Jacques Olivar

Jacques Olivar was a French photographer who was born in Paris in 1891. He began his career as a portrait photographer, but soon developed an interest in the art of photography. He studied at the École des Beaux-Arts and the Académie Julian, where he learned the techniques of photography and composition.

In 1920, Olivar opened his own studio in Paris and began to specialize in fashion photography. He quickly gained recognition for his work, which was featured in magazines such as Vogue and Harper's Bazaar. His photographs were known for their bold use of light and shadow, as well as their unique composition.

Olivar also worked with some of the most famous fashion designers of the time, including Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli. His photographs were often used to promote their collections, helping to establish them as major players in the fashion world.

Throughout his career, Olivar continued to experiment with different techniques and styles of photography. He was particularly interested in capturing movement and emotion through his images. In addition to fashion photography, he also created portraits of celebrities such as Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso.

In 1950, Olivar retired from professional photography but continued to take pictures for personal enjoyment until his death in 1972. His work has been exhibited around the world and is still highly regarded today for its innovative use of light and composition.