Laurence Laborie

Laurence Laborie is a French photographer and visual artist based in Paris. She has been working in the field of photography since the early 2000s, and her work has been featured in numerous exhibitions and publications around the world.

Laborie's work is characterized by its focus on the human figure, often exploring themes of identity, gender, and sexuality. Her photographs are often intimate and personal, capturing moments of vulnerability and emotion. She has also explored themes of nature and landscape, creating images that evoke a sense of mystery and wonder.

In addition to her photography, Laborie is also an accomplished filmmaker. Her films have been screened at festivals around the world, including Cannes Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, Berlinale, Locarno International Film Festival, and more.

Laborie's work has been exhibited in galleries across Europe as well as in the United States. She has also had solo exhibitions at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris as well as at the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nantes in France. Her photographs have been featured in publications such as The New York Times Magazine, Vogue Italia, Le Monde Magazine, The Guardian Weekend Magazine, and many others.

Laborie's work has earned her numerous awards including a Prix du Jury at Cannes Film Festival for her short film "The Sea Within" (2015), a Grand Prix at Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival for "The Sea Within" (2016), a Special Mention at Locarno International Film Festival for "The Sea Within" (2016), and a Special Mention at Berlinale for "The Sea Within" (2017).

In addition to her artistic practice, Laborie is also an educator who teaches workshops on photography and filmmaking around Europe. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge with others so that they can create meaningful works of art that reflect their own unique perspectives on life.