Photographers Capturing Naples Through Fashion and Memory
Photographers are drawn to Naples for its distinctive cultural identity and aesthetic appeal. Eleonora d'Angelo, a former radiologist, examines female figures that merge the archetypes of decadent muses with the beauty of neorealism. At Paris Photo, Brett Lloyd unveiled his photobook "Napoli Napoli Napoli," a culmination of 12 years dedicated to the city, reflecting on themes of classicism and the sea's healing influence. Riccardo Maria Chiacchio, appointed by Zara as a style consultant for a beauty campaign in Naples, delves into autobiographical narratives in his work. Meanwhile, Carlo Rainone, a documentary photographer, gathers vernacular images showcasing Neapolitan devotion to Maradona, presenting his project at Cortona on The Move 2022. These artists underscore Naples as a vibrant multicultural center and a rich source for visual narratives.
Key facts
- Eleonora d'Angelo transitioned from radiologist to photographer, focusing on female figures blending decadent muse and neorealist beauty.
- Brett Lloyd's photobook 'Napoli Napoli Napoli' was presented at Paris Photo and is his most substantial collection of Naples-inspired photographs.
- Lloyd's book follows his 2014 debut 'Scugnizzi' and spans over 12 years of work.
- Riccardo Maria Chiacchio was chosen by Zara as a style consultant for a beauty campaign set in Naples.
- Chiacchio's project 'Chille ch'e' ncu olle a 'tte n'e' rroba toja' references a vernacular song by Neapolitan washerwomen.
- Carlo Rainone's project on 'Photo with Maradona' was presented at Cortona on The Move 2022.
- Rainone documents vernacular photographs from the 1980s and 1990s, scanning them at home and interviewing owners.
- The article features four photographers: Eleonora d'Angelo, Brett Lloyd, Riccardo Maria Chiacchio, and Carlo Rainone.
Entities
Artists
- Eleonora d'Angelo
- Brett Lloyd
- Riccardo Maria Chiacchio
- Carlo Rainone
- Francesco Lettieri
- Liberato
- Paolo Sorrentino
- Vivienne Westwood
- Luciano de Crescenzo
- Pino Daniele
- Maradona
- De Sica
- Rossellini
- Visconti
- Masaniello
Institutions
- Vogue Italia
- Zara
- Paris Photo
- Cortona on The Move
- Artribune
- Central Saint Martins
- IED Roma
Locations
- Naples
- Italy
- Milan
- New York
- London
- Campania