Giorgio Codazzi is an Italian photographer and visual artist based in Rome. He is best known for his work in fashion, portraiture, and documentary photography.
Codazzi was born in Rome in 1975 and began his career as a photographer at the age of 18. He studied photography at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome, where he developed a passion for capturing the beauty of everyday life. After graduating, he worked as a freelance photographer for various magazines and newspapers, including Vogue Italia, Elle Italia, and La Repubblica.
In 2003, Codazzi began to focus on fashion photography and portraiture. His work has been featured in numerous publications such as Vogue Italia, Marie Claire Italia, GQ Italia, L'Uomo Vogue, Vanity Fair Italy, and many more. He has also collaborated with some of the world's leading fashion houses such as Gucci, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace and Armani.
In addition to his commercial work in fashion photography and portraiture, Codazzi has also produced several documentary projects that explore social issues such as immigration and poverty. His work has been exhibited internationally at galleries such as the Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Milan.
Codazzi's photographs have been widely praised for their ability to capture both beauty and emotion. His work is characterized by its use of light to create atmosphere and moods that evoke feelings of nostalgia or longing. He continues to be an influential figure in contemporary photography today.