One of the best ways to learn photography is by visiting exhibitions under the tutelage of an experienced photographer. Join us for an insightful visit to the Henri Cartie- Bresson Foundation with professional photographer Juan Manuel Abellán to explore, discuss, and analyze two compelling exhibitions currently on display: "Remember to Forget" by Mame-Diarra Niang and "The Inhabitants" by Raymond Meeks.
About the Exhibitions:
1. Mame-Diarra Niang – Remember to Forget
This exhibition explores the fluid and ever-evolving nature of identity. Niang’s innovative approach abstracts the concept of the Black body, seeking to liberate it from centuries of imposed narratives. Her works, created during a period of confinement, use techniques like re-photographing screens and embracing flaws such as blurs and distortions. These elements serve as a psychological projection of her self-exploration, asking profound questions about the nature of personal and collective memory.
2. Raymond Meeks – The Inhabitants
As part of the prestigious Immersion program by Fondation d’entreprise Hermès, Meeks presents a poignant photographic series capturing the traces of migration in France. His work focuses on landscapes shaped by temporary human presence—discarded belongings, improvised shelters, and the inhospitality of transitional spaces. Through metaphorical imagery, Meeks uses natural and man-made barriers to evoke the resilience and challenges faced by migrants.
Official Link to the Foundation:
Henri Cartier-Bresson Foundation
What attendees can expect:
- A guided tour of the exhibition.
- Critique of the exhibition.
- Analyses of the artist’s work and how he used the photography medium.
- Participation in a friendly feedback session after the exhibition to discuss the artist's impact on photography.
Requirements:
- Suitable for all photography and art lovers!
- NOTE: The ticket price is NOT include in the price of the tour.
Location: Metro lines 8 (République) and 4 (Réaumur-Sébastopol)
; buses 20 and 75.
About the Instructor
Juan Manuel Abellán is a professional fine art photographer and photography tutor based in Paris since 2007. He graduated in Advertising and Visual Arts and holds a Master in Art, Philosophy and Aesthetics, specializing in Photography and Contemporary Art. He has worked with the agency Magnum Photo and exhibited his work in several exhibitions, including the Centre Georges Pompidou. Passionate about photography, Juan Manuel works as a freelance photographer specializing in portrait, reportage and fine art photography. He also leads photography adventure tours around the world.
www.juanmanuelabellan.com
