomes a modular and living system - each work linking to another, creating a prism of interconnected territories: physical, emotional, social, and ecological.
At the core of the exhibition is the 8th point of the Action Hybride Manifesto:
“Action Hybride considers the human body and condition in relation to its environments, both interior and exterior. Living in all its forms, a solidaristic network of multiple relationships and diverse territories, for a political ecology, artistic expression, and a collective social becoming.”
NEXUS engages with pressing contemporary themes: consumer society and ecological fragility, technology, memory, and trans-generational transmission, the visible and invisible imprints of the body. illness, death, intimacy, and the imprint of time.
The exhibition also challenges the boundaries between individual and collective creation. Several works emerge from collaborations, dialogues, and shared imaginations among the artists themselves, making the relationships within Action Hybride an essential part of the artistic language.
Together, these artists create a unified yet multifaceted voice - where diverse landscapes, from France to Ireland and beyond, are woven into an evolving, interconnected ecosystem of expression.
Artists: Francesca Sand, Louise A. Depaume, Géraldine Villemain, Louise Dumont, Fanny Gosse, Maria Clark, Loredana Denicola, Caroline Polikar, Axelle Remeaud, Mila Nijinsky, Tamina Beausoleil, Amélia Fouillen, Elisabette Zelaya.
Guest Artist: Dolorosa de la Cruz
Venue: GalleryX, 11 Hume Street, Dublin
Exhibition Dates: 12–28 September 2024
Opening Night: September 12
Through photography, drawing, painting, engraving, sculpture, installation, and performance, the exhibition becomes a modular and living system - each work linking to another, creating a prism of interconnected territories: physical, emotional, social, and ecological.
At the core of the exhibition is the 8th point of the Action Hybride Manifesto:
“Action Hybride considers the human body and condition in relation to its environments, both interior and exterior. Living in all its forms, a solidaristic network of multiple relationships and diverse territories, for a political ecology, artistic expression, and a collective social becoming.”
NEXUS engages with pressing contemporary themes: consumer society and ecological fragility, technology, memory, and trans-generational transmission, the visible and invisible imprints of the body. illness, death, intimacy, and the imprint of time.
The exhibition also challenges the boundaries between individual and collective creation. Several works emerge from collaborations, dialogues, and shared imaginations among the artists themselves, making the relationships within Action Hybride an essential part of the artistic language.
Together, these artists create a unified yet multifaceted voice - where diverse landscapes, from France to Ireland and beyond, are woven into an evolving, interconnected ecosystem of expression.
Artists: Francesca Sand, Louise A. Depaume, Géraldine Villemain, Louise Dumont, Fanny Gosse, Maria Clark, Loredana Denicola, Caroline Polikar, Axelle Remeaud, Mila Nijinsky, Tamina Beausoleil, Amélia Fouillen, Elisabette Zelaya.
Guest Artist: Dolorosa de la Cruz
Venue: GalleryX, 11 Hume Street, Dublin
Exhibition Dates: 12–28 September 2024
Opening Night: September 12
NEXUS | Art Exhibition by Action Hybride | Forte Marghera, Venice | 23–28 July 2024
NEXUS: Art Exhibition in Venice
Forte Marghera – Padiglione 32 – Officine Forte Marghera
From July 23 to July 28, 2024
Open daily from 4:00 PM
Opening: Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 7:30 PM
Venice, July 2024
The Action Hybride collective is pleased to announce its exhibition NEXUS, which will take place at Padiglione 32 of Officine Forte Marghera from July 23 to 28, 2024. The exhibition explores the theme of human and environmental connections and will open on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM.
It will be open to the public daily from 4:00 PM until closing.
NEXUS brings together the work of 13 artists from the Action Hybride collective: Francesca Sand, Louise A. Depaume, Géraldine Villemain, Fanny Gosse, Maria Clark, Loredana Denicola, Amélia Fouillen, Axelle Remeaud, Mila Nijinsky, Elisabette Zelaya, and Tamina Beausoleil. These artists engage deeply with one another’s work and shared themes, creating new collaborative proposals that highlight the complex relationships between humans and their environments.
For more information and updates, please visit the Fondazione Forte Marghera website:
Forte Marghera – Padiglione 32 – Officine Forte Marghera
From July 23 to July 28, 2024
Open daily from 4:00 PM
Opening: Tuesday, July 23, 2024, 7:30 PM
Venice, July 2024
The Action Hybride collective is pleased to announce its exhibition NEXUS, which will take place at Padiglione 32 of Officine Forte Marghera from July 23 to 28, 2024. The exhibition explores the theme of human and environmental connections and will open on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM.
It will be open to the public daily from 4:00 PM until closing.
NEXUS brings together the work of 13 artists from the Action Hybride collective: Francesca Sand, Louise A. Depaume, Géraldine Villemain, Fanny Gosse, Maria Clark, Loredana Denicola, Amélia Fouillen, Axelle Remeaud, Mila Nijinsky, Elisabette Zelaya, and Tamina Beausoleil. These artists engage deeply with one another’s work and shared themes, creating new collaborative proposals that highlight the complex relationships between humans and their environments.
For more information and updates, please visit the Fondazione Forte Marghera website:
Nexus | Art exhibition | Officine Forte Marghera | Venezia | 22-28 July 2024
Padiglione 32 – Officine Forte Marghera
July 23 to July 28, 2024, open daily from 4:00 PM
Opening: Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM
Action Hybride presents Nexus, an art exhibition exploring the complex network of connections between humanity and its environments. The event will take place at Officine Forte Marghera in Venice from July 23 to July 28, 2024.
NEXUS brings together the work of 14 artists from the collective, combining photography, painting, sculpture, installations, and performance.
Artists include: Maria Clark, Loredana Denicola, Louise A. Depaume, Louise Dumont, Fanny Gosse, Francesca Sand, Tamina Beausoleil, Amélia Fouillen, Mila Nijimsky, Carolina Polikar, Axelle Remeaud, Géraldine Villemain, Vanda Spengler, Elisabette Zelaya.
The guest artist is Elisabetta di Sopra.
The opening will be on Tuesday, July 23 at 7:30 PM, offering a chance to meet the artists, explore the works, and experience the atmosphere of the exhibition.
The heart of NEXUS is the eighth point of Action Hybride's Manifesto:
"Action Hybride considers the human body in connection with its environments, both internal and external, creating a network of relationships and territories, for a political, artistic, and social ecology common to all."
The exhibition tackles themes such as connections to consumer society, technology, nature, and death, while also exploring more intimate relationships and transgenerational transmission. NEXUS is an itinerant project that creates connections between the landscapes of each artist, both physical and psychological, offering multiple perspectives on our inner and outer worlds.
July 23 to July 28, 2024, open daily from 4:00 PM
Opening: Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 7:30 PM
Action Hybride presents Nexus, an art exhibition exploring the complex network of connections between humanity and its environments. The event will take place at Officine Forte Marghera in Venice from July 23 to July 28, 2024.
NEXUS brings together the work of 14 artists from the collective, combining photography, painting, sculpture, installations, and performance.
Artists include: Maria Clark, Loredana Denicola, Louise A. Depaume, Louise Dumont, Fanny Gosse, Francesca Sand, Tamina Beausoleil, Amélia Fouillen, Mila Nijimsky, Carolina Polikar, Axelle Remeaud, Géraldine Villemain, Vanda Spengler, Elisabette Zelaya.
The guest artist is Elisabetta di Sopra.
The opening will be on Tuesday, July 23 at 7:30 PM, offering a chance to meet the artists, explore the works, and experience the atmosphere of the exhibition.
The heart of NEXUS is the eighth point of Action Hybride's Manifesto:
"Action Hybride considers the human body in connection with its environments, both internal and external, creating a network of relationships and territories, for a political, artistic, and social ecology common to all."
The exhibition tackles themes such as connections to consumer society, technology, nature, and death, while also exploring more intimate relationships and transgenerational transmission. NEXUS is an itinerant project that creates connections between the landscapes of each artist, both physical and psychological, offering multiple perspectives on our inner and outer worlds.
Frag-méntum | First Publication by La Pecora | 2024
La Pecora is a newly established independent publishing house, a collective of photographers, and a creative lab passionate about visual and multimedia experimentation. Founded by Loredana Denicola and Francesca Sand, our mission is to produce publications, photography books, and zines that celebrate humanity in all its forms, embracing imperfection and beauty.
Both founders are Italian artists: Francesca lives in France, while Loredana, after years in London, has returned to Italy for personal reasons but continues to work internationally.
Our debut publication, Frag-méntum, marks the first official project by La Pecora. This book is graphically curated by Francesca Sand, with a cover concept designed by Loredana Denicola.
We invited artists who open windows into the world through their creations, offering readers a unique and immersive experience.
Frag-méntum features works by:
Alessandra Calò
Uta Genilke
Guillaume Delleuse
Loredana Denicola
Francesca Sand
With a thoughtful text by Carolina Zaccaro.
Stay connected and get updates:
Instagram: @_lapecora__
Facebook: La Pecora Edizioni
If you are interested in receiving a copy of Frag-méntum, please email us at:
Both founders are Italian artists: Francesca lives in France, while Loredana, after years in London, has returned to Italy for personal reasons but continues to work internationally.
Our debut publication, Frag-méntum, marks the first official project by La Pecora. This book is graphically curated by Francesca Sand, with a cover concept designed by Loredana Denicola.
We invited artists who open windows into the world through their creations, offering readers a unique and immersive experience.
Frag-méntum features works by:
Alessandra Calò
Uta Genilke
Guillaume Delleuse
Loredana Denicola
Francesca Sand
With a thoughtful text by Carolina Zaccaro.
Stay connected and get updates:
Instagram: @_lapecora__
Facebook: La Pecora Edizioni
If you are interested in receiving a copy of Frag-méntum, please email us at:
![Certificate of Participation awarded to [Your Name] for judging the Monochrome Photography Awards 2023.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1dbb08_b9cb7f9eb5e349b9a5c96ba9907a94cc~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1008,h_1005,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/1dbb08_b9cb7f9eb5e349b9a5c96ba9907a94cc~mv2.jpg)
Certificate of Participation – Monochrome Photography Awards 2023
I am grateful to Monochrome for selecting me as a judge for this extraordinary experience.
It was exhilarating to witness such diverse interpretations from photographers on a shared theme.
Viewing photography from new perspectives was one of the most meaningful experiences of my career, and I sincerely hope to have the opportunity to do it again soon.
I understand how challenging it is to remain objective in this context, but I evaluated every photograph with honesty and care.
I am extremely proud to have achieved this milestone and profoundly thankful to life and the Monochrome Photography Awards for allowing me to grow and test myself as a judge.
It was exhilarating to witness such diverse interpretations from photographers on a shared theme.
Viewing photography from new perspectives was one of the most meaningful experiences of my career, and I sincerely hope to have the opportunity to do it again soon.
I understand how challenging it is to remain objective in this context, but I evaluated every photograph with honesty and care.
I am extremely proud to have achieved this milestone and profoundly thankful to life and the Monochrome Photography Awards for allowing me to grow and test myself as a judge.
Certificate in Psychology of Art and Creative Autobiography | Artedo | Lecce
Over the past few years, driven by a desire to deepen my understanding of photography and its impact, I pursued an online Master’s program in Psychology of Art and Creative Autobiography offered by Artedo. Despite personal challenges that prevented me from attending in-person courses, this e-learning experience has enriched me.
This journey has opened my eyes to the power of empathy, emotional intelligence, and the role of art in exploring the human essence. As the course states, “art may know man even better than science.” Art allows us to express emotions, sensations, and meanings that often elude verbal language. It doesn’t merely reflect reality; it transforms it, offering fresh perspectives on our existence.
Using the "creative autobiographical method for emotional intelligence", I explored into my personal history. This method enabled me to give voice to my most intimate experiences, emotions, and desires - not just through text but also through photography, enhancing how I tell my story in a more personal and meaningful way. Every artistic work -whether photography, painting, or writing - carries hidden layers beyond surface narratives, revealing emotional worlds that invite viewers to explore new facets of themselves.
With these new skills in art psychology, artwork interpretation, and creative autobiography, I’m better equipped to apply this knowledge across various contexts, including photography as a therapeutic tool - a field I am passionate about and continue to explore. This approach to photography nurtures emotional wellbeing and personal growth for those involved.
I am grateful for this transformative learning experience.
This journey has opened my eyes to the power of empathy, emotional intelligence, and the role of art in exploring the human essence. As the course states, “art may know man even better than science.” Art allows us to express emotions, sensations, and meanings that often elude verbal language. It doesn’t merely reflect reality; it transforms it, offering fresh perspectives on our existence.
Using the "creative autobiographical method for emotional intelligence", I explored into my personal history. This method enabled me to give voice to my most intimate experiences, emotions, and desires - not just through text but also through photography, enhancing how I tell my story in a more personal and meaningful way. Every artistic work -whether photography, painting, or writing - carries hidden layers beyond surface narratives, revealing emotional worlds that invite viewers to explore new facets of themselves.
With these new skills in art psychology, artwork interpretation, and creative autobiography, I’m better equipped to apply this knowledge across various contexts, including photography as a therapeutic tool - a field I am passionate about and continue to explore. This approach to photography nurtures emotional wellbeing and personal growth for those involved.
I am grateful for this transformative learning experience.
Judge selected for Monochrome Awards 2023 | International Black and White Photography competition
I’m thrilled to be selected as a judge for the Monochrome Awards 2023, one of the world’s leading black and white photography competitions. This annual contest celebrates the art of monochrome photography and discovers outstanding photographic talent from both amateur and professional photographers worldwide.
From now until December 5th, I will join a panel of 13 expert judges to review and score thousands of online submissions using a detailed voting system. The judging process is unique in that photographers’ names are kept anonymous, allowing the focus to remain purely on the artistic strength and impact of each black and white photograph.
I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such an inspiring event and excited to help select the winners who represent the very best in monochrome photography.
Thank you, Monochrome Awards!
From now until December 5th, I will join a panel of 13 expert judges to review and score thousands of online submissions using a detailed voting system. The judging process is unique in that photographers’ names are kept anonymous, allowing the focus to remain purely on the artistic strength and impact of each black and white photograph.
I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such an inspiring event and excited to help select the winners who represent the very best in monochrome photography.
Thank you, Monochrome Awards!
Hapax#4 | Human | Art Fanzine by Action Hybride Collective (2023)
Discover Hapax#4 Human, the latest edition of the art fanzine created by the Action Hybride collective, a group of fifteen contemporary artists exploring themes around the human body and condition.
This 88-page publication (A4 closed, A3 open) features a mix of photographs, drawings, texts, and visual art on topics such as vulnerability, identity, transformation, nudity, skin, intimacy, and social issues.
Printed on premium 90g paper with a matte coated 200g cover, Hapax#4 combines black-and-white and colour images.
Unique to this edition, the removable pages double as A3 posters once detached from the signature red elastic band - perfect for art lovers and collectors.
This fanzine is a collective effort with contributions from artists including Louise Dumont, Francesca Sand, Axelle Remeaud, Vanda Spengler, Fanny Gosse, Maria Clark, Louise A. Depaume, Mila Nijinsky, Géraldine Villemain, Sébastien Layral, Tamina Beausoleil, Karo Polikar, Amélia Fouillen, Emma Terno, and Loredana Denicola (also the curator and designer of this issue).
Hapax#4 Human explores questions about what it means to be human, our relationship with other life forms, and our environmental responsibilities.
It invites readers to reflect on humanity’s evolving identity and our impact on the planet.
Contact the Action Hybride collective directly to order your copy or for more information:
This 88-page publication (A4 closed, A3 open) features a mix of photographs, drawings, texts, and visual art on topics such as vulnerability, identity, transformation, nudity, skin, intimacy, and social issues.
Printed on premium 90g paper with a matte coated 200g cover, Hapax#4 combines black-and-white and colour images.
Unique to this edition, the removable pages double as A3 posters once detached from the signature red elastic band - perfect for art lovers and collectors.
This fanzine is a collective effort with contributions from artists including Louise Dumont, Francesca Sand, Axelle Remeaud, Vanda Spengler, Fanny Gosse, Maria Clark, Louise A. Depaume, Mila Nijinsky, Géraldine Villemain, Sébastien Layral, Tamina Beausoleil, Karo Polikar, Amélia Fouillen, Emma Terno, and Loredana Denicola (also the curator and designer of this issue).
Hapax#4 Human explores questions about what it means to be human, our relationship with other life forms, and our environmental responsibilities.
It invites readers to reflect on humanity’s evolving identity and our impact on the planet.
Contact the Action Hybride collective directly to order your copy or for more information:
Judge for the 10th Annual Monochrome Awards 2024
I’m happy to share that I’ve been invited to be a judge for the 10th Annual Monochrome Awards, a well-known international black and white photography contest. Along with other professional photographers, I will review and select the best photos from around the world.
The Monochrome Awards is one of the top contests for both amateur and professional photographers.
I’m grateful for the chance to work with other judges and see amazing photography from many talented artists.
The judging will take place from November 13 to December 4, 2023. The winners will be announced online around January 7, 2024.
Thanks to the Monochrome Awards for this wonderful opportunity!
The Monochrome Awards is one of the top contests for both amateur and professional photographers.
I’m grateful for the chance to work with other judges and see amazing photography from many talented artists.
The judging will take place from November 13 to December 4, 2023. The winners will be announced online around January 7, 2024.
Thanks to the Monochrome Awards for this wonderful opportunity!
“Denicola: Photography is Psychology” | Article in La Gazzetta del Mezzogiorno di Taranto
Thank you, Alessandro Salvatore from Gazzetta del Mezzogiorno, for the great article about my photography.
The article talks about my solo exhibition, The Camera as a Mirror: Intimate Conversations with Others, the World, and Myself. The show opens tonight, June 9th, at 7 pm at the Il Castello photographic club, FIAF of Taranto.
The exhibition is curated by Raimondo Musolino and Pierluca Lubello.
The article talks about my solo exhibition, The Camera as a Mirror: Intimate Conversations with Others, the World, and Myself. The show opens tonight, June 9th, at 7 pm at the Il Castello photographic club, FIAF of Taranto.
The exhibition is curated by Raimondo Musolino and Pierluca Lubello.
Photography exhibition at 'Il Castello' photographic club | FIAF, Taranto, Italy
"The camera as a mirror: intimate conversations with others, the world, and oneself" is a photographic project by Loredana Denicola, based on three video-photography works she created in London.
Loredana approaches people with empathy, seeing the “other” and even the “stranger within herself” with understanding and kindness.
She uses her camera not just to take pictures, but as a way to build trust and connection between herself and her subjects.
She explains: “I respect people’s differences and want to understand strangers and even parts of myself that feel hidden or shameful. Talking and listening without fear helps break down prejudices. The ‘other’ becomes one of us. Listening to others helps me understand and accept myself better.”
Her photography is a way to heal and reflect on herself and others through intimate images, text, and video.
She shares control of the camera with the people she photographs, allowing them to express themselves freely.
By being open and vulnerable, she encourages others to do the same. The final photos show honest, real moments that sometimes surprise viewers. The camera acts like a mirror, reflecting both the subject and the photographer.
The exhibition shows portraits from three London projects: "I am your mirror," "love, sex, and relationships," and "The theatre of the mind."
Opening: Friday, June 9 at 6:30 PM
Free admission
Also open:
Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Everyone is welcome!
Loredana approaches people with empathy, seeing the “other” and even the “stranger within herself” with understanding and kindness.
She uses her camera not just to take pictures, but as a way to build trust and connection between herself and her subjects.
She explains: “I respect people’s differences and want to understand strangers and even parts of myself that feel hidden or shameful. Talking and listening without fear helps break down prejudices. The ‘other’ becomes one of us. Listening to others helps me understand and accept myself better.”
Her photography is a way to heal and reflect on herself and others through intimate images, text, and video.
She shares control of the camera with the people she photographs, allowing them to express themselves freely.
By being open and vulnerable, she encourages others to do the same. The final photos show honest, real moments that sometimes surprise viewers. The camera acts like a mirror, reflecting both the subject and the photographer.
The exhibition shows portraits from three London projects: "I am your mirror," "love, sex, and relationships," and "The theatre of the mind."
Opening: Friday, June 9 at 6:30 PM
Free admission
Also open:
Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Everyone is welcome!
Open edition black and white Fine Art Print | Analog Film Photography
This signed fine art print features a black and white photograph captured on Ilford 120mm film with a Mamiya II 6x7 camera.
Digitally scanned and printed on Canson Barita Prestige paper (21 x 29.7 cm), the print highlights rich blacks and crisp whites for exceptional image quality.
Available as an open edition, this piece accompanies the upcoming exhibition "The camera as a mirror" at Il Castello Photographic Circle, Taranto, June 9–11, 2024.
Digitally scanned and printed on Canson Barita Prestige paper (21 x 29.7 cm), the print highlights rich blacks and crisp whites for exceptional image quality.
Available as an open edition, this piece accompanies the upcoming exhibition "The camera as a mirror" at Il Castello Photographic Circle, Taranto, June 9–11, 2024.
Interview with Loredana Denicola on Documentary Photography and Healing | Aly's Visual Arts | F.I.G.A Foundation
love, sex, and relationships is a multidisciplinary project by Loredana Denicola, an Italian social and documentary photographer based in London.
The project includes photographs, videos, and writing collected through over 40 hours of interviews since 2019.
It explores emotional and psychological abuse - its impact and similarities to physical and sexual abuse - through a series of intimate conversations.
The project also features an unpublished book and aims to start a self-dialogue and raise awareness.
In this interview, Loredana talks about her work, her personal experiences, emotions, photography as therapy, and how she addresses psychological abuse. The discussion is both complex and insightful.
Interviewer: Selene Grandi
Read the full interview on:
The project includes photographs, videos, and writing collected through over 40 hours of interviews since 2019.
It explores emotional and psychological abuse - its impact and similarities to physical and sexual abuse - through a series of intimate conversations.
The project also features an unpublished book and aims to start a self-dialogue and raise awareness.
In this interview, Loredana talks about her work, her personal experiences, emotions, photography as therapy, and how she addresses psychological abuse. The discussion is both complex and insightful.
Interviewer: Selene Grandi
Read the full interview on:
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