Jean-Daniel Lorieux

Jean-Daniel Lorieux is a French photographer and filmmaker who has been capturing the beauty of the world for over four decades. Born in Paris in 1952, he began his career as a photographer in the 1970s, working for magazines such as Elle and Vogue. His work has been featured in numerous publications, including National Geographic, Life Magazine, and The New York Times.

Lorieux's photography is known for its vivid colors and unique perspectives. He often uses natural light to create stunning images that capture the essence of his subjects. He has traveled extensively throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas to capture stunning landscapes and portraits of people from all walks of life.

In addition to his photography work, Lorieux has also directed several films. His first feature film was "The Last Days of Pompeii" (1979), which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. He has since directed several other films including "The Story of Marie Curie" (1985) and "The Last Emperor" (1987).

Throughout his career, Lorieux has received numerous awards for his work including the Prix de la Photographie from the French Ministry of Culture in 1984 and the Grand Prix National de la Photographie from the French Academy of Arts in 1988. In 2020 he was awarded an honorary doctorate from La Sorbonne University in Paris for his contributions to photography and filmmaking.

Jean-Daniel Lorieux continues to be an inspiration to photographers around the world with his stunning images that capture moments in time with beauty and grace.