They say that “the devil is in the details”, which takes on different meaning applied to the crisp, compelling photography of Luca Rossato. Some of his portraits evoke religious overtones by the props used, like the bare-breasted woman duck-taped to a cross in mock crucifixion. Many other photos are subtle but graphic metaphors for life and death, sometimes grim and foreboding, like the couple kissing with plastic bags over their heads. Love is suffocating?
His images transcend the conventional but go farther. Most of the photographers featured in this series thus far capture a moment. Luca creates one. If you spend time really looking, each piece of art conveys a story, subject to the viewer’s interpretation. There is formidable expression, emphasized by how he uses light and shadows.
Today’s selection, self-titled “Biancaneve”, or Snow White, captures his style—shattering sacred conceptions. Luca shot our Day taker on June 3, 2013, using Canon EOS 6D and EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens, which is an excellent prime for portraits. Vitals: f/2, ISO 1600, 1/640 sec, 50mm. Living in Legnano, Italy, Luca joined Flickr in January 2008. His website portfolio is better showcase of his art.
Photo Credit: Luca Rossato