Valentina Bongiorno

Born and raised in Messina, I spent my childhood surrounded by the beauty of a city that has fueled my passion for art and photography since my early years.

Since I was little, I had an innate love for photography. I remember the days of the oratory, when, without a camera of my own, I asked to borrow someone else's, because deep down I felt that capturing the beauty of the world was my true calling.

In 2018, after completing my studies at the Ernesto Basile Art School with a specialization in graphic and pictorial disciplines, I decided to follow my heart and immerse myself completely in the world of photography. With the same passion and determination that I had as a child, I began to photograph the models of Messina, immortalizing their beauty and spontaneity.

My life took a magical turn when, after celebrating my eighteenth birthday with IDEAeventi, I met Andrea again by chance after a year. From that moment, I found a special place and a new family in which my passions could flourish. This meeting marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey, where I was lucky enough to be noticed and supported by those who believed in my potential. For this, I am eternally grateful.

To hone my skills, I attended a photography school and participated in numerous courses throughout Italy, specializing in various fields, from wedding photography to newborn sessions. Each experience contributed to my professional and personal growth. From 2023 to 2024, I had the opportunity to work in extraordinary places such as Rome, India, Naples and Scotland, thanks to photography. Each trip enriched my wealth of experiences and allowed me to explore new horizons. The future is full of potential and adventures, and I am curious to see what other adventures destiny has in store for me. My work is an act of love towards the art of capturing the moment and making it eternal. I firmly believe in our motto, “MAKE IT HAPPEN”, because every smile, every gesture, even if unexpected, contributes to creating precious and authentic memories. In photography, it is the unpredictable that makes each image unique and extraordinary, and I am in love with this magic.