Stéphane Kossmann
Black & White Carpet
April 9–June 14, 2014
FIAF Gallery
22 East 60th Street (between Madison and Park Avenues)
New York
Hours: Tuesday–Friday 11am–6pm,
Saturday 11am–5pm
The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF), New York’s premiere French cultural center, is thrilled to present Black & White Carpet, an exhibition of unique images from internationally renowned photographer Stéphane Kossmann, on view at the FIAF Gallery from Wednesday, April 9 through Saturday, June 14.
For over 26 years, photographer Stéphane Kossmann has captured the stars as they ascend the legendary steps of the Palais des Festivals at the Cannes Film Festival. Kossmann’s images differ dramatically from those of his paparazzi peers. A master photographer, he patiently waits to capture quiet and unguarded moments. As a result, his black-and-white photos, shot in natural light, offer a rare and striking view of his famous subjects. The pomp and circumstance of this glamorous affair dissolves into the background to reveal uncommon celebrity images, startling in their intimacy and joyful in their candor.
About FIAF
The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) is New York’s premiere French cultural and language center. FIAF’s mission is to create and offer New Yorkers innovative and unique programs in education and the arts that explore the evolving diversity and richness of French cultures. FIAF seeks to generate new ideas and promote cross-cultural dialogue through partnerships and new platforms of expression.
