Amalfitana- A photographic series by Jane Fitzgerald

“Infrared photography brings a vintage twist to the timeless beauty of the

Amalfi Coast."

This photographic series captures the timeless beauty of the Amalfi Coast,

Italy, through the lens of infrared photography. Using this unique medium, I

reimagine familiar summer scenes—beach umbrellas, sun-drenched waters,

and sweeping coastal landscapes—imbuing them with a warm, red-toned

light that transforms the essence of the region into something both

nostalgic and otherworldly.

Infrared photography reveals a hidden spectrum of light, offering an

alternate perspective on a landscape that is deeply associated with the

golden warmth of summer. The images in this series evoke a sense of heat,

relaxation, and leisure, while also creating a dreamlike atmosphere where

the typical blues of the sea and the bright summer skies are subtly replaced

by deep reds and rich earth tones. This shift in colour not only captures the

essence of the Amalfi Coast in a new light but also lends a vintage, almost

timeless quality to the scenes. The soft warmth of the infrared spectrum,

combined with the dreamy tones, evokes the feeling of old postcards or

faded memories, giving the work a sense of nostalgia and an intimate

connection to the past.

Through these images, I aim to shift the way we perceive iconic beach

scenes and familiar destinations. The warmth of the infrared light deepens

the sense of summer’s embrace, inviting a contemplative engagement with

the landscape. It’s a way of seeing that pushes beyond the visual and taps

into the emotional essence of a place.

This series explores the intersections of light, memory, and place, offering a

new lens through which to experience the Amalfi Coast—a landscape that,

in its infrared form, becomes a rich tapestry of warm tones, gentle contrasts,

and quiet moments, with a vintage allure that lingers long after the image is

viewed.