Nature Magazine: US National Ignition Facility Laboratory
The target bay at the US National Ignition Facility in Livermore, California, holds a huge 130,000-kilogram spherical chamber (shown here) in which 192 laser beams converge on a small pellet of frozen isotopes with the aim of fusing their nuclei.
Just returned from an incredible experience at the US Ignition Facility in Livermore, CA, where I was commissioned by Nature magazine to capture a story about a groundbreaking nuclear fusion reaction that produced more energy than it consumed—a true milestone in science.
Annie Kritcher, a physicist at NIF, led the experimental campaign that finally achieved ignition.
I spent an entire day with a team of physicists and engineers, photographing the cutting-edge laboratories where these remarkable experiments unfold.
Physicists Omar Hurricane (left) and Richard Town (right) sit in the control room at NIF.
NIF’s laser beams converge on a target called a hohlraum, which is held in place by a pair of silicon arms. Suspended inside the hohlraum is a diamond-coated capsule holding a frozen pellet of hydrogen isotopes.
This fabrication facility at NIF is a ‘clean room’ where researchers prepare the target, including the hohlraum and the frozen pellet of hydrogen isotopes.
Commercial Observer Cover Shoot
It was an amazing day at April Housing in Downtown Los Angeles, where I had the pleasure of photographing Alice Carr and Perica Bell. Their company is dedicated to expanding affordable housing on a national scale. As they put it, "Re-syndication is the most effective method for preserving affordable housing."
Web:http://aprilhousing.com
Full Article: https://commercialobserver.com/2024/09/april-housing-alice-carr-perica-bell-affordable-blackstone/
Bill and Lewis Pullman for Emmy Magazine
We had a fantastic shoot for Emmy Magazine Emmys / Television Academy with the incredible father-son duo, Bill and Lewis Pullman.
Bill and Lewis Pullman for Emmy Magazine
Bill and Lewis Pullman, Father and son acting duo
Lewis Pullman, actor for Emmy Magazine. Lessons in Chemistry
Bill Pullman’s illustrious career includes iconic roles in films such as “Lost Highway” directed by David Lynch, “Spaceballs” directed by Mel Brooks, and “Independence Day” directed by Roland Emmerich. He is now starring in the new episodic film “Murdaugh Murders: The Movie,” @lifetimetv which tells the story of disgraced lawyer and convicted killer Alex Murdaugh.
Bill Pullman, actor for Emmy Magazine. Murdaugh Murders: The Movie
Lewis Pullman is currently starring in the Apple TV series “Lesson in Chemistry.” His impressive career includes roles in notable films such as “Top Gun: Maverick,” “Outer Range,” and “Bad Times at the El Royale.”
Photographing them together as a family was a delightful experience. Their unique family dynamic and charisma truly captivated everyone involved.
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Photo Editor for Emmy Magazine: Rose Cefalu
Art Director for Emmy Magazine: Richard Bleiweiss
Bill’s Grooming by @ninapaskowitz
Lewis’s Grooming by @nellichristine
Photo Assist @ilariagiorgiarossi
Elle Cafe' for Elle Magazine
Recently, I had the opportunity to collaborate with the renowned coffee brand, Elle Café, for a feature in US Elle Magazine.
Together with the fantastic Elle Cafè’s team ( http://elle-cafe.com ), we crafted a series of images that not only showcase the quality and character of Elle Café but also highlight its role in everyday moments.
I'm excited to share these photos that weave a narrative – a day in the life of a passionate coffee lovers.
Model https://www.instagram.com/bridgetsatterlee/
Styling https://www.instagram.com/gabrielatamayo__/
Hair by https://www.instagram.com/hairbyxa/
Robe by https://www.instagram.com/adaandedith/
Make up by https://www.instagram.com/thenicholeservin/
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Clothing by https://www.instagram.com/eduardolucerola/
Earring-Bracelet by https://www.instagram.com/luvaj/
James Burrows Director for Emmy Magazine
Latest article I shot for @televisionacad featuring iconic director James Burrows. He directed among the best American TV shows in the past few decades such as: Cheers, Friends, Will & Grace, Taxi, The Big Bang Theory, Frasier etc.
Gareth Emery's New Album Project: "Analog"
After almost ten years we are back in the desert with Gareth Emery and his team and a new cover photo shoot for his beautiful new record "Analog". I was so excited to hear back from him and listen to his new work.
“Analog” Album Cover - Gareth Emery
“Analog” Album Cover - Gareth Emery
We looked for the right location to set a story that represented the meaning of the record and the atmosphere we wanted. One of my wishes was to use a truly special location. "Four aces movie Ranch" in Palmdale CA in the Mojave desert.
The place is simply beautiful and together with Gareth and his team we created some images that represent the "mood" of the record.
A creative day spent in one of the most suggestive areas of California. It seems so far and abandoned but in reality just over an hour from Los Angeles.
Forbes Magazine Cover - Meet Kyle Wiens CEO of iFixit.com
Kyle Wiens is the CEO and co-founder of iFixit.com. Forbes Magazine, Japanese edition, hired me to photograph him for the magazine cover and to capture the story behind his company. iFixit is a California e-commerce corporation that sells repair parts and publishes free online repair guides for consumer electronics. I drove together with the magazine writer Makiko Lizuka and my assistant along the HWY101 to the company’s headquarters in San Luis Obispo CA and we discovered a company where vibe, energy and passion are the secret of its success. Kyle is brilliant, creative and such a nice guy. Thank you all for the fun day.
Read Article: https://forbesjapan.com/articles/detail/48321
Kyle Wiens CEO of iFixit.com for Forbes Magazine Japan
Redfin Blog and photographer's tips
As a Los Angeles photographer, I’ve been asked to participate to RedFin’s blog and share my thoughts about my favorite place to shoot in the city of Angels. I picked the place where colors and the great vibe are at their best: Plaza Olvera in Downtown Los Angeles. Check it out.
Before the shop opening - Plaza Olvera
Plaza Olvera on Sunday
Nature Magazine
Savannah Braden for Nature
My collaboration with Nature Magazine continues with an article about Savannah Braden from Apeel in Goleta California. I photographed Savannah at her company in Goleta CA.
For the full article please follow the link: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-021-02619-y
2021 Solaris Cup at the Yacht Club in Porto Rotondo - Sardinia, Italy.
Porto Rotondo Yacht Club. Sardinia - Italy
Solaris Cup 2021
With the beginning of summer, sometimes opportunities arise that lead you to cross the ocean and land in a smaller sea but with centuries of maritime history such as the Mediterranean.
The 2021 edition of the Solaris Cup in the small but prestigious Porto Rotondo Yacht Club was the scene of a beautiful event for a week: the Solaris Days.
My job as a lifestyle photographer was to capture the highlights and behind the scenes of the event and the daily activity of each crews preparing for the regatta.
The end was a big party and every crew went home with wonderful memories of this Solaris Cup.
On board a beautiful motor yacht (Solaris Power 48ft Lobster) I followed all the phases of the Solaris Cup, creating in the end the promo video for the 2021 edition plus an archive of photographs.
It was an unforgettable experience. Thanks to Solaris Yachts and Solaris Power for the opportunity.
See you next year !!!
2021 Solaris Cup in Porto Rotondo - Sardinia, Italy
Solaris boat crew
Nacero Lifestyle Photo Shoot surrounded by California nature
It has been an intense pre-production journey and a great team work with one of the top advertising agencies, Edenspiekermann_. The result is the new campaign for http://nacero.co shot in three different locations: the Mojave Desert with a fun group of talented models and a magnificent vintage Ford Bronco, Idyllwild in the Palm Spring Mountains with snow and the city of Altadena CA.
Thank you all the people who participated to this lifestyle photo shoot. Rose Cefalu, Linda Jessie Zirkus.. Paul Woods, Gerome Vizmanos and all the agency team.
Ford Bronco is the perfect car for Nacero lifestyle photo shoot in the Mojave Desert.
Lifestyle for Nacero, alternative fuel company in the Mojave Desert.
Idyllwild Family Lifestyle Shoot for Nacero
ICGEB Photo Shoot for Nature Magazine
It was a difficult and demanding year from all points of view. The pandemic has certainly almost canceled the photography jobs but we must go ahead and try to tell some interesting stories anyways, as much as we can. During my period spent in Italy, from July to November, Nature Magazine commissioned me to photograph a unique reality at the Trieste Research Area. Only a few tens of kilometers from my home town, in which I was temporarily. At the International Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (www.icgeb.org), researcher Federica Benvenuti and her team released her interview for publication in the “Where I work” editorial column of Nature .
In this story, Federica shares her passion for immunology and talks about her research on dendritic cells – which she calls sentinel cells because of their early role in the immune response.
With all the precautions of the moment, and with the minimum necessary equipment, we were able in a short time to take the photos that the magazine had asked us to take.
Photo Editor: Amelia Hennighausen
Clarice Aiello for Nature Magazine
During this pandemic I learned how important it is to keep everything and everyone safe. I was hired by Nature Magazine to shoot quantum engineer Clarice Aiello in Westwood CA. She is a laboratory leader of quantum biology at the UCLA University. I photographed her at her zen studio she created in her own house. A portrait is an intimate photograph but it’s important to create a sort of connection with the person I’m going to take the picture of. With Clarice this connection happened immediately since we both knew how safety was the priority during the shoot.
Rocco's Blog
Ciao! Welcome to my new blog which acts as a space to showcase my photography adventures around the world. I love to share my work with friends, family and you! You will find inspiration, new work and a piece of my soul. Please join my adventure! Con affetto, Rocco