Francis Giacobetti was a French photographer and filmmaker who was born in Paris in 1932. He studied at the École des Beaux-Arts and the École des Arts Décoratifs, and began his career as a photographer in the 1950s.

Giacobetti's work is known for its dreamy, surrealist aesthetic, often featuring abstracted figures or landscapes. He worked with many of the leading fashion magazines of the time, including Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, and Harper's Bazaar. His photographs were also featured in numerous exhibitions throughout Europe and North America.

In addition to his photography work, Giacobetti also directed several short films throughout his career. His most notable film was "L'Eau et le Feu" (Water and Fire), which won the Prix Jean Vigo award at the Cannes Film Festival in 1967.

Giacobetti passed away in Paris in 2008 at the age of 76. His work continues to be celebrated by photographers around the world for its unique vision and timeless beauty.