Category: Cultural Photography

Immerse yourself in diverse cultures through the lens of Benoit.Photo. Each photograph reveals unique and fascinating aspects of our world, celebrating its diversity and colorful character.

Mystical Light at Geneva’s Reformation Wall

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Benoît Bruchez
Divine Glow in the Heart of Geneva At the Reformation Wall in Geneva, light becomes the messenger of a powerfully intense historical symbolism. In the core of this city, imprinted with a revolutionary and religious past, photography explores a moment where the historic and the contemporary subtly intertwine. The reformers’ motto, Post-Tenebras Lux, rings particularly... Lire la suite

Illuminating the Shadows: A Flamenco Night to Remember in Seville

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Benoît Bruchez
In November of 2013, within the embracing arms of an ancient building in Seville, Andalusia, an enchanting moment was frozen in time, where the passionate art of Flamenco took center stage, and stories were told not through words, but through rhythmic movements, resonant strums, and captivated spectators. Illuminating the Shadows: A Flamenco Night to Remember... Lire la suite

A Poignant Sunset at Hangzhou’s West Lake

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Benoît Bruchez
July 2013, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. The old and the modern coalesce by the placid shores of the West Lake, where the lingering day bids adieu with a splash of warm colors, painting a serene yet evocative picture that resonates through time. The quaint charm of the ancient city of Hangzhou takes on a new... Lire la suite

The Vestiges of Time: An Inside Look at Wuzhen’s Ancient Pawnshop

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Benoît Bruchez
In July 2013, I had the opportunity to delve into the captivating ambiance of Wuzhen, an ancient town nestled in the Zhejiang province of China. This exploration aimed at uncovering and documenting the daily life in a place where the whispers of the past are audible amidst the echoes of modernity. The Heartbeat of Bygone... Lire la suite

Discovering Wuzhen: The Tale of An Ancient Pawnshop Sign

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Benoît Bruchez
In July 2013, while wandering through the rustic lanes of Wuzhen, China, I stumbled upon a relic from the past that took me on a journey back in time. Nestled at the entrance of an ancient pawnshop, a Chinese character carved into the wall piqued my curiosity. Historical Resonance: The Chinese character, painted in stark... Lire la suite

Passing Under the Stone Bridge: Delving into the Historic Heart of Wuzhen

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Benoît Bruchez
In July 2013, a boat ride in Wuzhen, situated in the quaint province of Zhejiang, China, offered a dive into local authenticity. The moment, captured under the arch of an ancient stone bridge, invokes a vibrant panorama of the rustic village that unfolds on either side of the river, embodying a journey through the living... Lire la suite

Capturing the Essence of Wuzhen: An Intimate Glimpse into Local Life

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Benoît Bruchez
In July 2013, I embarked on a photographic adventure in Wuzhen, a locality nestled in the heart of Zhejiang province in China. This journey aimed to explore and document daily life under a new light, that of a lively tradition amidst bustling modernity. A Window into Local Life One of the images captured during this... Lire la suite

Devotion and Incense at the Tianjin Temple

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Benoît Bruchez
Captured in the outdoor courtyard of a traditional temple in Tianjin, in February 2011, this singular image highlights a large urn where the faithful burn incense as a sign of devotion. Through the opening of the urn, a woman is seen bowing respectfully, holding three lit incense sticks, while a crowd waits in the background... Lire la suite

Reminiscence of Bygone Eras: A Traditional Temple in Tianjin

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Benoît Bruchez
The city of Tianjin, with its fascinating blend of the old and the new, harbors historical gems that speak of a China of yesteryears. At the heart of this bustling city lies a traditional temple, a silent witness to the bygone eras. A stroll through this sacred place in February 2011 was an invitation to... Lire la suite