Sport, in all its splendor and diversity, is much more than a simple competition between the strongest and the fastest. It is a mosaic of intense moments, shared emotions and extraordinary human stories. It is this essence that Collectif DR has captured in its fourth annual edition, a visual exploration of the world of sport in all its facets, as a tribute to the Olympic motto “Citius, Altius, Fortius” – faster, higher, stronger.
In this Olympic year, as France has just hosted the Games, this book is meant as a celebration of the sporting spirit that transcends stadiums and tracks. The fifteen stories gathered here do not merely glorify champions or document records. They dive into the complex and often little-known world of sport, offering a humanist and penetrating look at subjects as varied as passionate fans, sport in nursing homes (Ehpad), or mountaineers’ adventures in search of summits.
Throughout the pages of this book, each image tells a story. Photojournalism, as a visual testimony of our time, plays a crucial role in understanding and appreciating the many facets of our society. In a world saturated with ephemeral images, the photojournalist’s eye captures what escapes the frenzy of everyday life, offering new perspectives and moments of contemplation. Through its bold approach and thematic diversity, this book shows that sport, in all its forms, is a powerful vehicle for human stories and social transformation.
The photographs gathered here are the fruit of passionate and meticulous work, in which each story is a careful and sensitive exploration. The photojournalists of Collectif DR invite us to slow down, to look more closely, and to feel the quiet strength of these moments of life. Their images, far from superficial, capture the depth and richness of sporting experiences, whether lived in the glory of an Olympic victory or in the modest daily life of amateur athletes.
With this fourth volume, and following the previous one whose central theme was ecology, Collectif DR invites you to discover, understand and celebrate the beauty of sport in its most dazzling diversity.
Beyond the boundaries of achievement, this photographic and journalistic work highlights the true essence of sport: a mirror of the human soul, a reflection of our deepest aspirations and our perpetual quest to surpass ourselves.
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176 pages – 21×27 cm
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150 g/m2 photo paper
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Sewn flat spine, exposed stitching
