Three stories worth telling of Peshmerga soldiers of Iraqi Kurdistan. Hoshyar is a brigadier general who lost two legs on two separate devices. From then he devoted his life to clear mines wherever he can find them, risking his own life every time. Seven public buildings are named after him, being him still alive. They consider him a hero. Salman is a young soldier who lost two legs, one arm, one eye and one ear on an ISIS explosive device few years ago during a military operation. "Only my soul is left", he says. Nasrin is a lieutenant colonel. Every member of her family works in the army.
I was born in Bergamo, Italy in 1975. I have worked as a hairstylist and make up artist since I was 17. In 2004, while on a trip to Asia, I discovered an interest in reportage photography. I have since travelled extensively pursuing my passion for photography and “telling stories worthy of being told.” My process is a blend of artistic expression and reportage, inspired by an openness to diverse cultures and traditions. Blending this openness with curiosity and artistic expression has allowed me to produce award winning photography.
