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10 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 71MOSTMAGAZINEMOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 71Gaetano Mansi: Gaetano MansiThe Visionary Lens of Italian Fashion and PortraitureIn the realm of fashion and portrait photography, few names evoke the artistry and storytelling prowess of Gaetano Mansi. Born on July 20, 1956, in Italy, Mansi%u2019s illustrious career spans decades, during which he has cemented his place as a master of the lens, capturing moments that blend elegance, emotion, and an unmistakable dynamism.The Early Years: Crafting a VisionGaetano Mansi%u2019s journey began in Salerno, where he honed his craft as an assistant at Studio Segno, a prominent advertising agency founded by Pino Grimaldi. His early ventures leaned heavily into reportage, a genre that would lay the groundwork for his distinctive approach to storytelling through photography. His co-authorship of Missus est Angelus, a photographic essay on John Paul II, and his avant-garde theater collaborations showcased his penchant for capturing the extraordinary in everyday moments.In 1978, Mansi%u2019s participation in the %u201cAutodocumentazione%u201d exhibition solidified his place in the Italian photographic landscape. Earning a degree in Art History, with a focus on fashion photography, he expanded his expertise by engaging in workshops at %u201cVenezia 79 la fotografia,%u201d under UNESCO%u2019s auspices.