Pizza Margherita Portrait is the name of this photograph: it's the most memorable, iconic, amazing food you can eat in Italy. And remember—in Italy, you can eat a lot of great food.
Have you ever been to Italy? If yes, you know what I’m writing about.
The traditional Pizza Margherita is not simple food. It is an experience you can enjoy with all five senses. It’s a beautiful piece of art to admire with your eyes, with the white of the mozzarella cheese, the red of the tomato and the green of basil leaves.
The aroma hits you first, creating amazing anticipation of the pleasure that will soon follow. There’s a physical sensation of cutting through the crispy crust when you get yourself a slice of this pizza. And the sounds and smells are unparalleled—but nothing compares to the taste.
This photograph gives you a message far beyond the visual pleasure
It almost gives you a taste of Italy. Imagine sitting in a traditional Italian Pizzeria, eating the most traditional food this amazing country has to offer.
I took this photograph in Naples; a place that represents the height of the Italian tradition of Pizzerias. I was in a unique situation, surrounded by screaming children, cats and Italian music playing loudly in the background. It was a great day!
Naples is the city where this food was created in 1889 when the excellent cook Raffaele Esposito made Pizza for the first time in honor of visiting Queen Margherita di Savoia. The name of the first, and most traditional, Pizza is Margherita for this reason. The green of the basil, the white of the mozzarella cheese and the red of the tomato will forever call to mind the colors of the Italian flag.
In this photograph, only natural light was used.
I prefer to use the unaltered setting, without adding external and artificial sources of light—it produces a better feeling of reality. This particular Pizza was just left on my table, still untouched, and I simply moved it in a favorable direction to catch all the natural light that was possible in that specific moment in time. I tried several compositions for this image, but the best is the one you are now looking at. The basil leaf close to the center focuses the eye of the spectator, drawing him or her into the photograph and inviting them to experience it.
Vibrant tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a single, perfectly placed leaf of basil take center stage. It was snapped in a rustic Italian pizzeria, the heart of where this traditional dish was born.
My inspiration for this Pizza Margherita Portrait was the simple yet powerful allure of Italian cuisine. This photograph is unique in the way that it captures the genuine essence and the modest beauty of a Pizza Margherita. The blend of textures, colors, and the play of light and shadow evoke a sense of warmth, comfort, and satiety. It’s a tribute to the magic of ordinary things and daily life- how something as simple as a pizza can bring immense joy.
The photograph was shot in natural daylight. The light diffused over the pizza, casting a warm glow and highlighting the texture of the ingredients, enhancing their vivid colors.
This photograph is perfect for connoisseurs of art and food alike, blending the aesthetics of fine photography with the mouthwatering appeal of a beloved dish.
It’s an exceptional piece of wall art, adding instant allure to your kitchen or dining space, and evoking the rustic charm of an Italian eatery. Owning this photograph sets you apart as someone with a discerning eye for the uncommon beauty in everyday life.
Adding fine art photography to your decor not only beautifies your surroundings but also adds a touch of your personality, making your space truly your own.
In short, this vibrant, tempting close-up of a Pizza Margherita is more than a photograph. It's a slice of life, a celebration of simple joys that reminds us of the beauty in everyday moments. Consider it an invitation to savor life, one slice at a time.
I believe this is one of the most adaptable photographs in my collection
I received quite a bit of favorable feedback from my customers. It’s probably the only image in the collection that has a true duality in it. It works superbly in interior design in the home, and it compliments a restaurant with a contemporary yet classy ambiance.
This image is intentionally simple. It has no artifacts and represents not only one of the most iconic Italian dishes, but the mindset and personality of a nation. Here you have the tradition, natural ingredients, healthy food, and visual excitement.
You can show this Pizza Margherita Portrait in several spaces, but of course the location that is most emotionally powerful is the kitchen or an area linked to food preparation. It gives your guests the impression that you are not only an expert at preparing food, but you have spontaneous creativity that goes into everything you create.
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If you love Italy and you love elegance—you’ve just found the perfect combination. It will be a treat for your eyes and enhance your living space. You deserve striking beauty in your home and you can be sure friends and family will notice.
Paolo Modena
My name is Paolo. I am a photographer. I consider myself fortunate to have grown up in Italy, surrounded by the art that is the envy of the world. I enjoy photography because it has caused me to fall in love with light, shade, and color. I see the world around me with fresh eyes every single day. And sometimes, when the mood is right, I just sit back and enjoy the moment without taking a photo.