- Gaby Wagner, author of this publication photographed Venice's
overwhelming beauty throughout the lockdown in ItalyWhen news of the
coronavirus arrived, the lockdown came fast to Italy. The figures were
scary and the disaster bigger every day. But it also became a rare
opportunity to truly see and share this magical city that I love so
much. I photographed its overwhelming beauty, reflected in the liquid
mirror of the canals, the glorious vision of architectural perfection,
the colors enhanced by the incredible sun and deep blue sky we had every
day. At night, walking alone through the narrow streets hearing only the
sound of my footsteps in this overwhelming silence, was so mysterious
and out of another world. It has been a tremendous privilege to live in
the emptiness, free of human beings, with all this beauty around and all
to myself. It was the most incredible experience of my life and the
images and feelings will stay with me forever, hoping sincerely you will
have the impression you have been there with me. - Gaby WagnerText in
English & Italian