Hair is inextricably linked to our identity. For many. it becomes a form of self expression. For others, it is something to cherish or hide behind. It can be the perfect fashion accessory, or simply a quiet part of how we present ourselves to the world. Some days, it seems to complete a look; on others, it can be a reason to stay in bed. When we choose, hair can become the ultimate power statement, with the potential to reinvent how we’re seen. It reveals so much about us.

At the age of just fifteen, my Nonno became a hairdresser in Rome and worked throughout his life in both Italy and England, cutting, styling, living and breathing hair. My Aunty is also a hairdresser, and a fascination with hair has obviously passed down through the genes to myself as I am also besotted by both hair itself and the many stories that surround it.

Throughout this project, I explored the importance of hair through a series of medium format, studio photographs, as well as an accompanying film that explores seven people’s very different takes on hair, filmed across the U.K. This was such a rewarding and enriching project. I have learnt so much from so many inspiring people and my passion for hair has grown even stronger because of it.

All photos were taken on a Mamiya RB67 and the film was shot on a Canon 5D.