ADVERTISEMENT

Today, we would like to share with you another project by Gabriele Galimberti, an Italian photographer and author of many meaningful photo series. This time, he captured fathers around the world in moments spent together with their children. Inspired by his own childhood experiences, Galimberti aimed to showcase the diverse ways parents build their relationships and bonds with their kids. Galimberti shared his memories: “The year is 1986. I am eight-and-a-half years old and I’m getting ready for bed. I’m very excited for the morning to arrive. That’s because, in just a few hours, something will happen that’s been happening almost every Sunday for the last year. I’ll feel my father’s hand on my shoulder, shaking me awake as his voice says, ‘Gabri, wake up! It’s six o’clock. We’re going fishing.’”

We recommend visiting Gabriele’s website to access more information about this project and to read the stories behind each photograph. Additionally, if you missed the previous Bored Panda articles about this photographer, we invite you to check them out. The series "Toy Stories" showcased children from over 50 countries and their favorite toys, while "In Her Kitchen" featured stunning portraits of grandmothers from all over the world with their signature dishes.

More info: Instagram | gabrielegalimberti.com

Image credits: Gabriele Galimberti

#1

Maniche, Haiti

Maniche, Haiti

Jhonny Labossièrie (32) and Jiounelca (2)

Gabriele Galimberti Report

HungryPanda
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They're all sweet, but this one takes the cake.

View more comments

The project "Fathers" is another photo series inspired by some personal experiences of Galimberti. In the previously mentioned "In Her Kitchen," the photographer paid tribute to his grandmother and the very special relationship between them. He decided to travel across the world to explore the diversity of dishes prepared by other grandmothers and the same feeling the women put into what they do for their loved ones. While speaking about the series, Gabriele shared with us: “The one thing that really connects them all is the love they use to nourish their grandchildren. That may be the true common ingredient of all of these recipes.”

RELATED:
    #2

    Berlin, Germany

    Berlin, Germany

    Alessandro Kola (40) and Teresa (10)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    #3

    Tokyo, Japan

    Tokyo, Japan

    Takeshi Masuma (40), Luna (7), and Nene (3)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Giving more details regarding the series featuring parents with their children, the photographer continued the story about his fishing ritual with his own father:  “For over a year, ever since my mom gave my dad a little fishing boat, this has been our Sunday routine – my father and I, alone or sometimes with friends, head out to Lake Trasimeno. It’s a day just for us, a day of waiting, of talking, and of long silences. Luckily, the bursts of good cheer over the catch of a fish aren’t too few or far between.”

    #4

    Wadala Slum, Mumbai, India

    Wadala Slum, Mumbai, India

    Rizwan Shaikh (24), Zafinah (3) and Zeenath (3 months)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #5

    Mumbai, India

    Mumbai, India

    Tirupati Pogla (32) and Yashika Pogla (5)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    The author of the series mentioned that despite the passing time, the most vivid memories he has from his childhood that connect to his father are those when they spent time together while fishing. Galimberti points out that his father keeps the weekly tradition even now and still goes fishing almost every Sunday. He added: “As for me – maybe because I’m hardly ever home, perhaps because, when I am, I’m too lazy to get up at six in the morning – I haven’t gone with him for many years. Now it’s my brother-in-law and nephew’s turn to go fishing with him.”

    #6

    Florence, Italy

    Florence, Italy

    Paolo Woods (45), Enea (5), and Sara (2)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    #7

    Portland, Oregon, USA

    Portland, Oregon, USA

    Galen Malcolm (24) and Leon (3)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Silly-Rabbit
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So glad the dad in this photo is intelligent enough to have his child wear protective breathing equipment. Aerosol particles are not good!

    View more comments

    With all that being said, Gabriele Galimberti decided to start his series "Fathers," documenting the relationships dads around the globe have with their precious children:  “Wherever I am in the world, when I meet a father I ask him to tell me about a special moment he has spent with his children and, when I can, I photograph them together.” This way, again, we can see a range of various activities, but also still moments when nothing else has to be done because the time the parents spend with their children is a great value on its own. Don't forget to visit the photographer's website to get more insights about this special project and get familiar with the very interesting stories, adding more background to the photographs that the fathers shared with Galimberti.

    ADVERTISEMENT
    #8

    Hon Atsugi, Japan

    Hon Atsugi, Japan

    Rea (6), Takayasu (39), Yushi (4), Ryota (9), Kota (6) and Masami (43)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    #9

    Barcelona, Spain

    Barcelona, Spain

    Jordi Luque (38) and Rai (4)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    #10

    San Francisco, California, USA

    San Francisco, California, USA

    Francisco (51), Jonathan (48), and Tallulah (5)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Monday
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look very unimpressed that baking time is being interrupted by photos.

    View more comments
    #11

    Kuldiga, Latvia

    Kuldiga, Latvia

    Eriks Oficier (43) and Renate (8)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Mimi La Souris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ooooh, exactly my father and I when i was young :')

    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #12

    Florence , Italy

    Florence , Italy

    Davide Woods (42), Noah (8), and Ian (2)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Peppy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They’ve got some lovely instruments to play with

    ADVERTISEMENT
    #13

    Mexico City, Mexico

    Mexico City, Mexico

    Sergio Colin (44) and 3 children

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Sue Phillips
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lucha Libre don't divulge their true identities...

    View more comments
    #14

    Belgium (Photo Taken In The Red Sea, Egypt)

    Belgium (Photo Taken In The Red Sea, Egypt)

    Jan Huygens (41) and Roos Eline (5)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Lorie Shewbridge
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great photo! This child will love the sea and sea creatures forever

    View more comments
    #15

    Xiamen, China

    Xiamen, China

    Gu Tao (36) and Gu Zi Auxan (5)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    #16

    New Taipei City, Taiwan

    New Taipei City, Taiwan

    Chang Lin Tsai (38) and Ming Shiang Tsai (4)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Aqsa Azam
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably gonna be me with my kid

    ADVERTISEMENT
    #17

    Cahuita, Costa Rica

    Cahuita, Costa Rica

    Michael Chamarro Suarez (32), Johan (7), Jamie (5), Sofia (5) and Giulia (1)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Mrs.C
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You just know the one in the front couldn't stop jumping, that would've been me at that age, LOL.

    #18

    Vevey, Switzerland

    Vevey, Switzerland

    Jason Singer (39), Juliette (10), and Lenny (7)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Charles Bryant
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was like “well, where is the dad?”, then I see his head just above water. 😁

    View more comments
    #19

    San Francisco, California, USA

    San Francisco, California, USA

    Jared Katz (37), Isadora (7) and Roscoe (4)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #20

    Woolsthorpe-By-Colsterworth, UK

    Woolsthorpe-By-Colsterworth, UK

    Dean Colyer (49), Alisha (13), Harugy (10), Gracie-Lee (9) and Hilly (7)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Theo Blackwood
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh that looks familiar. Dad taught me how to play pool in his local when I was 9. I still go there to drink with him when I visit.

    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #21

    Bogotá, Colombia

    Bogotá, Colombia

    Manuel Villa (39) ,Elias (2), and Lila (7 months)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    #22

    Port-Au-Prince, Haiti

    Port-Au-Prince, Haiti

    Ilio Gezmeil (40), Donalson (17) ,Wisline (11) and Mirma (2)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    #23

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Fouad Kuyali (35),Mazen (4) and Julie (2)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    the_avenging_knight
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That kid is about to learn an important life lesson, LEGOS ARE SO F*****G SHARP!

    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #24

    Taichung, Taiwan

    Taichung, Taiwan

    Chung Mang Che (40), Chung Jui Han (9),Chung Kai Eing (8) and Chung Jia Ying (6)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #25

    Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

    Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

    Esteban Israel (45), Niko (11) and Oliver (5)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    #26

    Male, Maldives

    Male, Maldives

    Hussain Riyaz (32) and Aishat Eshal (7)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    #27

    Barcelona, Spain

    Barcelona, Spain

    Ignacio Martin (42), Dan (10) and Flavia (8)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #28

    Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

    Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

    Vik Muniz (55), Francesco Bonelli (12) and Dora (4)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Peppy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that the world’s largest beach ball?

    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #29

    Breda, The Netherlands

    Breda, The Netherlands

    Raoul Oomen (43), Tijn (6) and Ole (4)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Lauren S
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are some strategically placed people. I didn’t realize BP sensors traveled.

    View more comments
    #30

    Austin, Texas, USA

    Austin, Texas, USA

    Timothy Klatt (32), Ogden (6), Amity (4), and Lillian (5 months)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Jesse Setliffe
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The father looks like he wants to punch someone.

    View more comments
    #31

    Xiamen, China

    Xiamen, China

    Lin Jia De (30) and Lin Chen Xin (4)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #32

    Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

    Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

    Amel Sharief (45), Alma (11), Leena (9), Aya (4) and Mohamed (2)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    ADVERTISEMENT
    #33

    Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

    Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

    James Wade (36), Dejah (15),Tyler (12) and Haden (8)

    Gabriele Galimberti Report

    Yer maw 󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I barely trust my kids to not hurt themselves with a potato peeler and this dude is giving them guns? Fries my brain

    View more comments