Fine Art Portraits in Italy | Heidi Back

Following the Light

In the fall of 2025, I traveled to Southern Italy to join a photography workshop with Damien Lovegrove, a week fully dedicated to creating beauty.

The locations, historic Masserias and abandoned, timeworn farmhouses, were carefully chosen for their character, light, and atmosphere. But even in an inspiring setting, images do not simply appear. As photographers, we create the conditions and shape the energy that bring an image to life - a process that never stops thrilling me.

Trips like this remind me why I love photography so much: wonderful people, unforgettable places, and the shared joy of creating something meaningful together. And, last but not least — the food. It’s Italy, after all.

Below are a few behind-the-scenes impressions from the adventure.

Behind the scenes