What is it about the piano that evokes such nostalgia and strong emotions within us, even after centuries as a household instrument? I, Romain Thiery, a French photographer, and classical pianist believe the piano to be, “deeply rooted in the depths of our culture” and explore the instrument from an original angle.
As a professional photographer and pianist from France, I am fortunate to be able to meet the two artistic worlds that are close to my heart: photography and pianos. My “Requiem for pianos” series is a proof of my attachment to music and photography, both my passions.
As a professional photographer and pianist from France, I am fortunate to be able to meet the two artistic worlds that are close to my heart: photography and pianos. My “Requiem for pianos” series is a proof of my attachment to music and photography, both my passions.
During the month of May 2017, I photographed the exclusion zone of Chernobyl in Ukraine. Within the site, and with the help of a private guide, I was able to photograph the pianos forgotten since the disaster.