”Alte Vie” is a black and white landscape photography project focused on the central Italian Apennines in the region of Abruzzo, specifically in the mountain areas of the Maiella National Park, Abruzzo National Park, Gran Sasso National Park, and Sirente-Velino Regional Park. The name “Alte Vie,” which means “high altitude ways,” reflects the theme of the project, which centers on the relationship between humans and the mountains of the past in these wilderness areas. These areas are rich in tradition, superstition, legend, and history.
The project is distinguished by its use of film, specifically medium format and large format, for all aspects of production, from shooting to printing. This decision was motivated by a desire to achieve the aesthetic of film in black and white landscape photography and a belief in the value of the craftsmanship involved in the process from field to darkroom in black and white photography.
