Author: Martin Colognoli
Year: 2024
Theme: Coral / Ocean / Photography
Type: Photo book
Language: French or English
Price: €59
The photographic book CORAlL is an immersion into the fragile world of coral and the communities that depend on it. It bears witness to solidarity, respect, and the connection to living things. A world that is at once raw, real, and dreamlike. This book thus lies at the intersection of art and documentary.
Through the staging of powerful, often spectacular images, French photographer Martin Colognoli calls for the preservation of these emblematic ecosystems through a report that retraces six years of field experience.
A true anthem to the defense of biodiversity and a tribute to coral as an ecosystem essential to our survival.
CORAIL is a book organized into 4 chapters:
– Coral, this animal with a mineral and plant-like appearance, is so fascinating because it is so ancient and fragile. Whether it concerns areas preserved from human activity or damaged or destroyed areas, all bear witness to a reality that compels action.
– The human element, as seen through the inhabitants of the fishing village of Seraya Besar. The candid moments captured in photographs conveyed the natural essence of a world and a way of life through moments filled with passion, friendship, and joy…
It is a genuine tribute to the inhabitants of a village with whom ties have been forged over time.
– The link between coral and humans, the dependence of humans on coral reefs, in which fishing plays an indispensable role.
– The protection actions carried out within the village for the preservation of coral reefs with the support of the French association Coral Guardian.
CORAL is a book that links an iconic symbol of endangered wildlife — coral — with humans.
/// THE PRESS IS TALKING ABOUT IT ///
“ CORAL is a tribute to coral as an ecosystem essential to our survival. It tells the story of the rebirth of an Indonesian fishing village. Having become active participants in the restoration of the coral reefs that surround them, these fishermen are now the guardians of their resources. Through the staging of powerful, often spectacular images, this first book by Martin Colognoli, whose approach oscillates between documentary and artistic, is thus an ode to the defense of biodiversity.” 30 Million Friends, 5 stars from the editorial staff.
" A beautiful photographic book that embodies and supports the inextricable link between an Indonesian fishing village and the coral reef. " Savoir-animal, the animal magazine
A photographic book dedicated to coral, the beauty of coral reefs, and their fragility. Through sensitive and compelling underwater images, this beautiful book invites us to see marine life in a new light.
This coral photography book brings together rare and evocative images dedicated to coral reefs. Blending art, immersion, and a naturalist's perspective, it offers a visual journey through the underwater world, where light, color, and life converge.
Conceived as a beautiful, authorial book, it celebrates the aesthetic power of coral while reminding us of its vulnerability. A work to contemplate, feel, and better understand what coral reefs represent for our world.
