Illustration - Paris

Illustration - Paris

FRANCE. PARIS (75) (14TH DISTRICT) THE CAFES AND THEIR TERRACES, AT THE EDGAR QUINET CROSSROADS Photo by Jean-Francois Rollinger/Only Paris/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - Paris

Illustration - Paris

FRANCE. PARIS (75) (6TH DISTRICT) MONTPARNASSE BOULEVARD, AT THE VAVIN CROSSROADS, AN EPHEMERAL FRESCO PAINTED ON A PALISADE BY THE STREET ARTIST DJALOUZ, SURROUNDS THE BRASSERIE LA ROTONDE Photo by Jean-Francois Rollinger/Only Paris/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher In Rennes - France

Agnes Pannier-Runacher, Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forest, Sea and Fisheries, speaks at the crossroads of local water management 2025, on January 23, 2025 at the Exhibition Center, in Rennes, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

UN-UNAIDS OFFICIAL-INTERVIEW

UN-UNAIDS OFFICIAL-INTERVIEW

(240726) -- BERLIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Eamonn Murphy, UNAIDS regional director for Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia, speaks during the 25th International AIDS Conference. TO GO WITH "Interview: Global AIDS fight at crossroads, says UNAIDS official" Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM)

UNESCO highlights key role of intercultural dialogue for sustainable future

STORY: UNESCO highlights key role of intercultural dialogue for sustainable future SHOOTING TIME: June 10, 2024 DATELINE: June 11, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:23 LOCATION: UN headquarters CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (English): GABRIELA RAMOS, UNESCO assistant director-general for social and human sciences STORYLINE: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Monday underscored that intercultural dialogue is key to the sustainable future on the first International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations, recently established by a UN resolution. Gabriela Ramos, UNESCO assistant director-general for social and human sciences, made the remarks in a video message. SOUNDBITE (English): GABRIELA RAMOS, UNESCO assistant director-general for social and human sciences "The world is at the crossroads. At the time when global challenges such as climate change, pandemic, conflict and growing social and economic inequalities demand cooperative solutions, we also see record level

Chinese and French scholars hold dialogue of ancient capital civilizations

STORY: Chinese and French scholars hold dialogue of ancient capital civilizations SHOOTING TIME: May 7 and May 10, 2024 DATELINE: May 13, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:14 LOCATION: Beijing/Paris CATEGORY: SOCIETY/EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of the dialogue of ancient capital civilizations (Beijing-Paris) 2. SOUNDBITE (English): SHAHBAZ KHAN, Director and Representative to UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia 3. various of street views in Paris STORYLINE: Chinese and French scholars held a dialogue of ancient capital civilizations (Beijing-Paris) early this month. The dialogue aimed to promote exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations through discussions on historical and cultural protection, urban planning, Olympic cities, among others. SOUNDBITE (English): SHAHBAZ KHAN, Director and Representative to UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia "Today, as you know, we stand at the crossroads of history and future. It is imperative that we recognize the pivotal role of culture in shaping sustainable societies. T

Growing public debt burden, shrinking fiscal space leave Africa at crossroads: UNECA

STORY: Growing public debt burden, shrinking fiscal space leave Africa at crossroads: UNECA SHOOTING TIME: April 24, 2024 DATELINE: April 25, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:39 LOCATION: Addis Ababa CATEGORY: SOCIETY/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the 10th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development 2. SOUNDBITE (English): CLAVER GATETE, Executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) 3. various of the 10th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development STORYLINE: The growing burden of public debt due to climate-related disasters and the shrinking fiscal space because of increasing financing needs have put Africa at a crossroads, Claver Gatete, executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), has said. The executive secretary made the remarks on Tuesday at the opening of the 10th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia. The forum's theme is "Reinforcing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

(240423) -- ADDIS ABABA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend the 10th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on April 23, 2024. The growing burden of public debt due to climate-related disasters and the shrinking fiscal space because of increasing financing needs have put Africa at a crossroads, Claver Gatete, executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), has said. (Xinhua/Michael Tewelde)

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

(240423) -- ADDIS ABABA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People attend the 10th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on April 23, 2024. The growing burden of public debt due to climate-related disasters and the shrinking fiscal space because of increasing financing needs have put Africa at a crossroads, Claver Gatete, executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), has said. (Xinhua/Michael Tewelde)

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

(240423) -- ADDIS ABABA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Ugandan Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja speaks at the 10th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on April 23, 2024. The growing burden of public debt due to climate-related disasters and the shrinking fiscal space because of increasing financing needs have put Africa at a crossroads, Claver Gatete, executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), has said. (Xinhua/Michael Tewelde)

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

(240423) -- ADDIS ABABA, April 23, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Claver Gatete, executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), speaks at the opening of the 10th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on April 23, 2024. The growing burden of public debt due to climate-related disasters and the shrinking fiscal space because of increasing financing needs have put Africa at a crossroads, Claver Gatete, executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), has said. (Xinhua/Michael Tewelde)

Loulan demystified -- A rare glimpse of Xinjiang history

STORY: Loulan demystified -- A rare glimpse of Xinjiang history SHOOTING TIME: Earlier footage DATELINE: April 9, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:07 LOCATION: URUMQI, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Loulan Ruins STORYLINE: The Loulan Ruins in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region are among the greatest historical mysteries in the world, captivating archeologists and historians worldwide. The ruins were discovered by Swedish explorer Sven Hedin in the Taklimakan Desert in the early 20th century, sparking a global craze for related studies. Once a flourishing oasis state during the Han Dynasty (202 BC-220 AD), Loulan thrived for centuries before fading out in history. Known as the "Oriental Pompeii," Loulan city, believed to be the capital of the Loulan Kingdom, flourished at the crossroads of the ancient Silk Road routes, earning acclaim as the "dawn of civilization in the Middle Ages." Now the once flourishing city has become a heap of ruins. Seen from above, the large settlement c

Turkish police detain 434 suspects in anti-narcotics operations

STORY: Turkish police detain 434 suspects in anti-narcotics operations SHOOTING TIME: Earlier footage DATELINE: March 29, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:18 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the anti-narcotics operations launched by Turkish police (courtesy of Turkish Interior Ministry) STORYLINE: Turkish police have detained 434 suspected drug traffickers in anti-narcotics operations across 53 provinces, the country's Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Thursday. The police seized a total of 1,043 kg of narcotics and 387,000 narcotic pills during the operations, Yerlikaya noted on social media platform X. "I want our esteemed nation to know that we will never allow drug dealers to poison our future, our youth, and our society. Our operations against drug traffickers and street dealers will continue resolutely across every corner of our country," he added. Located at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, Türkiye has been grappling with international drug smuggling for years. Turki

Turkish police seize 1.15 tons of drugs, 14.2 million narcotic pills: minister

STORY: Turkish police seize 1.15 tons of drugs, 14.2 million narcotic pills: minister SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 21, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 21, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:41 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: LAW SHOTLIST: 1. various of Turkish security forces seizing drugs and narcotic pills in anti-narcotic operations across 47 provinces of Türkiye (courtesy of Turkish Interior Ministry) STORYLINE: Turkish police have seized 1.15 tons of drugs and 14.2 million narcotic pills in anti-narcotic operations across 47 provinces, the country's Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said Thursday. A total of 376 suspects were detained in the operations that involved 535 teams, 1,094 personnel and 21 detector dogs, Yerlikaya said in a post on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. "Our fight against drug dealers, terrorist organizations and organized crime organizations that poison our people will continue with determination," he said. Located at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, Türkiye has been grappling with international dru

(CIIE)CHINA-SHANGHAI-HONGQIAO-FORUM-PARALLEL SESSION (CN)

(CIIE)CHINA-SHANGHAI-HONGQIAO-FORUM-PARALLEL SESSION (CN)

(231106) -- SHANGHAI, Nov. 6, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The parallel session on "The Global Trading System at a Crossroads: More Integration or More Fragmentation?" of the sixth Hongqiao International Economic Forum is held in Shanghai, east China, Nov. 6, 2023. (Xinhua/Meng Tao)

(CIIE)CHINA-SHANGHAI-HONGQIAO-FORUM-PARALLEL SESSION (CN)

(CIIE)CHINA-SHANGHAI-HONGQIAO-FORUM-PARALLEL SESSION (CN)

(231106) -- SHANGHAI, Nov. 6, 2023 (Xinhua) -- The parallel session on "The Global Trading System at a Crossroads: More Integration or More Fragmentation?" of the sixth Hongqiao International Economic Forum is held in Shanghai, east China, Nov. 6, 2023. (Xinhua/Meng Tao)

Türkiye arrests 37 suspects linked to int'l criminal ring

STORY: Türkiye arrests 37 suspects linked to int'l criminal ring SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 2, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 4, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:22 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of teams leaving the police headquarters to carry out operations 2. various of special operations STORYLINE: Turkish authorities have arrested 37 people suspected of being part of an Australia-based international crime syndicate, Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Thursday. The gang, known as Comanchero, is involved in drug trafficking, murder, kidnapping, and other crimes, Yerlikaya said in a post on the social media platform X. The minister said the gang tried to smuggle drugs from different countries and launder the money they made from illegal activities in Türkiye, without revealing when or where the arrests took place. "We will not let organized crime gangs and drug dealers get away with it," Yerlikaya said. Located at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, Türkiye has been gra

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Nimes, France, October 31, 2023. The French artist and master of Support-Surfaces art Claude Viallat exhibit at the Carré d'Art , museum of art contemporary of Nimes.Internationally recognized contemporary artist, at 83 years old, the tireless Claude Viallat lives and works in his hometown, more precisely in his studio located on rue Clérisseau, very close to Vauban University and a few steps from the contemporary art museum. A founding member of Supports/Surfaces, a historic movement in French abstraction, the artist plays with his own pictorial rules by infinitely combining his signature form at the crossroads of the sponge, the bean or the knucklebone. An unleashing of internal constituent elements, placing ever greater emphasis on the relationships of density, intensity and brilliance between the colored surfaces. His work, which he tirelessly develops, is both immediately recognizable and constantly in motion.Photo by Patrick Aventurier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Nimes, France, October 31, 2023. The French artist and master of Support-Surfaces art Claude Viallat exhibit at the Carré d'Art , museum of art contemporary of Nimes.Internationally recognized contemporary artist, at 83 years old, the tireless Claude Viallat lives and works in his hometown, more precisely in his studio located on rue Clérisseau, very close to Vauban University and a few steps from the contemporary art museum. A founding member of Supports/Surfaces, a historic movement in French abstraction, the artist plays with his own pictorial rules by infinitely combining his signature form at the crossroads of the sponge, the bean or the knucklebone. An unleashing of internal constituent elements, placing ever greater emphasis on the relationships of density, intensity and brilliance between the colored surfaces. His work, which he tirelessly develops, is both immediately recognizable and constantly in motion.Photo by Patrick Aventurier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Nimes, France, October 31, 2023. The French artist and master of Support-Surfaces art Claude Viallat exhibit at the Carré d'Art , museum of art contemporary of Nimes.Internationally recognized contemporary artist, at 83 years old, the tireless Claude Viallat lives and works in his hometown, more precisely in his studio located on rue Clérisseau, very close to Vauban University and a few steps from the contemporary art museum. A founding member of Supports/Surfaces, a historic movement in French abstraction, the artist plays with his own pictorial rules by infinitely combining his signature form at the crossroads of the sponge, the bean or the knucklebone. An unleashing of internal constituent elements, placing ever greater emphasis on the relationships of density, intensity and brilliance between the colored surfaces. His work, which he tirelessly develops, is both immediately recognizable and constantly in motion.Photo by Patrick Aventurier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Nimes, France, October 31, 2023. The French artist and master of Support-Surfaces art Claude Viallat exhibit at the Carré d'Art , museum of art contemporary of Nimes.Internationally recognized contemporary artist, at 83 years old, the tireless Claude Viallat lives and works in his hometown, more precisely in his studio located on rue Clérisseau, very close to Vauban University and a few steps from the contemporary art museum. A founding member of Supports/Surfaces, a historic movement in French abstraction, the artist plays with his own pictorial rules by infinitely combining his signature form at the crossroads of the sponge, the bean or the knucklebone. An unleashing of internal constituent elements, placing ever greater emphasis on the relationships of density, intensity and brilliance between the colored surfaces. His work, which he tirelessly develops, is both immediately recognizable and constantly in motion.Photo by Patrick Aventurier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Artist Claude Viallat Exhibition - Nimes

Nimes, France, October 31, 2023. The French artist and master of Support-Surfaces art Claude Viallat exhibit at the Carré d'Art , museum of art contemporary of Nimes.Internationally recognized contemporary artist, at 83 years old, the tireless Claude Viallat lives and works in his hometown, more precisely in his studio located on rue Clérisseau, very close to Vauban University and a few steps from the contemporary art museum. A founding member of Supports/Surfaces, a historic movement in French abstraction, the artist plays with his own pictorial rules by infinitely combining his signature form at the crossroads of the sponge, the bean or the knucklebone. An unleashing of internal constituent elements, placing ever greater emphasis on the relationships of density, intensity and brilliance between the colored surfaces. His work, which he tirelessly develops, is both immediately recognizable and constantly in motion.Photo by Patrick Aventurier/ABACAPRESS.COM