I Explored This Abandoned French Castle Before It Was Burned To The Ground

Romain Thiery, born in 1988, is a renowned photographer and contemporary artist whose work has captured international attention. Originally from the south of France, he has established himself as a leading figure in visual art through his project Requiem pour Pianos. This series explores abandoned pianos across the world, pushing the boundaries of photography, sound, and collective memory. His photographs capture these locations as they are, without altering their authenticity. Each image becomes an open window to bygone eras, where music once resonated. These places, with their cracked walls, have become his stage, and the pianos his main actors. To him, the piano is "deeply rooted in the depths of our culture and continues to preserve an immutable nobility." But Romain Thiery's art goes beyond photography. On location, he records the residual sounds of the pianos he discovers, note by note, integrating these raw tones into his exhibitions. This immersive and multisensory approach offers the audience a unique experience, where image and sound merge to tell a timeless and universal story. These pianos, instruments of creation and dreams, are thus reborn in his work, imbued with new meaning and life. Recognized as one of the most influential contemporary photographers, Romain Thiery has exhibited his works in prestigious galleries and museums worldwide. His critically acclaimed work has been featured in international publications such as The Guardian, Music in Art, El País, and Der Spiegel.