At the age of 16, I exchanged Grenoble’s mountains for the lagoons of Oceania.
Arriving in Wallis marked a turning point in my life. The Pacific teaches a different way of seeing the world — through its unique light, its gentle rhythm, its vast horizons, and its deep sense of presence. It was there that I realized photography was my calling.
After studying photography at l’ETPA in Toulouse, I refined my visual storytelling through travel and documentary photography.
I then spent nearly a decade in French Polynesia, working as an underwater and lifestyle photographer, capturing life both above and below the surface.
Wallis, French Polynesia, and New Caledonia have deeply influenced the photographer I am today.
There, I learned to observe before intervening, to guide only when necessary, and to create from what naturally unfolds before me.
Today, in New Caledonia, I work with couples, families, businesses, and event organizers to document meaningful moments and stories.
My photography is rooted in a balance between quiet observation and a precise reading of each situation.
I aim to create images that are impactful, timeless, and rich in narrative.
Every project begins with an encounter — between a place, the people who bring it to life, and the light that shapes the moment.
This journey has taught me how to adapt to any environment,
to read the light, the people, and the moments as they unfold.
Today, it allows me to integrate naturally,
to quickly understand what matters,
and to create images that feel true.
A distinctive visual style, dedicated to telling your story.
Capturing the present for eternity
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