Cakestare by Fall 2006 Hot Shot Joe Fornabaio

Joe Fornabaio
Currently residing in Staten Island, NY

website: http://www.joefornabaio.com

Work Statement
My current focus is on my family but not just my parents, brothers and sister but also aunts, uncles, cousins and their kids. I grew up literally and emotionally very close to them so they’re more than just an extended family. I enjoy the holidays and personal occasions that allow me to just be with them, and the pictures from these occasions are really an extension of the happiness of their gathering. On any occasion I’m there in celebration with them but they’ve become comfortable with my camera by my side so I get to shoot the things that I find interesting about them without drawing a glance. And what do I find interesting about them? Everything. I know, I know…cliche, but it’s true. The kids are an endless source of entertainment and the adults make for and endless display of manners. There’s no deep meaning to my work, I just enjoy the time I spend with them and I’m drawn to their little habits and quirks that make them beautiful. And as a result, I’ve started to explore this with other projects.

Bio
Born and raised in Brooklyn,NY. Was introduced to photography by my high school arts teacher which led me to a BFA in Photography at The School of Visual Arts. Assisted editorial and commercial/advertising photographers for a bunch of years and now I’m pursuing my own career in editorial and commercial/advertising photography.

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