Honorable Mention / 2023 / Portraiture / Culture

Asaro man

Asaro or commonly known as "mud men" originate from the eastern highlands of Papua New. According to legend, their mud masks are part of their ritual to prevent war by addressing the spirits in order to frighten their enemies. That's why masks made of special clay are designed to look like terrifying monsters from other worlds. The Mud Masks are among the most evocative and ancient tribes of this island

Born in Turin in 1965, photographer since the age of 8, when I received my first camera as a gift (which I still own).
Animals have been part of my life, professional and otherwise, for over 30 years and photographing them has been an absolutely natural journey. Only later did my love for travel lead me to discover the passion for documentary and reportage photography. Photographer to tell stories, for an aesthetic and emotional research; the constant search for light, color, the moment but above all the interaction with the people I meet gives me a great boost for sharing .

Awards Many satisfactions have come from publications in sector magazines (Oasis, Photo Professional, National Geographic Italia) and from participation with good results in National and International Competitions (Oasis Photo Contest, National Geographic, Travel Photography of the Year, IPA).
I exhibited my works in Turin, Reggio Emilia, Tortona and Piobesi Torinese, as well as at the prestigious Festival of Ethical Photography in Lodi.