Luciano Duse
Artist's Statement
"Once I choose a subject to photograph, I commit myself to go beyond simply recording an image...I want to reflect its soul. The brilliance and saturation of the colors in my photographs are the result of choosing the subject in the most ideal light. The type of film, lens choice, exposure and composition are absolutely critical. Ultimately and without any computer enhancement or adulteration, the beauty and essence of my subject is captured on film...the soul is seen. I was born and raised in Venice, Italy and my interest in photography started when I was a teenager. Now, 40 years later, the European scene and its magnificence has again peaked my creative interest. I have completed photographic expeditions to the Czech Republic, Portugal, France and Italy, as well as Cuba, Mexico, Morocco and England. Additional expeditions to other countries are now being planned. Endless hours waiting for the right conditions and an undeniable quest to capture the perfect image continue to be my hallmark. My photography, often times thought to be painting, will be my legacy." "I use a medium format Hasselblad camera and lenses from 30mm to 280mm. I use Kodak and Agfa negative film. I print on Fuji archival paper for a lasting finish. The limited edition photographs are mounted and matted with acid free materials."
Copyright © Luciano Duse, 2002. All images appearing in this web site are the exclusive property of Luciano Duse and are protected under United States and International copyright laws. The images may not be reproduced in any form, may not be copied, transmitted, or manipulated without the written permission of Luciano Duse. Use of any images as the basis for another photographic concept or illustration is a violation of copyright laws. No images are within the public domain.
Luciano Duse moved to America in 1965, and established his studio and gallery in Petoskey's Gaslight district. He is well known throughout the United States for his international landscapes and environmental photography. Winner of numerous awards throughout the country, Duse's work is enjoyed by a variety of personal and public collectors including Steelcase, Inc., and General Motors. Recently National Geographic selected his images for publication.