Sardinian Women


  • Photographer
    Marina Spironetti
  • Prize
    Honorable Mention
  • Date of Photograph
    Feb 2017
  • Technical Info
    Nikon D3s

This project focuses on the traditions in the inland villages of Sardinia, with special attention to the area of Barbagia. Sardinia's history is a very peculiar one. The island has been invaded many times since Roman times but never fully conquered. Its people haven’t bowed to pressure from other conquerors, thus managing to stay uniquely Sardinian. Their unique heritage is still shown in their traditional costumes, which are still worn on special occasions throughout the year. Tapping into my Sardinian heritage, I spent several months in Barbagia, wanting to create images from the perspective of the active observer, aiming for an “insider” angle. These portraits of women in traditional attire were taken on various occasions. Because of my documentary background, I have always wanted to put them in context - this is why I decided to photograph them in an environment that felt familiar to them rather than in a studio.

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