"Donna Gioia Volpe knows how to get “the shot,” but more importantly, she knows people. I recommended Donna as a regular monthly photo contributor to Bridgewater City Lifestyle magazine and Somerset Hills City Lifestyle magazine based on her photography skills. As the editor of two monthly luxury lifestyle publications, I seek photographers who are versatile. Photoshoots run the range: portraits, action photography, architecture and design, food, fashion and nature/landscape, to name but a few. Our subjects are similarly diverse: from children and pets to politicians and business leaders. 

 

Donna manages all assignments with aplomb. She approaches tricky situations—like how to shoot a portrait of a golf pro before golf season—with the demeanor of a scholar. She researches technical details like angles and lighting prior to the shoot to ensure the most creative approach. But equally important is her ease with subjects. I repeatedly receive emails from subjects commending her work and telling me how easy she was to work with. She makes subjects feel comfortable, which is a special skill. 

 

Donna takes a collaborative approach, is always willing to make adjustments to images and is highly responsive. In short, working with Donna makes our magazines look good, not just in terms of the imagery but also in the goodwill she projects on behalf of our publications." - Patti Verbanas