Matilde’s Beauty to My Eyes, Part 2
Welcome, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Welcome to the second and final part of my experimental photoshoot with the beautiful model Matilde Fantini, taken at Showroom Orodi in Limbiate (MB).
Filtering the backlit Matilde 1; ph: Francesco Coppola
As a reminder, the first part of this project has been selected for publication in the next issue of the New York magazine Socks and Pizza. Here, you’ll find more results from my experiments with vintage techniques—techniques I personally love, though I’m unsure how the public will receive them.
Filtering the backlit Matilde 2; ph: Francesco Coppola
With three international publications and one in my home country, I cannot say I am satisfied—after all, when is an artist ever truly satisfied? That said, I already have plans in motion to submit my work to more international magazines that welcome artistic nude photography.
Filtering the backlit Matilde 3; ph: Francesco Coppola
I don’t take publication for granted, but I have a good feeling about a few Western magazines where I believe my work has strong chances of being featured.
In camera controller movment on the backlit Matilde 1; ph: Francesco Coppola
Why am I telling you this? Because I want to introduce you to a simple yet important concept. This week might just be the perfect moment to launch my first sales campaign for my art nude prints. They will be limited editions, printed in high quality, available for a short time (a maximum of three weeks), and at a price lower than you will ever see again.
In camera controller movment on the backlit Matilde 2; ph: Francesco Coppola
You see, with every international recognition I receive, I will increase my prices. Not just for the sake of it, but because every publication, every exhibition, and every future participation in fine art photography fairs (from Europe to the USA) raises the value of my work. And should a major gallery in London or New York ever represent my experimental photography, the print you purchase today—no matter how expensive it may seem now—will only grow in value over time.
Some reflexes in free lensing movment with backlit Matilde; ph: Francesco Coppola
So when my first collection is released on my Atelier page, and you find yourself thinking, "Isn’t this too expensive?", understand this: you are either a collector or you are not. My art is not for bargain hunters or late payers. This is not that kind of business.
If you're still reading and eager to know where and when to purchase my artistic prints—without fear of their price—then I invite you to subscribe to my Machina mailing list. There, you’ll be the first to receive updates on special events in my artistic journey: publications, public talks, new podcast episodes, the launch of my YouTube channel, and, when the time is right, my participation in major fine art photography fairs.
So, get ready—because very soon, the show begins!
Are you excited? I am!
Stay safe, stay inspired!