Photography is as a way of creative self-expression
I am a Street Photographer based in Rome. Photography has given me a creative outlet as well.
Before photography, I had no way to express myself creatively. I was born an artist, but had no skills to draw.
When I discovered photography, it opened up my world to seeing the world in a unique way, and feeling more connected with the world.
Street photography has become a way of life for me. It’s my preferred method of interacting with strangers.
Taking shots before they can put their social face on. A candid street photo might be the most honest look you can have at someone.
My shots are all natural and never posed. It’s about pulling different, unrelated aspects of a scene together to create a bold composition. Sometimes these compositions create interesting stories of their own. Sometimes its not immediately obvious what the photo is trying to say and only when you really look around the frame does it become clear. Other times its more obvious, such as relatable colours, shapes or characters. Above is a selection of some of my favourite street photography over the past few years.
Roma Street: Capturing the Eternal Now
The “Roma Street” photographic project is the dedicated endeavor of Daniele, a Roman street photographer committed to chronicling the dynamic human narrative unfolding against the monumental backdrop of the Eternal City. Street photography, for the author, is the highest form of creative self-expression, demanding patience and an acute understanding of the urban rhythm. The core philosophy centers on capturing the unique dialectic between Rome’s two-millennia history and the fleeting, candid moments of contemporary life. The goal is to elevate the mundane gesture to an epic statement, providing a lasting visual archive of the city’s evolving identity.
The project is structured through thematic series, reflecting Daniele’s versatile aesthetic choices. The “CITY STORIES B&W” collection strips away color to focus intensely on composition, light, and universal emotion, connecting the present with the past. Conversely, the “CITY STORIES COLOR” documents the specific atmosphere and modern palette of the Roman environment. A key series, “PEOPLE OF VATICAN CITY,” offers a focused socio-cultural inquiry into the human element surrounding this sacred space.
Technically, the author employs discreet equipment and relies exclusively on natural light, prioritizing authenticity over staged perfection. The integrity of the work lies in anticipating the decisive moment—the instant where geometry, light, and psychology align.
The long-term vision for “Roma Street” is to contribute a significant body of work to the contemporary canon of Italian photography, fostering broader understanding of urban existence. Daniele invites viewers to engage with these visual narratives, affirming the enduring power of the photograph to reveal the extraordinary within the ordinary.
