Interview: Photographer Marina Pi (Italy)

Can you tell us a little about you?

I’m italian and live in the south of Italy, in Puglia, a very nice region which attracts tourists from all over the world. I have many interests, I love sea, reading and travelling, as well as obviously photography.

How and when did you get into photography? My passion for photography was born about four years ago, I started with landscape photography, especially night photography , which I still continue to practice. But I love challenges, I like to have new experience, so about a year ago I started taking portrait photography.

What does photography mean to you?

Photography is very important for me, because I have found something I really like, when I shoot I feel good, relaxed, but above all I can express myself in my photos.

Please briefly describe your photography style for our readers.

I could define my style “delicate”, I really like capturing the aspects of femininity in a very elegant way, my greatest satisfaction is that women love my photos because they love the image I give.

Where do you get inspiration from? I get inspiration especially from masters of photography, but sometimes from paintings, cinema, or I let go my fantasy.

Do you think in advance what you want in the picture?

I don’t always think in advance what I want … sometimes the idea comes to me on the spot, is suggested by situation, mood, fantasy ..

Studio, on location or both?

I like both, studio and location, I like looking for new and special places At the moment

Would you consider yourself a hobbyist or a paid professional?

I am a hobbyist, but I don’t exclude the possibility of becoming a professional photographer in the future.

What has been your most memorable session and why?

My memorable session has been my first studio portrait session, it was a project for breast cancer prevention, I cared a lot and it was a very touching experience.

Nikon or Canon? Favorite lens?

I have a Nikon camera, D750, and my favorite lens for portrait is Nikon 85 mm 1.8 but sometimes I use Tamron 70 200 too.

What is one piece of advice you would like to offer a new photographer looking to start their own business?

I can’t give business advice as I’m not a professional photographer, but what I can say from my personal experience is “it’s never too late to do something you love and to realize yourself”.

What do you think of our new magazine?

I really like this magazine, I think it’s very interesting and well done, it’s important to give the opportunity to make yourself known, I love it.

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