The Mennonites of Bolivia
Trying to preserve their traditions, Mennonites don’t hesitate to leave everything behind and start anew in another country. In Bolivia, they have found enough isolation to maintain their lifestyle in its original form.
The cholita revolution
Cholitas are Quechua and Aymara indigenous women who have historically faced discrimination. Today in Bolivia, and for the first time, cholitas are becoming politicians, journalists, businesswomen, and more. Behind each of these women is a brave personal journey.
Patagonia cowboys
In the wilds of Patagonia, nature imposes its laws, making human life a constant struggle against adversity. The descendants of the pioneers who colonized this land continue to lead a way of life where tradition and hard work are essential for survival.
The last Inca bridge
Every year the last remaining Inca rope bridge still in use is cast down and a new one erected across the Apurimac river in the Cusco region of Peru. The Q'eswachaka bridge, once part of the network that linked the most important cities and towns of the Inca empire, is woven by hand and has been in place for at least 600 years.
The uncertain future of the libraries of the Sahara
In central Mauritania, advancing dunes are swallowing centuries-old libraries, threatening to erase one of the Sahara’s last living archives of knowledge. In the far east of the country, similarly ancient manuscripts are preserved by families in private homes, yet are increasingly forgotten by the outside world due to isolation and proximity to the war-torn Malian border. The historic cities that once flourished along trans-Saharan trade routes, connected by days-long camel caravans, now face an uncertain future.
Uzbekistan
From the ancient Silk Road to today’s reforms, Uzbekistan is opening up to the world while holding on to its rich heritage. Its resilient and proud people navigate rapid change to forge a new future.
Senegal
From vibrant Dakar to the bustling fishing villages along the coast, Senegal is embracing economic growth and cultural renewal. Its warm and spirited people live between the Sahel’s arid interior and the lush greenery of Casamance, balancing modern ambitions with a strong connection to community.
The Uru people against climate change
According to genetic research, the Uru are generally recognized as the first major ethnic group to settle in the Andean high plains some 4,000 years ago. As a result of successive invasions—pre-Inca, Inca, and Spanish—the Uru became confined to a few small villages in the Altiplano, at about 3,700 meters above sea level. Nowadays, their survival is threatened by rural decline and climate change, but they are actively seeking ways to endure without sacrificing their unique culture.
The Amazon River from its mouth to its source
We travel the largest river on Earth by boat, from its mouth at the Atlantic Ocean to its source in the Peruvian Andes.
Svaneti
Situated on the southern slopes of the Georgian Caucasus Mountains and surrounded by peaks reaching 5,000 meters, Svaneti is the highest inhabited region in the Caucasus. Beautiful, wild, and mysterious, Svaneti is so remote that it was never fully tamed by any ruler. Today, its inhabitants continue to lead a rural life while beginning to benefit from visits by a small number of tourists.
Altiplano I: Extreme environments
In the desolate South American high plateau between Chile and Bolivia, nature creates unique and extreme environments—with volcanoes and colorful lagoons—where life must find its way.
Altiplano II: Extreme lives
We explore how inhabitants of the Altiplano adapt to some of the world’s harshest environments.
The last iceman of Chimborazo
Baltasar Ushca is the last man working to extract ice from the frozen high slopes of Chimborazo, the highest Andean volcano. The blocks of ice, wrapped in grass to prevent melting, are carried on the backs of two donkeys to market—a living piece of history.
World's best astronomical observatories
From the highlands of Chile to the Canary Islands, we visit the largest monuments to human curiosity.
In search of our stolen skies
Light pollution has stolen the night sky in most places where we live. This story reveals some of the last places where it is still possible to see this wonder—once accessible to everyone, almost everywhere.
Buddhist novices
According to Theravada Buddhism, spending time in a monastery is essential to reaching enlightenment. In Laos and some other Southeast Asian countries, it is very common for young boys to spend a few months—or even years—as novices. This is the story of some of those boys.
Patagonia
From Península Valdés to Ushuaia, and from Punta Arenas to Puerto Montt, Argentinian and Chilean Patagonia showcase astonishingly intact nature, dotted with small villages full of authentic character.
Gold seekers of Tierra del Fuego
When the first signs of gold were discovered in Sierra del Boquerón back in 1879, a small gold rush began in Tierra del Fuego. After a few decades, mechanized operations gave way to unprofitability and left the area to independent gold seekers. This is the story of the Gesell brothers, the last loners who still search for the precious metal.
Navarino island
The southernmost commune in the world is located between Tierra del Fuego, to the north, and Cape Horn, to the south. The island is populated by descendants of the Yaghan, the southernmost indigenous peoples in the world.
Western Sahara
Administered by Morocco and claimed by the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Western Sahara is one of the world's last unresolved decolonization cases. The dispute dates back to 1975, when the Green March brought hundreds of thousands of Moroccans into the territory. Following Spain's 1976 departure, the Polisario Front proclaimed the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. We document this contested region, from the administrative hub of Laayoune and coastal Dakhla to the desert spiritual heartland of Smara.
Mauritania
Mauritania, one of the world's least-visited nations, exists between two oceans: the Atlantic and the Sahara Desert. Its coastal capital Nouakchott is vibrant, and, like Nouadhibou, buzzes with thousands of fishing pirogues. Yet, it is in the deceptively barren desert, in places like Chinguetti and Oualata, that our thirst for the mystery and adventure of past explorations is appeased.
Chile
Chile stretches from desert to glacier, a country constantly reinventing itself. Its people face challenges head-on, blending a gritty determination with respect for the land and their roots.
Peru
From the high Andes to the Amazon jungle, Peru is a place of deep history and bold change. Its people persevere, navigating daily life amid political turmoil with strength and resilience.
Bolivia
From the vast salt flats and rugged Andes to the dense Amazon jungle, Bolivia is a land of striking contrasts and deep cultural richness. Its people hold tightly to their indigenous roots while adapting to the challenges of a changing political and social landscape.
Guatemala
From the ancient ruins of the highlands to the tropical lowlands, Guatemala is a country of vibrant culture and resilient people.
New York
From the crowded streets of Manhattan to the quieter neighborhoods of the outer boroughs, New York is a city of constant motion and diverse stories. Its people navigate the fast pace with grit and creativity, always shaping what comes next.
Grape harvest on lava flows (Azores islands)
Every September, on the island of Pico, the grape harvest takes place on the volcano’s lava flows. The ancient basalt block constructions prevent the use of machinery, so all the work must be done the old-fashioned way.
Street photography & Humor
Unposed, unstaged photography that features subjects in candid (and often ironic) situations in public places.
Fine Art Gallery
Fine Art Gallery