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Italian artist, photographer and videographer Riccardo Marchegiani is recognized for his creative approach to visual arts.
Riccardo Marchegiani is known for Mektoub, My Love: Canto Uno (2017), Mektoub, My Love: Intermezzo (2019) and Incanto (2021).
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Riccardo Marchegiani began dreaming of taking wildlife photographs at the age of 14 years. That was six years ago. His parents bought him a Nikon D200 and a few lenses to...
- What Is Your Favorite Subject to Photograph in Africa and Why?
- What Has Been Your Most Memorable African Wildlife Encounter So Far?
- What Motivates You to Get Outside to Photograph Nature?
- What Do You Find to Be The Most Challenging Situations as A Nature Photographer?
- What Professional Photographers Have Influenced Your Work?
- How Did You Learn About The Mkapa Awards and Nature’s Best Photography?
- Did You Know Your Winning Shot Was A Special Photo as Soon as It Was Captured?
- What Advice Would You Give to Aspiring Nature Photographers?
- Do You Feel That Photography Motivates Significant Interest in Conservation?
My favorite subjects are animals in their habitats because of the incredible landscapes and the wide variety of speciesyou find all across the African continent. The amazing sunsets and sunrises are short and intense and create an incredible atmosphere for photography.
I’ve seen many exciting wildlife scenes both above ground and underwater. One of the most memorable was when a pair of lions fought a large group of hyenas over an animal carcass in the Kenyan savanna. There was also a time when a seemingly infinite number of jackfishes surrounded me while I was scuba diving in Egypt’s Red Sea. But it was truly thr...
I am motivated by my desire to produce something beautiful to show others, to express my creativity, and to portray my vision of the world. I am excited when on the “hunt” to catch a special moment. Every morning spent sleeping is time wasted when I’m on a photo trip.
Sometimes the challenge is to just wait for hours; other times it is to wake up ridiculously early in the morning, and often one must walk for hours with your gear to reach remote places. Photographing outdoors requires a lot of dedication. You need to be ready at all times and adapt to circumstances that may arise. Also, when traveling to see natu...
There is not one single answer; many great artists have inspired me. Watching thousands of photos that win competitions, those published in photography books, or others displayed in museums educated me and changed how I conceive this art. One of my favorite nature photographers is Cristobal Serrano; he has always amazed me, and I find every publish...
I discovered Nature’s Best in 2017 when I first entered the world of photo contests as a youth. Nature’s Best Awards are one of the most renowned programs globally. They bring contests such as the Mkapa Awardswith a panel of impressive judges who are experts in their fields, a high level of competitors, and wonderful prizes.
Yes, I knew even before there was a photo to take that it was a special situation. I set up the frame beforehand, and I sat waiting for the scene I pictured in my mind to happen. With luck, the geladamonkey positioned itself where I had hoped, giving me the shot I wanted. I tried this approach several times and most didn’t work, but in the end, my ...
First, it is necessary to build your artistic aesthetic by learning from the masters: observe art by great photographers from the past and present in books, galleries, and on the web. Without a solid education in your pursuit, you would miss out on the basics and limit your ability to innovate and create something of your own. Without knowledge of ...
Yes, that is one of my photographic goals. Many people may be unaware of the exceptional beauty of our planet because, while living in a city or suburb, they aren’t used to noticing nature. Seeing the wonders that surround us could change the way they think about protecting the world’s treasures.
Riccardo Marchegiani is known for Mektoub, My Love: Canto Uno (2017), Mektoub, My Love: Intermezzo (2019) and Incanto (2021).
7,428 Followers, 2,729 Following, 144 Posts - Joy Of Light (@joyoflight_) on Instagram: "Fine art nature photography by Riccardo Marchegiani and Roberto Marchegiani"
The Grand Prize winner, Riccardo Marchegiani, from Italy received a cash prize of US$ 5,000 (KES 555,476) and a large Shona elephant sculpture for his photo “Gelada and Baby” shot in the Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia.
