M.E.Segantini: 2023

OUR LOVE FOR BEAUTIFUL ART

MY LOVE FOR BEAUTIFUL PIECES OF ART • ITALY

It has been an amazing journey traveling with my Teen "assistant" photographing beauty.

What started as a simple project this summer, born from our passion of "old" cars, evolved into an extraordinary adventure that led us to discover not only breathtaking locations but also the captivating stories of incredible people and their custom-made, unique cars.

Our project, initially centered around capturing the essence of beauty, opened doors to unseen worlds. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to some incredible ancient Villas, our lens became a portal to extraordinary landscapes. The camera lens became our guide, steering us towards hidden gems waiting to be unveiled.

In our pursuit of visual excellence, we stumbled upon a community of passionate individuals who poured their hearts and souls into creating a one-of-a-kind piece of collection. Each car told a story, a narrative of creativity, dedication, and a love for the road. We found ourselves surrounded by masterpieces on wheels, gleaming under the sunlight, and each with a personality as unique as its owner.

This project, an ongoing creation in motion, a visual tale that unfolds with each discovery. We are on a mission to explore, uncover, and showcase the most remarkable collections that embody the essence of automotive elegance.

Please, feel free to contact us if you thing you own a masterpiece!!

DREAMING OF JOURNEYS THAT HEALS OUR SOUL

[HD] HEALING DREAMS • A NEW COLLECTION OF IMAGES

Collection Release on Opensea on february 2024

Embarking on a photographic journey through the sacred landscapes of dreams venturing into the ethereal, capturing the profound essence of a beautiful soul. In the quiet solitude of silente dreamscapes, a lone tree emerged as a symbol of resilience, standing strong in the gentle haze that veiled the innermost thoughts and emotions. The purity of the clean, crisp air echoed the tranquility within, enveloping the entire scene in a soft, comforting embrace. Each photograph becomes a chapter in the visual narrative, unraveling the delicate dance between solitude and peace, and inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the timeless journey within the depths of someone's soul.

W E B 3 J O U R N E Y . . .

women, who become self aware,

who fight the system,

who evolve,

who enter in an uncomfortable space,

who grow and thrive...

my new path to financial freedom hand by hand with my amazing Teen boy who every day has become my mental "rock'...

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ENTERING A NEW POWERFUL PORTAL

April 16, 2023

Week VII • Entering a new powerful Portal and celebrating SheFi 3rd Birthday!!!

As I am about to enter week VII of my Journey with Maggie Love @SheFi, I feel excited and motivated.

Six weeks ago, I was gifted this incredible opportunity to join an amazing group of women through a scholarship from Polygon. Since then, my life has been transformed in ways I never could have imagined.

Although I love photography deeply, the magic of waking up every morning eager to shoot had begun to fade these past few years. Italy is a beautiful country full of culture and history, but as a freelancer, there's a pervasive attitude among Clients that they can get by with paying you little or nothing at all. It is not uncommon for Clients to underestimate your value so they can ask you to work for free and unfortunately my kindness has always been my weakness.

With SheFi I have learned so much in just five short weeks. But most importantly, I have rediscovered what it truly means to love what you do.

I am now looking forward to every meeting and can't wait to learn more from Maggie Love, who is our amazing instructor.

Moreover, the SheFi Season 8 group is a constant source of inspiration, filled with vibrant energy.

As someone new to the world of web3 and social meets, I sometimes find myself overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information and activity happening around me. But the connections and insights I have gained from these interactions have been invaluable.

SheFi is celebrating its third birthday today! It means so much to me to be part of this community of strong, supportive women right in this particular moment in history.

I am excited to see where this journey takes me and immensely grateful to SheFi and Polygon for giving me the opportunity to this incredible gift of being part of this world. Thank you Feven for your precious support in this journey and thank you for bringing amazing speakers to the panel!

Thank you for changing my life in the best possible way!

And 3 ... should be the perfect number!!!! Happy Birthday dear SheFi!!!

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CONTACT MAGGIE LOVE FOR ANY INFO ON NEXT SHEFI SEASON

Founder SheFi // Co-founder / Ecosystem & Partnerships W3bCloud

@maggielove_ // @She__Fi

Follow SheFi on Instagram

www.shefi.org

MY FIRST LEAP INTO WEB3

March 22, 2023

Week III • A leap into the story of my Journey

I'm striving to understand everything there is to know about this fantastic, fascinating yet somewhat intimidating new era. My apprehension comes from being entirely focused on a personal growth journey and the overwhelming amount of new information to absorb. Balancing my role as a single mother to a wonderful homeschooler while also dedicating myself to learning, researching, and applying new concepts can be a challenge. Most of the times, I find myself still having to eat lunch at 11 at night and finally going to bed at 4 in the morning. When my boy is with dad, I immerse myself even more in my work, trying to learn everything possible to get one step further in my journey, one step closer to my goal. As an adult who thought I had seen and done it all, it's scary to venture into this "new everything". I have always found it easier to remain within my comfort zone and excel at what I know best. But, I am determined to push myself to grow and redefine my priorities, goals, and means of achieving them at the cost of loosing friends and finding myself the same "stranger and outsider" I was pushed to be in my College years.

During my time at Art Center College, I experienced years where I slept only three hours a night, to excel and become the top performer. Despite being awarded my "advance standing" status, I found myself as a stranger on the sidelines, being judged by others as the "intruder". While observing others collaborating and helping each other in photography, I found myself excluded from these groups, with the rationale being that I didn't need their advice due to my advanced position. I did indeed need them or at least I needed some kind of mental support during those hard years. Eventually, good friends came my way, but it was not an easy road for me. Even after graduating with distinction and possessing an amazing portfolio, I encountered resistance from magazine and advertising agencies who felt that I was simply "too much" for what they were looking for. My struggles with shyness and insecurity were not helpful in overcoming these challenges either.

And here I am today, more than 20 years later. These past few years I worked so hard and had to became a warrior who fought for my son's and my own freedom.

I have learned that being a warrior means being kept out of the circle, but this is ultimately for the best. It allows me to choose those who belong in it.

You discover that warriors won't talk much and won't tell you who they are. They speak with their warmth that invades you, with their eyes filled of their heart's feelings, and with their sweet embrace that talks the same language of love you do.

So here I am. Almost broke for being labeled "too much"from this society with so much desire to find my own best version of myself and the most loving mother to my child in this new warrior era. And warriors of light are all around me, in their silence distance, whispering with me and entering this amazing portal to the unknown .

And today, I really took a leap into that portal: the world of cryptocurrency trading, and it was an exhilarating experience.

It was night as usual, the "heart rate" of some cryptocurrencies was sloping down. My heart was racing with it. "Wait Eli, wait Eli, wait Eli " my little voice inside was telling me. And then the curve touched the ground and just with a push of a button I made my first transaction!! Wow. I did it.

I know I'm one of million of people who are doing this. But it is me! It is Eli doing this!!! And this is what matters the most.

I'm stepping in week 4 of the most amazing journey with SheFi and Polygon. We haven't covered the actual investing yet but wow, this experience is creating an amazing energy in me, it infuses me with the courage to try, maybe risk and maybe make mistakes. Bust those mistakes will be my supporting steps to reach knowledge.

While there may be setbacks and challenges along the way, I am confident that I will emerge stronger and more knowledgeable than ever. And I know it will all be worth it!

And I know, being a woman in Crypto and being part of SheFi Season 8, I will be writing with these beautiful warriors, a little piece of history of this amazing Era.

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SHEFI LET THE JOURNEY BEGIN !

March 07, 2023

Week I • with Maggie Love

It has been amazing how these past few months have been a catapult to another dimension for me. It all started with a curiosity, which become a reality once I literally launched myself into this world of self-growth that has seen my beautiful Teen son right next to me as a “partner in crime”.

This was all made possible by the choices we took in 2019, from the decision to home-school my son, prioritize self-empowerment and embrace the choice he made to follow his call into Web3 and DeFi starting his high school education as a Homeschooler.

We fought against all judgments from friends and people surrounding us and jumped into a dimension so new for us. In the end, the circle of people we need to surround us is supposed to be made of 5 right? So the first step was easy!

As a single mother, it was important for me to be a guide for my son, the hero I've always been for him. However, this new world was completely foreign to me. My curiosity turned into a necessity and I was eager to learn everything I could about this fascinating world. One day, opportunity presented itself.I’ve learned to desire and make the steps towards it. But I have to say, I discovered it goes both ways. The “thing” of your desire comes your way at the same speed of your desire’s intensity.

I don't even recall how I came across SheFi, perhaps through a women's self-empowerment podcast, but it's been the best path I could have imagined. I am beyond grateful for the opportunity SheFi and Polygon gave me to be a part of their scholarship program, which made it all possible. I'm thrilled to say that I'm in!

It's only week one, and the journey has been amazing so far. It's not easy to start a new chapter in a world you know nothing about, but Maggie Love and Feven have been spectacular. With their knowledge, patience, and peaceful personalities, they exude such positive vibes that all the uncertainties dissipate.

Thank you, beautiful women, and thank you, Polygon, for this incredible opportunity. I’m eagerly looking forward to week two, and I'm proud to be a part of this amazing community of women in Web3.

I can't wait to continue supporting and guiding my son as we embark on this new era together.

M. Elena

MORE ABOUT MAGGIE

https://pass.ri2020.io/maggie-love/

https://twitter.com/maggielove_

POLYGON

https://polygon.technology/blog/polygons-defi-series-aave