Photo : Marc Riboud / Fonds Marc Riboud MNAAG
Marc Riboud "Geometry becomes poetry, life, emotion"
Marc RIBOUD - "Geometry becomes poetry, life, emotion" - Photographs
Galerie Arcturus (Paris 6th)
About
With the Bicentennial of Photography and Photo Days
It has been 10 years since Marc Riboud left us, and this year we are celebrating the Bicentennial of Photography.
It was therefore only natural that we chose to approach a new angle of the work of this artist, whom the Arcturus gallery has represented for over 20 years.
"Photos must be composed like paintings. Go to the Louvre and look, that's the best school".
Marc Riboud willingly recounted this advice, or rather this "order" that Henri Cartier-Bresson had given him when he was a young beginner.
This careful composition, which was natural to him, always remains in the service of what is essential for him, his curiosity for the human being. With him, geometry becomes poetry, life, emotion.
Our take on this event
Step into the mesmerizing world of Marc Riboud, where technical mastery meets profound human connection through the lens of a true visionary. This curated showcase captures how carefully composed lines breathe life into monochrome snapshots, turning everyday moments into timeless pieces of art. Discover how one man's lifelong fascination with structure became a beautiful ode to the spirit of the street.
The Arcturus Gallery honors photographer Marc Riboud from November 4 to November 16, 2026. Marking both the Bicentennial of Photography and the tenth anniversary of the artist's passing, this exhibition highlights the structural mastery of his work. Inspired by Henri Cartier-Bresson's advice to study painting to perfect one's photographic composition, Riboud's portfolio transforms geometric precision into human emotion. Located in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, this cultural event is free of charge and offers a rare opportunity to engage with the legacy of a master of humanist photography whose unique perspective continues to define the medium.
Ten years after the death of Marc Riboud, the Arcturus Gallery presents a dedicated exhibition examining new perspectives on his extensive portfolio. Running from Wednesday, November 4, to Monday, November 16, 2026, the display is hosted at 5 rue Jacques Callot, in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, acknowledging the Bicentennial of Photography.
The gallery, which has represented Riboud for over twenty years, focuses on his distinctive ability to blend classical composition with a profound interest in humanity. The selection emphasizes the artist's commitment to the guidance of Henri Cartier-Bresson, who famously instructed him to observe the paintings at the Louvre to master his craft. This approach resulted in works where geometry serves as a vessel for poetry and life.
This exhibition is open to the public free of charge. Visitors are invited to explore how Riboud translated his curiosity for the human experience into iconic visual narratives throughout his career.
