Moderated by Constanza Cavalli Etro, founder and director of the Fashion Film Festival Milano and the Latin American Fashion Awards, this panel examines the intersection of fashion and identity within the vibrant cultural context of Latin America. Cavalli Etro’s work highlights the power of visual storytelling to celebrate diversity and redefine traditional narratives in the fashion world.
Featuring artists from Latin America Panorama, the panel includes Rafael Paiva, Viridiana, Patricia Reyes, Thais Vandanezi, Karla Read, Andres Altamirano, Gabriel Gomez, and Diego Bendezu. In The Story Behind the Image, each artist will present their work, offering insights into their creative processes and the stories that shape their art.
The discussion will explore how these photographers use fashion as a powerful lens to express cultural identity, heritage, and transformation. From celebrating traditional aesthetics to addressing contemporary issues of representation, their work reflects the unique perspectives and dynamism of Latin America. Guided by Cavalli Etro’s expertise, this conversation will illuminate how fashion photography becomes a medium for storytelling and a catalyst for cultural connection and change.