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 Etre is an Italian Photographer and digital artist whose creative works are a stunning blend of photography and figurative art. With her talent and artistic prowess, she has earned numerous accolades and won several national and international competitions, cementing her status as a true visionary in the field.

Francesca Etre Valori , known as Etre, is an Italian photographer and digital artist born in Rome in 1969. After graduating at the European Institute of Design (IED) and obtaining a degree from the University Maria Santissima Assunta (LUMSA), she specialized in portraiture and architectural scenarios (“interiors”) that often border on the surreal. Etre has a particular fondness for portraits, ambient portraits, where she strives to achieve perfection in beauty with meticulous precision. Her attention to detail captures the essence of her subjects, resulting in stunning and captivating images. She brings these spaces to life through her lens, emphasizing the interplay of light, color, and form to create a surreal and mesmerizing atmosphere.

Etre’s work originates from photography and remains profoundly influenced by it, with a continued passion for portraits and the human face. These subjects are often imbued with a dreamlike presence, unsettling beauty, and emotional depth. The faces are rendered in a style that bridges the painterly and photographic, characterized by penetrating eyes and an ethereal softness, creating an almost hypnotic effect. There is a delicate balance between realism and surrealism, occasionally infused with a retro charm, drawing the viewer into a moment of suspended tension that evokes both serenity and unease. The images, with their vibrant colors, portray men and women as both sensual and romantic, while also exuding an underlying sense of solitude.

Throughout her career, Etre has received recognition for her talent, winning numerous competitions and earning two certificates of honor. Her work has been showcased in prestigious exhibitions across the globe, including Paris, Iran, Dubai, Los Angeles, Washington, Miami, and New York.

Currently residing and working in Rome, Etre continues to push the boundaries of photography and digital art, captivating audiences with her unique vision and creative flair.

In 2023 she won the gold medal , illustrative portrait category, at the Word Photographic Cup (WPC), the only world competition open to professional photographers, and thus became part of the team that represents the national blue team in the world.

In 2024,  she entered the auction market and was featured on major national and international platforms. Following her auction, she officially received a market quotation.