Marco Anelli was born in Rome in 1968. He started his career in 1986 as a photojournalist for motor racing sports. In 1995 he began what has become an aspect of his work: photographic projects that evolve slowly over long periods of time, developed through an extended engagement with his subject.
Marco Anelli lives and works in New York City.
Marco Anelli’s “Artist Studios New York” project offers a glimpse into the creative spaces of renowned contemporary artists, exploring the evolution of the artist’s studio in the digital age.
Marco Anelli’s “Portraits in the Presence of Marina Abramović” captures the profound human connection and emotional intensity of Abramović’s iconic performance, “The Artist is Present.” The photographs document the artist’s interactions with visitors, including celebrities and everyday people, offering a unique glimpse into this significant moment in contemporary art history.