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Lake Geneva: La Harpe Island, A Refuge of Tranquility and History
La harpe Island, officially "île de la Harpe" is located in Rolle, on the Swiss shore of Lake Geneva. It is a place rich in history...


Publication in the Hundred Photographize Annual Book Best Selected, 2020
It is a great honor to be invited by the prestigious Photographize Magazine for a publication of my work in their annual book of the best...


Japan: Lake Biwa, a Cultural Gem and a Source of Artistic Inspiration
Lake Biwa, located in the Shiga Prefecture of Japan, is the country's largest freshwater lake and plays a crucial role both ecologically and culturally. It is renowned for its natural beauty, unique biodiversity, and historical significance. It has also been a source of inspiration for many photographers in recent years. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) Certainly, Lake Biwa is the most interesting lake I have had the pleasure of working on in the last 15 years, afte


China: 9 Spots for Minimalist Photography Around West Lake (Part 3)
The city of Hangzhou is a historical and cultural gem of China. West Lake, in turn, is a significant source of artistic and literary...


China: Getting to Hangzhou and Photographing the West Lake (Part 2)
The city of Hangzhou is a historical and cultural jewel of China. The West Lake, in turn, is a significant source of artistic and...


China: Hangzhou and the West Lake, 2000 Years of Cultural History (Part 1)
The city of Hangzhou is a historical and cultural jewel of China. West Lake, on the other hand, is an important source of artistic and...


Interview for Photographize Magazine, 2019
It was a great honor to be interviewed by Photographize Magazine about my work in general and, more specifically, in Japan. A rare...


Japan: The Maibara Tree Says Goodbye to Lake Biwa
Maibara is a little town located in the Shiga Prefecture of Japan. It is situated in the northeastern part of the prefecture, on the eastern shore of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan, and extends up to the Ibuki Mountains and the border with Gifu Prefecture. Maibara is part of the Biwako Quasi-National Park and is particularly known for Mount Ibuki, the highest point in the prefecture. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) But it is primarily for its remarkable tree


Interview for B&W Minimalism Magazine, 2018
Hello Olivier, hope you are well, please briefly tell us about yourself. Hello and thank you very much for suggesting me this interview...


Water - Photoplace Gallery, Middlebury, USA 2018
May 30th to June 23rd 2018
A group exhibition of selected works from artists around the world. Photographs selected by Ann Jastrab.


Instantes - Art Museum, Constanta, Romania, 2018
From February 16th to March 17th 2018 International Photography Festival. The Portuguese Festival takes place in Romania.


Japan: Lake Yogo, Tranquility a Stone's Throw from Lake Biwa
Lake Yogo, often referred to as the "Mirror of the Sky", is a small lake located north of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Although much smaller than Lake Biwa, it maintains a close and interesting relationship with the latter, both geologically and in historical and cultural terms. Another gem for minimalist lake photography. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) Relationship with Lake Biwa Geologically, Lake Yogo and Lake Biwa are both situated in a region charact


Japan: The Biwa Lake Marsh, an Ideal Ecological Refuge for Photography
The Biwako Marsh, also known as the "Wetland," refers to a wetland ecosystem located to the north of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Classified as a Ramsar priority site, this marshland area is also a prime location for wildlife and landscape photographers. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) It is undoubtedly in winter that I have spent my best moments as a photographer in this region. The morning frost on the branches of submerged trees gives the images a surre


Timeless Japan - Voyageurs du Monde, Geneva, Switzerland, 2017
From September 28th to October 20th 2017 With the support of the Consulate of Japan in Geneva.


Taiwan: The Sun Moon Lake, Harmony, Serenity, and Resilience
The Sun Moon Lake is a natural wonder located in Nantou County, Taiwan. Its beauty, rich history, and living traditions make it a...


1st Exhibition of Gwangjin History & Culture Forum - Naru Art Center, Seoul, Korea, 2017
From August 2nd to 6th 2017
Very honored to be invited to take part in an exhibition at the Naru Art Center of Seoul with some of my prints.


Black & White 2017 - Center for Fine Art Photography, Fort Collins, USA, 2017
July 7th to August 19th 2017
This photograph was selected by the Center for Fine Art Photography in the B&W 2017 competition.


15th Photographic Camera Club, Phos - Art Hall, Pohang, Korea, 2017
Part I, from July 4th to 9th 2017 in Pohang Art Hall
Part II, from July 10th to 31st 2017 in Ggoomteul Gallery.


4th Korea International Photo Festival - Hangaram Design Museum, Seoul, Korea, 2017
From May 19th to 25th 2017
Seoul Arts Center. Very honored to be invited to take part to an exhibition at the 4th Korea International Photo.


Minimalism in Photography - Center for Contemporary Creations, Isfahan, Iran, 2017
From May 26th to June 20th 2017
Very honored to be invited to take part to an exhibition for the second time with the B&W Minimalism Mag.


Japan Waterscapes - GEM Gallery, Tokyo, Japan, 2017
March 31st to April 9th 2017 Opening on March 31st, 5pm to 8pm. A selection of prints about the coasts and lakes in Japan.


Lake Geneva: Journey Along the Shores and Through History
Lake Geneva, also known as Lac Léman, is an emblematic body of water for Europe. Its historical, geological, and cultural characteristics...


Bleu filigrane, Jacques Boesch - Alexandre Mottier Gallery, Geneva, Switzerland, 2017
From January 19th to February 4th 2017. I am honored to be part of this prestigious selection with one of my photographs.


Japan: The Torii, Symbols of Purity and Spiritual Transition
The Torii are not just architectural elements that define the landscapes and sacred spaces of Japan. They embody the very essence of Japanese culture and spirituality. Opening a gateway to the history, beliefs, and values of a nation, they symbolize the passage from the profane world to the sacred world, according to Shinto religion. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) The Torii is literally translated as " bird gate " or " where birds perch " in Japanese. It constitut
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