Photography from an ethological perspective

The presentation at Paris Photo will show work of a variety of artists, both national as international, who explore the behaviour of animals and the relationship between animals and human beings, in terms of the contemporary challenges of biodiversity.

FLAT // LAND will present the monumental and quiet work by Vincent Munier, France's leading photographer and documentary maker, who travelled to the most remote areas of Tibet. He recently received a César Award - France's most important film prize - in Cannes for his documentary 'The Velvet Queen', which he made together with director Marie Amiguet and writer and adventurer Sylvain Tesson. Munier's work proves how at a certain point documentary photography transcends itself and becomes visual art. Munier will sign his new monograph at the booth on Saturday, 11 November, 3pm.

In addition, the gallery will bring new work by Kim Boske, created during her stay in Japan. In some of these works, no photographic lens was even used. Boske's work consists of only washi paper with recycled indigo 'Kawa no nagar' (river flowing) and even solely of washi paper that she created herself. Working with natural materials reflects both literally and figuratively the importance of biological diversity through the presence of the many soil microorganisms in her work.

We are also very pleased to bring Charlotte Dumas to Paris Photo for the second time. She will show new work entitled 'Entendue' in which she discusses various aspects of the history of elephant exploitation and the use of ivory. Entendue; what elephants hear and how we listen to them. In addition, she has published a new publication 'Terra', in which this time she has included all her found stray dogs from Palermo. There will also be a book signing by Charlotte Dumas at at the booth, on Thursday, 9 November, 4:30pm.

Finally, we are proud to show the powerful photos of the Australian Leila Jeffreys. Jeffreys is known for her portraits of birds that reflect her involvement with the subject. The self-awareness of animals, who are always vulnerable but nevertheless possess a beautiful self-esteem and urge to survive, is clearly evident. FLAT // LAND brings 'Emerald Dove' and 'Moluccan Cockatoo' to be shown in Paris.