About Us

In the heart of San Gimignano lives a story of passion, beauty, and family.

Duccio Nacci was born on November 7, 1967, right here in this timeless Tuscan village, where he still lives and works today. His passion for photography began at a young age—first as a way to capture happy moments, then as a realization that what started as a hobby could become a true vocation.

A self-taught photographer, Duccio learned the art of image-making through magazines, manuals, and hands-on experience. With a Polaroid and a Kodak Instamatic in hand, he began creating postcards and tourist calendars that portrayed the most authentic side of Tuscany. In 1997, he took the leap into professional photography, specializing in landscapes, architecture, and art.

The turning point came in 1998 with the release of his first photographic book, "Viaggio nella Campagna Toscana", the result of years of careful and inspired work. From there, he began collaborations with renowned national and international magazines such as Condé Nast, Rusconi, Mondadori, and more. His photographs began traveling the world, appearing in books, catalogues, and editorials.

In 2000, together with his wife Renata, he founded La Bottega del Sale, a photographic atelier in Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano, where the art of fine art printing comes to life—on cotton paper, using both traditional and digital methods.

Over the years, Duccio’s work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions in Italy and abroad, including shows such as “Luce”, “Infinito Presente”, “Punti di Vista”, “Tempo Lento”, and “Visionaria”. His art installations have been displayed in some of Tuscany’s most iconic towns, including San Gimignano, Siena, and the Rocca di Staggia, where one of his installations is permanently on view, becoming part of the very identity of the site.

By Duccio’s side since day one is his wife Renata—the beating heart of La Bottega del Sale. She has always believed deeply in Duccio’s vision and in the potential of their shared project. With dedication and warmth, she helped build what is today a globally recognized space of authenticity, beauty, and welcome.

Today, La Bottega del Sale has become a true family business.

Stefano, Duccio’s only son, fell in love with photography before he could even hold a camera. Raised among lenses and prints, he is now a professional photographer who manages communication and operational coordination for the atelier.
He also specializes in drone filming, having produced visual content for leading companies in the corporate, real estate, and tourism sectors across Italy.
Through his work, Stefano seeks to evoke genuine emotions and highlight the extraordinary beauty of Tuscany—merging creativity, technical skill, and attention to detail to create compelling visual experiences.

Chiara, the youngest of the family, is affectionately known as the princess of the atelier. A recent graduate, she brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a global perspective. She manages customer reception and daily operations in the shop, ensuring that every visitor’s experience is carefully curated. At the same time, she works as a make-up artist for film and photography productions—an art that has refined her precision and aesthetic sensitivity. Her dedication and passion infuse every aspect of her work, making each encounter with La Bottega del Sale personal, heartfelt, and unforgettable.