Crowdfunding Rewards
Ecuador: A Journey through Architecture, Culture and Land
A project by photographers and authors Francesco Russo and Luca Piffaretti
Below you will find the rewards available through the Kickstarter [Link] campaign supporting the publication of the photobook Ecuador: A Journey through Architecture, Culture and Land.
The rewards include a curated selection of photographic prints available in three sizes and in limited editions. Please refer to the Print Info section below for full details, and refer to the sizes indicated next to each print.
Additional images from the project may also be available upon request. If you don’t see the photograph you are looking for, feel free to get in touch.
Andes
Chimborazo
Chimborazo, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size B
Mirador de Cristal
Quilotoa, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size A
Polylepis, Cajas
Cajas National Park, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size B
Casa Pitaya
Mindo, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size B
Inés
San Pablo del Lago, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Chaki Wasi
Quilotoa, 2024, by Francesco Russo
Size B
Coast
Casa Toquilla #1
Portete Island, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size A
Casa Toquilla #2
Portete Island, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size A
Fishermen, Isla Portete
Portete Island, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
La Habitación del Té
Los Ríos, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size B
Friends, Isla Santay
Santay Island, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Las Tres Esperanzas
Puerto Cabuyal, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size B
Amazon
Yuyarina Pacha
Orellana, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size B
Coca, Gateway to the Amazon
Francisco de Orellana, 2024, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
El Pigüe
Pastaza, 2024, by Francesco Russo
Size C
MACCO
Francisco de Orellana, 2024, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Limoncocha Pier
Limoncocha Lagoon, 2024, by Francesco Russo
Size B
Yasuní
Yasuní National Park, 2024, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Galápagos
Casa Endémica
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size B
Sea Lion
San Cristóbal Island, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Volcano
San Cristóbal Island, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Santa Cruz, Catch of the Day
Puerto Ayora, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Sula
Santa Cruz Island, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size A
Arco de Cerro Brujo
San Cristóbal Island, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Urban
Cuenca, New Cathedral
Cuenca, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Quito, Avenida América
Quito, 2024, by Francesco Russo
Size B
Quito, Urban Density
Quito, 2024, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Casa Larga
Cuenca, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size A
Quito, Mariscal Castle
Quito, 2023, by Luca Piffaretti
Size A
Casa en el Carrizal
Tumbaco, 2023, by Francesco Russo
Size A
Prints Info
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All dimensions refer to the paper size. Each print is produced with a white border, sized according to the print dimensions. This allows the artwork to be framed without cropping the image. Borders can also be trimmed during mounting for a precise fit.
Size A
Small – 30×20 cm
Medium – 45×30 cm
Large – 60×40 cmSize B
Small – 28×21 cm
Medium – 44×33 cm
Large – 60×45 cmSize C
Small – 30×24 cm
Medium – 45×36 cm
Large – 60×48 cmWhite Border
Small – 1.5 cm
Medium – 2.0 cm
Large – 2.5 cm -
Small: Edition of 30 + 2AP
Medium: Edition of 10 + 2AP
Large: Edition of 5 + 2APAll limited edition prints include a signed certificate of authenticity. Artist Proofs (AP) are additional copies reserved for quality testing, exhibitions, or the artists’ personal archive. Artist Proofs are produced in addition to the limited edition.
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All prints are produced in our preferred professional printing lab in London using the highest-quality printing methods on the finest archival papers. The paper of choice is Hahnemühle Photo Rag, which is 308gsm, a heavy-duty matt paper made of 100% cotton rag with a natural white tone and rich black saturation. A subtle fibrous finish and understated colours give photographic reproductions an organic, museum-quality look and feel.
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All prints are shipped unmounted and unframed, giving you the freedom to select your own frame. This premium paper is delicate and subject to scratching if not handled properly. If you wish to frame your print, we recommend relying on a professional framer who knows how to handle delicate archival papers.
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After your pledge we’ll get in touch with you to confirm your selected print(s).
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Prints are expected to ship starting in November 2026. Please note that this timeline may vary depending on the official publication date of the book.
Small prints will be packaged and shipped together with the book, while Medium and Large prints will be shipped separately.
More Prints…
Additional photographs from the project may also be available upon request. The images below show some further examples. Feel free to get in touch if you are interested in a specific photograph.
Online Portfolio Review
A focused and constructive session dedicated to discussing your photographic work, including project development, sequencing, positioning, and possible next steps. This reward is ideal for photographers at any stage who are refining an ongoing project or preparing work for publication.
With this reward you will receive:
1 signed copy of the book
A 45-minute online portfolio review with Francesco Russo and Luca Piffaretti
Language: Available in English, Italian, or Spanish.
The Workshop Experience
This workshop offers the opportunity to meet the photographers behind the project, hear the stories from the journeys that shaped the book, and gain insight into the practical and conceptual approaches used when working in the field.
Participants will explore both the technical and narrative aspects of architectural photography, with a focus on developing a meaningful photographic approach to place and architecture.
With this reward you will receive:
2 signed copies of the book
2 Small Limited Edition Prints of your choice
A half-day one-to-one Architectural Photography and Storytelling Workshop with Francesco Russo and Luca Piffaretti – a deep dive into process, narrative structure, and photographing architecture on location.
Available in London (UK) or Ticino (Switzerland) and open to up to two participants, who can share the experience.
Language: Available in English, Italian, or Spanish.
Sponsor the Project
Support the publication of the photobook in a significant way by becoming a project sponsor. This reward offers a deeper engagement with the work and the themes explored in the book.
By sponsoring the project you will receive:
4 signed copies of the book
2 Small Limited Edition Prints of your choice
Sponsor acknowledgement in the book
A presentation of the project by the photographers, including a case study discussion with an architect from Ecuador, who will join the presentation online.
Where: Available in person in London (UK) or Ticino (Switzerland), or online internationally.
Language: Available in English, Italian, or Spanish.
This reward is particularly suited for architecture practices, cultural institutions, and private collectors who wish to actively support the project and be part of its story.
Support the campaign, share it, and help us bring this book to life.
Producing a high-quality photobook is a labour of care that requires time and resources.
The project has been entirely self-funded up to this point, and now we need your support to turn it into a printed photobook.
By supporting this campaign, you’ll receive exclusive rewards such as signed copies of the book, limited edition prints, and more. Check out the list of rewards to become part of the project’s journey.
Photographers & Authors
Francesco Russo and Luca Piffaretti are architectural and documentary photographers, respectively based in London, UK, and Mendrisio, Switzerland.
Alongside their commissioned work for architects, designers, and international institutions, they co-founded Mass, a collective of photographers dedicated to documenting the built environment.
Through Mass, they develop collaborative projects, curate exhibitions, and lead education and mentorship programmes.
Get in touch:
Francesco Russo
info@francescorussophoto.com
www.francescorussophoto.com
@francescorussophoto
Luca Piffaretti
info@lucapiffaretti.com
www.lucapiffaretti.com
@lucap_photos