Matteo Innocenti
MATTEO INNOCENTI: “Ego is always portraited as a very bad thing and one of the enemies of success but, if you are able to keep it under control, it's one of the most powerful things that could drive you.”
by Eric-René Penoy
Any plans for the future you would like to talk about ?: Why not? I am trying to make my side project (boxing photography) a good part of my business since so far it's just 10-15% but it's growing very fast since I've started traveling and I am now able to reach people worldwide. I love this kind of events since I need to be always ready to shoot reportage, portrait, and sports photography (even if I am not a sports photographer at all), it happens so fast and you need to be always ready to send pictures in a few minutes (even working in raw as I do), it's crazy but fun and I made a lot of good friends in the process.
Where do you come from? Give us details: I am a proud florentine guy, I've always lived in Tuscany and I think I am really lucky for that. Of course, I like to travel (who doesn't?) but it's always nice to come back home to such a beautiful area.
What move you in this adventure?: I have to be honest. My Ego.
Ego is always portraited as a very bad thing and one of the enemies of success but, if you are able to keep it under control, it's one of the most powerful things that could drive you.
It pushes me to do better and better, it won't allow me to relax, it's a constant force driving me to my goals.
Is it important to have the support of your loved ones, family, friends?: it is essential. I have 2 daughters so I rely on my family so much when I am working, also my wife and friends are very supportive and it gives me the freedom to do my job in the best way possible.
What are you the proudest of?: So far of being one of the 30 Rising Star of wedding photography 2019, like you my dear! Also having my works featured on the most important sports magazine in Italy (sports week) and on Men's Health was a very nice thing for me.
"For me, it's not about heart and soul, I think it's more about getting "naked" in front of the world”
Do you think that creativity involves putting your heart and soul into your work?: For me, it's not about heart and soul, I think it's more about getting "naked" in front of the world, being true to yourself, and the go-ahead for your own way.
What is creativity to you? Do you consider yourself to be creative? Why or why not?: It's showing the real you being able to communicate. I do not consider myself creative, I think I can do a great job but I won't ever be a creative artist. I just do not have that spark of genius!
If you had to start over, would you choose a different path in your career?: I would start sooner, a lot sooner. in my 20's.
If you only had 24 hours to live, how would you spend your day?: On a track driving a formula 1 car.
Who is the most creative person that you have ever known?: Silvia Galora.
How do you deal with creativity blocks?: I do other things and another kind of photography, it helps.
Who or what has been your greatest inspiration in life? Explain my mum and dad, a lot of effort to make life the better life possible.
What is your typical day like?: Kids, studio, kids, lunch, studio, kids.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
DOB :
LOCATION: ITALY
OCCUPATION: WEDDING AND SPORT PHOTOGRAPHER
Copyright : N/A
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WHERE TO FIND THE ARTIST?
INSTAGRAM:/matteo_innocenti_photography/
WEBSITE:https://www.mipstudiowedding.com/
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