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About Simona Tortolano
With a background in fashion, painting, and illustration, refined through the lens of documentary cinema, Simona Tortolano is an editorial wedding photographer and videographer based in Florence, Tuscany. She believes in the power of details, weaving them together to tell a story that is uniquely yours. Her approach blends elegance, emotion, and an acute focus on capturing candid moments that reflect the beauty of human connections. Available worldwide for a limited number of clients, Simona creates timeless, narrative-driven images that beautifully document each couple’s love story.
Behind The Brand
What draws you to wedding photography?
What draws me to wedding photography is the raw, authentic emotions and human connections that unfold naturally during such intimate moments. Weddings are filled with unique stories, and I’m passionate about capturing the beauty in the small, fleeting details that make each one special. It’s the combination of elegance, emotion, and personal narratives that inspires me, along with the opportunity to document a couple’s most meaningful day in a way that is timeless and deeply personal.
How would you describe your photography style?
Elegant, emotional, intimate, candid, spontaneous, narrative-driven, timeless, authentic, refined.
What inspires you creatively?
I’m creatively inspired by the stories found in people’s eyes, the depth and wisdom of ancient faces, and the history held in old places. The vintage aesthetic and wild, untamed landscapes evoke a sense of nostalgia and raw beauty, which deeply influences my work. These elements speak to me because they carry a timeless quality, full of soul and character, enriching every photograph I take.
What is it that makes an image magical?
It’s when the light, emotion, and composition come together effortlessly, and you can instantly sense that the image works.
What advice would you give couples when selecting their wedding photographer?
When selecting a wedding photographer, choose someone whose style resonates with you emotionally and aesthetically. Look for a photographer who captures moments authentically, not just poses. Meet them in person or via a call to ensure you feel comfortable, as their presence will be part of your day. Review full galleries, not just highlights, to see their consistency. Trust their creative process, and most importantly, select someone who understands and values your vision, ensuring they’ll tell your story in a way that feels personal and meaningful.
Your dream location to shoot a wedding?
Sicily and the Morocco Desert.
Editor’s Notes
Why we love her…
Under the expert eye of Simona, the unique magic of romance and atmosphere are transformed into feverish imagery that both moves and inspires. We love the way she draws your glance over candid connections and ethereal detail in each stunning act of artistry.
For the couple…
For the couple who want to savor the inimitable moments and nuanced beauty of their day with enduringly elegant visuals that are both nostalgic and strikingly modern.
