When photographs become art, layered in deep moods, introspection, intrigue and sensuality, mastery can be identified. When one is deeply moved by images that are felt more than seen, where one can indulge all the senses and experience true synesthesia, that is the level of emotional complexity that Stefano Borghi brings to his interpretative photography. His intriguing personality and approach behind the lens are in striking contrast to the intensity of his work. Stefano brings a grounded, calm and surreal approach to his work, creating a close connection between himself and his subject, an essential way to produce evocative images.
His style of graphic imagery exposes his subjects with a sense of truth and realism, ultimately achieving a deep, yet natural, dialogue between the story and himself.
Combined with lucid lighting, dynamic angles, and deeply moving soundscapes, this connection creates engaging imagery for his audience. Stefano’s ability to capture a moment in time is beautifully haunting, yet touched with a mysterious, subtle passion. His artistry is truly moving and evolves continually, whether he captures moments of human connections, or the spectacular motion of nature and architecture.
He loves, loves, loves photography – do you (too)?
Stefano loves photographs layered in deep moods, introspection, intrigue and sensuality; that is the level of emotional complexity that he tries to bring to each and every photograph he takes. He brings a grounded, yet calm and reassuring approach to creating a close subject-photographer connection – one he considers essential to producing excellent photographs. His graphic imagery style exposes his subjects with a sense of truth and realism.
Although he really enjoys working with people, he is constantly working to move forward and adapt his vision to face the next new challenge, and has certainly earned his place as a profound performer in photographic art.
About me, myself and I :
Photography was a truly wonderful, happy accident for me, since I assume that the path from technology to travel to photography is not a common one. But ever since I got my hands on my first camera, I knew it was what I was meant to do. While I hope to leave behind a comprehensive and powerful body of work, ultimately, I measure my journey through the relationships formed with designers, clothing lines, agencies and models I meet along the way. In the end, it’s all about the journey- one that also includes traditional foundations: formal education in photography and video post-production. As Bruce Chatwin wrote, ‘exploring is a virtue, tourism is a deadly sin’.
My name is Stefano Borghi (AKA Steve Villages or, if you prefer, Steve Hamlets) a visual story teller, editor, web designer (here @motionminded.com) and a portrait, fashion, wedding photographer and video maker @ myitalianweddingphotos.com.
Based in Italy, I am a keen explorer of the world and a flexible traveler. I was blessed to grow up in Florence, constantly surrounded and inspired by the beauty of Tuscany’s cultural treasures, imaginative places and stunning landscapes. At the age of 14 I was given my first camera, and with it the desire to create images. Falling in love with the photographic poetry of the Russian director Andrej Arsen’evič Tarkovskij, I began spending most of my free time exploring Tuscany, in search of the magic locations evoked in his film Nostalghia, all while taking on my first editorial gigs. I left Tuscany and traveled endlessly across five continents, where I had the privilege to capturing diverse religious ceremonies, breathtaking landscapes, unique people and celebratory occasions. I spent years constantly experimenting and studying photography while traveling through Europe, Russia, Asia, Australia and America.
Today, I remain inspired to delve into photography and its multidisciplinary facets. I am passionate about clean, spontaneous images with little artificial enhancements.
I approach each event, festivity or ceremonial gathering with a personal touch, allowing me to express my creativity while capturing moments and preserving memories that will last a lifetime. Your event as a whole will be the absolute focus of my work. You, your guests, the spontaneous action, and the special mood of the day are what I strive to capture in a fresh, natural, and elegant way.
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As a web designer here are some of the web sites I made with love and affection:
>>> galleriailponte.com >>> dga.it >>> manteco.com >>> zonanonprofitartspace.it >>> maurostaccioli.org >>> alessandroromito.com >>> scuoladelcuoio.it >>> emilianoconte.com >>> duogazzana.com >>> maurizionannucci.it >>> tryme.it >>> moimultiple.com >>> gingerfirenze.com >>> bullointeriors.com >>> centrobufalini.it >>> alessandrobencini.com
>>> manetti.com >>> annamariacammilli.com >>> powersoft.com >>> lespiecesuniques.com >>> terrydavies.it >>> osterialaterrazza.com >>> bancaifigest.com >>> carlocarbone.it >>> myitalianweddingphotos.com
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