by Nicolas Genty | Aug 16, 2023 | Blog
Nigerian photography stands as a dynamic and vibrant facet of the country’s rich cultural tapestry. It carries diverse narratives, reflecting the nation’s history, traditions, and contemporary realities. Rooted in a fusion of indigenous artistry and global...
by Nicolas Genty | Aug 14, 2023 | Blog
Human interaction relies on an extraordinary skill we all share: deciphering faces. As we observe each other’s faces, unconscious cognitive processes orchestrate recognition and interpretation. This ability, a quintessential human trait, shapes understanding,...
by Nicolas Genty | Aug 6, 2023 | Blog
The name may make you smile, at least if you are French and if you pronounce it the French way: Gruyaert, « gruyère ». Harry Gruyaert is Belgian, from Antwerp, a Magnum photographer, master in saturated colours. Le Bal, located two steps away from Place Clichy is...
by Nicolas Genty | Aug 4, 2023 | Blog
Russian photographers, although less known than their Western counterparts, have left an indelible mark on the world of photography, showcasing their exceptional talent and unique artistic vision. Two prominent figures in this realm for me are Yevgeny Khaldei...
by Nicolas Genty | Aug 3, 2023 | Blog
I came across the name Antanas Sutkus just recently and saw some of his work while in Paris, thanks to Liza Fetissova. He has become my coup de ❤️ of this trip. Despite my ignorance, he is a renowned (worldwide) Lithuanian photographer, now 84, who has often been...
by Nicolas Genty | Aug 2, 2023 | Blog
In the world of photography, tenderness is a delicate and powerful emotion to capture. It involves capturing moments of warmth, vulnerability, and affection that evoke a sense of intimacy and connection between subjects. Photographs that convey tenderness often have...