Super Mario does marvelous Rio
Inspired by the boys and girls from Copacabana
Mario Testino is one of the worlds most successful fashion and portrait photographers, whose images are noted for their freshness and intimacy. Peruvian by birth, Testino has been fascinated by Rio de Janeiro since his earliest summer vacations. «When I was 14, on holiday, and going from my house to the beach and seeing everyone walk everywhere in their tiny bathing suitsthe girls and boys were so sexy and carefree and wildI just could not believe it.»
This easy sensuality, sexual freedom and lust for life left a deep impression; Testino has been going back ever since, for work and fun, passion and inspiration. Featuring candid shots of exquisite cariocas baring nubile flesh, including supermodel Gisele Bündchen, MaRIO DE JANEIRO Testino captures the essence of this incomparably seductive city and its sultry citizens. From its breathtaking sunset panoramas, to the throbbing chaos of its world-famous carnival, this is Testinos love poem to the Brazilian metropolis that captured his teenage heart, and never let go.
