Laurent Elie Badessi is a French photographer and visual artist based in Paris. He is known for his unique and creative approach to photography, which often combines elements of surrealism, abstraction, and minimalism.
Badessi began his career as a photographer in the early 2000s, working with fashion magazines such as Vogue and Harper's Bazaar. His work has since been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times Magazine, The Guardian, and The Wall Street Journal. He has also exhibited his work in galleries around the world, including the Centre Pompidou in Paris and the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.
In addition to his commercial work, Badessi has also created several personal projects that explore themes of identity and memory. His series “The Memory of Water” was awarded the Prix de la Photographie Paris (PX3) Gold Award in 2017.
Badessi's work has been praised for its ability to capture moments of beauty and emotion within everyday life. He is committed to creating images that are both aesthetically pleasing and thought-provoking.