HiddenBeauty

• Prize
  Bronze in Fine Art/Nudes
• Photographer
  Andrea Paolini Merlo
• Technical Info
  Photography Made In Photo Studio. Full Frame Canon Eos R5. F.8
• Photo Date
  22-01-2025

A quiet series exploring the essence of womanhood in its most natural state, celebrating the beauty of body and soul, vulnerability, and individuality. These portraits seek the soul behind the body, free from noise and expectation, a reflection shaped both by the model’s presence and by the way I perceive and feel it as an artist. The Series invites viewers to look beyond appearances and connect with the "authentic" spirit within each woman. APMerlo

Andrea Paolini Merlo, a dancer and choreographer at the Hungarian Opera, has dedicated over 25 years to the art of Ballet. His deep connection to dance extends into photography, where he captures its elegance, intensity, & emotion. His work highlights the interplay between motion & stillness, revealing physical grace, strength, and inner depth. He portrays dancers as living embodiments of art, expressing profound stories through movement. Beyond dance, he explores portrait & beauty photography, portraying individuality and authenticity with a refined sensitivity to light, form, and expression.