Q Annette, why did you choose the promenade of Nice as the main setting for your photos?

A Photography is a hobby for me, a passion and important element for my balance. It has nonetheless to fit into busy days of full time work. Since I live close to the waterfront in Nice, walking the Promenade with my camera is an easy get away for me. In addition to this convenience argument, the spot holds several esthethic advantages, as the wide open space over the sea, the sky meeting the horizon and the graphic beauty of the blue chairs. The latter act as a federating element, bringing people from different backgrounds together, sitting under a common sky. I am fascinated by the human aspects I can observe, the plethora of telling details like a lifted finger or tilt to the head.

Q If I had to label your photos, I think I would say that they are minimalist street photography. Do you agree with this definition? Can you tell me how you got to this style?

A I am a very simple person who strongly dislikes artifice and unnecessary complications. Uncluttered environments filled with what really counts are soothing and inspiring for me. Over the time, I developed an interest for scenes with minimal visual noise that naturally guide attention towards a focal point.