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Gioele Vettraino's Actor Portraits on View at Soho House Rome

exhibition · 2026-04-27

Starting March 28, 2023, Soho House in Rome showcases an exhibition featuring portraits by the Roman photographer Gioele Vettraino, along with fine art prints. The display includes 32 portraits organized into a two-part setup: a 6x3 meter mosaic made of 20x20 cm images that encompass all his works, and vertical columns of portraiture. Vettraino, recognized for his cinematic style and portrait photography, has portrayed many talents from Italian cinema, such as Isabella Ferrari, Alessandro Haber, and Sarah Felberbaum. He draws inspiration from Caravaggio's chiaroscuro, utilizing natural light to reveal the spontaneity of his subjects. Additionally, Vettraino serves as a set photographer, aiding in film marketing and communication. The exhibition embodies his belief in capturing intimate moments through carefully crafted images.

Key facts

  • Exhibition runs from March 28, 2023
  • Venue: Soho House, Rome
  • 32 portraits plus fine art prints on display
  • Installation includes a 6x3 meter mosaic of 20x20 cm photos
  • Vettraino cites Caravaggio as influence
  • Uses natural light in portrait photography
  • Works as set photographer for films
  • Subjects include Isabella Ferrari, Alessandro Haber, Sarah Felberbaum, Barbara Chichiarelli, Valentina Bellè, Vanessa Scalera, Marianna Fontana, Massimiliano Caiazzo, Federico Cesari, Maria Chiara Giannetta, Giordana Marengo

Entities

Artists

  • Gioele Vettraino
  • Isabella Ferrari
  • Alessandro Haber
  • Sarah Felberbaum
  • Barbara Chichiarelli
  • Valentina Bellè
  • Vanessa Scalera
  • Marianna Fontana
  • Massimiliano Caiazzo
  • Federico Cesari
  • Maria Chiara Giannetta
  • Giordana Marengo
  • Caravaggio
  • Helmut Newton
  • Margherita Bordino

Institutions

  • Soho House
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Rome
  • Italy

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