Mattia Massaiu (1994) is an Italian photographer currently based in Porto, Portugal.

Born and raised on the island of Sant’Antioco, in Sardinia, he began photographing during a long period of travel, when observing and documenting became a way to connect with the world. He later studied Photography between Escuela de Arte de Murcia in Spain and Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University in Istanbul, developing his visual language while exploring different approaches.

Working across different regions and cultures, his practice moves between documentary and artistic fields, focusing on how people, places, and traditions shape one another. Over time, his work has evolved toward more reflective narratives, often touching on themes of belonging, identity, and transformation.