A violet crown of slender petals rises on a stem covered in spines, and at its center, nestled among the filaments, a bee is absorbed in the act of pollination.
The flower is a thistle, rugged and magnificent, yet the scene feels regal: the radial lines of the petals form an almost architectural structure, while the light gently touches the contrasts and the violet hums against the dark green background. Every detail, from the insect’s tiny hairs to the flower’s spiky threads, becomes texture.
The 300mm macro lens compresses depth, isolates subjects, and reveals hidden geometries that emerge at second glance, transforming a natural gesture into a visual icon.
An ordinary moment, made absolute.
Born in Milan on November 28, 1977, I’ve been living in Bormio for many years, where I work as a ski instructor and draw endless inspiration from the surrounding mountains and nature.
Photography, to me, is not just about representation, it’s about interpretation.
Many of my..
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