Maurizio Galimberti was born in Como in 1956. He moved to Milan where he now lives and works. He approached the world of analogue photography starting with the use of a Polaroid camera. He is considered the greatest exponent of Italian instant photography. His works are exhibited in numerous museums and galleries around the world, including the MoMA in New York, the MAXXI in Rome, and the Triennale in Milan. He has also collaborated with various brands, including Fiat, Ferrari, and Bulgari. In 2009, he was awarded the title of Knight of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic for his contribution to the arts.