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The Early Years
Born and brought up in the picturesque town of Rabat, Malta, Gino Galea was introduced to photography through his interest in aviation.
At the age of thirteen, he won a prize on a television science programme by explaining how a camera works – little did he know that, many years from then, the camera would become his living and artform ! The years 1976 till 1979 were fundamental to his love of
aviation photography. He was fascinated by the manouverability of military aircraft hovering above the skies of Royal Air Force Luqa at the time.
First Assignments
Graduating as an Architect’s Assistant and Draughtsman in 1979 at the then New University, Gino joined Air Malta’s Advertising and Public Relations Section, where he was instrumental in establishing the Company’s Corporate Photographic Section. It was at this point that through the mentorship and encouragement of Mr Joe Zammit an established professional photographer, Gino ventured into the world of professional imaging.
Official Photographer
Soon afterwards , Gino became the official photographer of the national airline Air Malta (1979), a position he has held ever since. Being an aviation photographer, he was instrumental in forming the airline’s photo archives and his work has featured in practically all of the company’s publications, including brochures, websites, fairs, exhibitions, the in-house publications “Flying Colours”, “KM Newsline”, “Malta this Month” , 'Skylife' , and the airline’s annual reports. The list includes the FLIGHT INTERNATIONAL aviation
magazine. Gino Galea’s images circled the globe through the various airline PR and advertising campaigns aboard. It is worth noting that through such promotions including the world wide web, such images substantially assisted Malta and the national airline in their corporate image overseas.
Knowing the Art
Following the encouragement of the late Mr. J. Nunns ESFIAP, Gino joined the Malta Photographic Society in 1989. This provided him with a solid background on which to develop his technique and photographic style.
AWARDS :
As Gino experimented and gained confidence in his art, he won a number of prestigious awards, including :
• Kodak Trophy for black and white prints; (1989)
• C.A. Herbert Trophy for colour prints;
• An award in the Polaroid Pope John Paul II Competition (1992);
• J.G. Dacoutros Trophy (1992 and 1993);
• O & V Portfolio Competition (1992 and 1995);
• A. Buontempo Memorial Award (1992);
• A. Azzopardi Memorial Trophy for Nature Photography;
• An award in the Ballantine's National Photography (1993);
• Two major international awards in the Mazda Photo Contest
(1992 and 1994) including crediting in prestigious magazines such
as “Time” and “National Geographic”;
• Dr. E. Sammut Memorial Shield for Cultural Heritage of the Maltese Islands;
• A Jessop award in (1998),
• Other awards in the Photo Training Overseas (UK) seminars.
Further Studies
Taking his photography further, Gino received a Licenciate from the Royal Photographic Society ( L.R.P.S.) in 1991, followed by an Associateship (A.R.P.S.) in November 1992; both Distinctions were received in Bath-UK. Also in 1992, Gino completed a
Diploma in Social Studies sponsored by the Social Action Movement in collaboration with the Pontifical University of St.Thomas Aquinas, Rome.
More Accolades
In 1996, Gino won the award for the “Best Overall Interpretation of the Theme”, in the “Dunhill Lights
Photographic Competition”.
On the Web
That same year 1996, Gino Galea became the first Maltese photographer to have a presence on the Internet, with his first website and online photo gallery :
www.ginogalea.com
Further Recognition
In 1996, Gino was awarded an Associateship of the Master Photographers Association (A.M.P.A.) and the Licentiate of the
British Institute of Professional Photography. (L.B.I.P.P.)
Photographer to the Stars
Gino’s reputation had now reached an international level, and given his affinity for portrait photography, his lens has captured
the faces of an impressive number of celebrities and personalities.
Most notably, Gino has been the official photographer of the Malta branch of the Manchester United Supporters Club, for more
than two decades in which capacity he had numerous opportunities to capture the likes of Sir Alex Ferguson, as well as David Beckham, Gary Neville, Ryan Giggs and his teammates, during their numerous visits to Malta.. His official duties included the Treble Champions visit to Malta in August 2000
International Exhibitions
Gino Galea’s international reputation was further enhanced through the numerous exhibitions he has held outside Maltese shores,
in Casablanca, Istanbul, Catania, Ragusa and Athens.
A Recognised Expert
By then, Gino was being considered a local expert on photography, sitting on many judging panels in various photographic competitions, and also as a guest in various phone-in radio and TV programmes, offering advice to listeners on the art of
photography.
Important Commissions
Given his experience in corporate photography, it was inevitable that other entities would seek Gino Galea’s perspective in their
corporate imagery. In 1997, Gino Galea was commissioned to cover the activities at the Malta House in London in line with the
presentation of credentials by the new Maltese High Commissioner, Mr Richard A Matrenza to HM Queen Elizabeth.
Indeed, in 1997 and 2001, he was entrusted with all the photographic requirements for the Maltese National
Pavilion in the International Trade Fair of Malta.
Other recent high profile exclusive commissions included Royals such as HRH Princess Ann, HM Queen Elizabeth II, British Prime
Minister Tony Blair and other official activities such as the Commonwealth Business Forum in line with CHOGM-MLA2005. Other
assignments abroad included Boeing Aircraft Industry in Seattle, Airbus Industrie in Toulose , Avro in Woodford and Farnborough
Air show.
Further Qualifications
In 2000, Gino reached a major milestone, becoming the first ever Maltese photographer to attain a Malta Institute for Professional
Photography Distinction with his Associateship of the MIPP, as well as a further distinction in his Associateship of the Malta
Photographic Society.
The Hollywood Connection
Also in 2000, Romina Magro, one of Gino’s Maltese talented models, received a Silver Medal in the Miss Photogenic category at
an international beauty contest in Hollywood. Gino’s work featured in the portfolio of winning photos.
Major Awards
2001 was a memorable year for Gino, with an accolade of major awards, most notably the best picture in the Press and PR
photography ( Overseas category ) in the Master Photographer of the Year Awards, at Coventry, UK, with a picture of an ailing
Pope John Paul II, during his second visit to Malta. The photo captured the Pope’s humanity, courage and determination in face of
his failing health. These awards are considered to be the “Oskars” in the world of photography. Also that year, Gino received the
Pentax Overall Award for the “Best Work with a Local Theme” in the Open Annual Exhibition and Competition of Photography, as
well as the first prize in the colour prints category in the O & V Photographic Portfolio Competition.
Wedding Photography
Most Maltese photographers delve into wedding photography at some stage, and Gino Galea is no exception. However, his
artistic flair for photography have always driven him to go one step further, Indeed, also in 2001, his wedding portfolio earned him
the “Mario Acerboni – Wedding Portfolio of the Year Competition 2001” Award, sponsored by the British Institute of Professional
Photography. More recently, in September 2005, he received another prestigious accolade in the international photographic scene
when he qualified as an Associate of the Society of Wedding Professional Photographers mainly in Wedding & Portrait
photography (ASWPP)
Images of Malta
Following completion of his Diploma in Photographic Practice (Dip.PP), sponsored by the Master Photographers Association ( UK )
Gino released a CD portfolio of images of Malta, thus returning his attention to a subject which has always been a constant source
of inspiration – the beauty of the Maltese islands.
Photographic Studio
In 2003, Gino took the courageous step to invest in a new professional photographic studio at 198, Eucharistic Congress Road,
Mosta. Given the incessant demand for glamour and portrait photography, this was a further commitment by Gino towards
maintaining the highest possible standards in his work. To date, his studio remains very much in demand for photographic work,
especially beauty contests and of course, wedding photography. Such a step has undoubtedly seen his modern studio fastly
becoming one of the leading names in the art of photography in Malta.
Back on the Airwaves
Gino’s expertise in his art form has once again landed him on Malta’s airwaves, as he has been requested to provide insights
into the photographic medium during regular phone-in programmes on two major local radio stations, namely RTK and PBS.
Malta Television
The years 2007 and 2009 has seen Gino Galea more consistently involved in regular popular TV weekly programmes the likes of
"Cinderella" and " Looks", mainly related to the fashion and educational aspects of photographic art.
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Welcome to the world as seen through the lens of Gino Galea. This is the product of years of passion and experience in
photography, investing in the latest camera technology, and a will to excel in not only capturing the scene, but doing so with
an artistic flair and perspective.
Gino’s photography displays an exceptional level of balance between the simple, the aesthethic and the artistic. From portrait
commissions to his extensive photographic depictions of the beauty of the Maltese archipelago, Gino’s award-winning style
captures the atmosphere of the scene to an unprecedented degree. This is what transforms an image into a work of art.
Whether in high-quality print, on colour transparency, or on canvas, Gino Galea’s images are there to be cherished and enjoyed
for posterity. They are moments captured for eternity.
GALLERY
Every picture says a thousand words. Gino Galea’s talent and versatility ensures that he captures no only the image itself, but
also the moment, in all its joy and feeling.
SERVICES
Gino Galea’s skill and versatility will ensure the best results for all your photographic requirements.
• Weddings
• Studio Photography
• Portraits
• Fashion
• Photographic manipulations
• Holy Communions & Confirmations, Baptisms
• Social Events
• Engagements
• Laminations
• CD Covers
• PR
• Reproductions
• Poster Design
• Frames
• Images of Malta
• Video Filming
• Fine Arts
• Passport Photos
• Transfer of Cine reels onto DVD etc...
• Children’s Portraits
• Gift Frames
• Albums
• Removal of MIPP Logos
• Photo Restoration
• Social Occasions
• Heritage and Cultural Events
• Images on Canvas
• Passport Photos
• Sepia and Black and White
• Laminations
• Photo Sessions
• Frames
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Aerial Photography
• Digital
• Artistic Decorative
• Malta Images
• Hand Retouching
• Web Design
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WEDDINGS
Your wedding is your special day. You have spent years saving for it, hours on end making sure you’ve thought of
everything… you have to make sure that you will remember this day for all the right reasons!
Unfortunately, however intricate the preparations, your wedding photo album and video will be the most lasting impression
of your wedding. Make sure it is in good hands!
Let Gino Galea capture the moment for eternity… the joy and celebration when two hearts become one… through the lens
of a qualified master photographer.
Through his fresh perspective, state-of-the-art equipment and attention to detail, Gino will personally ensure that you will
have every precious moment of the great day recorded for posterity. Working in an unobtrusive, low-profile manner, Gino’s
mastery of his medium, and the latest generation of digital imagery equipment, offer a world of options to the happy couple,
in a way that suits their tastes and unique requirements, whilst offering them the necessary liberty to enjoy their special day.
Gino will be there, not to dominate your day and order you here and there, but will be at the right place at the right time, to
make sure that the memories of this day will last forever.
So, enjoy your wedding, knowing that your photos are in the hands of a qualified Master Photographer GinoGalea. Let
him demonstrate why he is not just a photographer – but he is the “Photo Artist”
www.ginogalea.com
Biography by Mark Zerafa B.Ed. (Hons.) Dip. Mgt. (Leics.)
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