Size:14.8 x 21 cm / 34 pages

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01/08/2019 

Maria manages a bar in Berlin and meets Sebastian, a real estate agent, and Emma, a foreign girl who arrives unexpectedly. Maria starts as a spectator but becomes an advisor and eventually a participant in their romantic encounters. The story takes us on an intoxicating journey through the apartments of old East Berlin.

Batsceba Hardy captures the poetry of ordinary life and turns it into something extraordinary, with a golden and pastel-coloured hue that accompanies us throughout the tale. As we read, we are transported to the sensual setting of Berlin, and the intriguing plot keeps us captivated, making us forget about the world around us.

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Batsceba Hardy is a writer and a photographer, she is the founder of the Progressive-Street group, and the editorial director of our magazines.

Before adopting her pseudonym, she worked as a professional photographer and performer in the 1970s. She was involved with avant-garde theatre groups and contributed to newspapers and magazines. She later transitioned to working as a graphic designer, translator, and writer for prominent Italian publishing houses. Some of her books have received esteemed awards. This diverse background provided the foundation for her to establish Progressive Street.

Since 2009, she has pursued street photography, which coincided with a significant period in her life. Originally from Milan, she relocated to Berlin, where photography played a pivotal role in assimilating into her new environment. Through her observant nature, she developed a deep fascination with the concealed facets of the city. During this time, she engaged with various photographers on DeviantArt and gained practical knowledge, ultimately becoming a member - and subsequently leading - two significant street photography groups. Given her intrinsic interest in photography and art, she holds a degree in philosophy with a specialization in art criticism.

She has consistently delved into books and photo magazines, acquainting herself with renowned photographers while keeping an eye out for emerging talent. On Facebook, she connected with two individuals who played a crucial role in elevating the activity of the small group she originally imported from DeviantArt. Subsequently, this led to the creation of the Gang, which she prefers to describe as opposed to a "collective."

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