In my opinion, it is important for creatives to experience and examine the work and art that has come before us. Everyone has work or photographers they aspire to, but who inspired them? The process and experience of unraveling this trail can lead to rapid artistic growth in my opinion, and the best part is coming across a photographer you never knew existed. 

Gina Lollobrigida, born in 1927, was an Italian model, successful actress in the 50s and 60s, and became a talented photojournalist in the 70s. Lollobrigida even photographed quite a few notable figures and celebrities, including gaining access and an exclusive interview with Fidel Castro.