In this episode of the Have You Seen? series, Carrie Scott chats with Violeta Sofia, a Violeta Sofia is an award winning artist, photographer and activist. As a fine artist and portrait photographer, Violeta has made significant strides in the art world. Her work has been exhibited at prestigious institutions such as the National Portrait Gallery and Christie's, showcasing her ability to blend creativity with a powerful narrative. Additionally, she has graced the covers of renowned publications like Elle Italia, Deadline Hollywood, and The Telegraph, cementing her status as a prominent figure in the industry.

Today, Violeta's work transcends mere portraiture; it serves as a powerful tool for storytelling and self-expression. Through her lens, she seeks to bridge divides and celebrate the beauty of human diversity. Whether she's capturing the vulnerability of a celebrity or the authenticity in her fine art photography, Violeta Sofia continues to inspire and challenge perceptions through her art and activism.

From Carrie:

"Have you seen Violeta Sofia's work? This is not just your ordinary fashion photographer or portrait photographer or celebrity photographer. Sure, that's something that she does. But her personal work, her fine art, my god, it's amazing. She incorporates natural elements like leaves and flowers into her art and she blends all these with much media, mixed media, and the result is this like rich tactile composition that really celebrates natural beauty, complexity. She is really telling a story about self and wanting to be seen. I think this photographer is so engaging and we're in for something super special."

Explore Violeta's work: https://www.violetasofia.com/

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