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Martin Bertrand is a photographer journalist based in Amsterdam, Netherlands who started out at Agence France Presse and is now represented by Studio Hans Lucas. Through his numerous personal projects, he is particularly interested in youth and geo-environmental issues. The 21st century and the upheavals that accompany it particularly fascinate him. During 2017 and 2018, he carried out several projects in South-East Asia where he worked for seven months. With the mythical Mekong River and its resources as a common thread, he has put into perspective the geo-environmental issues related to development in the Indochinese peninsula (Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand). He has also focused on Vietnamese and Laotian youth through the prism of street sports and urban culture. In 2019, he travelled to Hong Kong to cover, among other things, the uprising of the pro-democracy movement which earned him a nomination for the Bayeux Prize for War Correspondents in the Young Reporter category.??Martin is also a political photographer covering French politics from the Brittany region, European affairs from Brussels and Dutch politics. In addition to his projects, Martin also works on commissions from the press, NGOs and private companies. His work is regularly published in the French and international press (Le Monde, Libération, The Washington Post, Le Figaro, Vice, Reporterre, Mr Mondialisation, Fisheye Magazine). They have been awarded several times, including the François Chalais Young Reporter of the Year Award 2015 in the photo category. He was a finalist for the Grand Prix Paris Match du Photoreporter étudiant and won the Young Talents Photo Prize by fotofever as well as the Talent du Département des Côtes D'Armor in the Culture and Arts category. These projects also lead to exhibitions and conferences.
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French Banks Are So Afraid of Demonstrators That They're Boarding Themselves Up
France has been experiencing violent protests against a new labour bill perceived to favor employers. The protests have been particularly intense in Rennes, where demonstrators have targeted banks and government buildings. Banks in the area have barricaded themselves to prevent vandalism, although the actual damage has been minimal. The article highlights the tension between protesters and banks, with a critical view of the banks' actions and the broader socio-economic implications.
Iraq, still a mined terrain twenty-five years after the war
Twenty-five years after the war and five years after the departure of Daech, Iraq remains scarred by conflict. The country is marked by checkpoints and armed soldiers at city intersections. Life has resumed in Mosul, the country's second city and former capital of the Islamic State, where children play in the streets and shops are open. However, the old city is still destroyed, with buildings marked for suspected explosive remnants. These are not conventional anti-personnel mines but unexploded ordnance, mostly artisanal mines used by the Islamic State. Daech left behind a large number of improvised explosive devices, even booby-trapping toys and refrigerator doors. In Ninive province, red and white flags indicate the presence of these dangers, and Handicap International, through workers like Hanin Mikdad, provides risk education related to these explosive remnants.
Here is the link to my website on which you can find my personal projects, my work for the press and companies, my publications in the French and international press as well as my CV with the awards I have received and the exhibitions I have held
In Kerlanic, Brittany, the choice to live autonomously in harmony with nature
In the remote countryside of Central Brittany, the community of Kerlanic, also known as 'Oasis Kerlanic,' offers an autonomous and nature-aligned lifestyle. Founded by Audrey, who left her urban life for a more sustainable existence, the community emphasizes self-sufficiency, permaculture, and minimal environmental impact. Residents use rainwater collection systems, dry toilets, and live alongside numerous animals. The community also engages in local markets for additional food needs. Audrey's son, Noa, thrives in this environment, learning through hands-on experiences and community interactions. Despite the harsh winters, the community remains committed to their sustainable practices.
What it’s like skating in Ho Chi Minh City
Skating in Ho Chi Minh City presents challenges due to heavy traffic and uneven pavement, but the city's only skate park, built in 2013, offers a haven for skateboarders despite its run-down condition and leaky roof. The park, costing a little over $2 for entry, is cherished by young skaters who find it a place to express themselves freely. Skateboarding is a relatively new but rapidly growing activity in Vietnam.
My Grandfather, the Far-Right Voter
Jean-Patrick, a 59-year-old milk transporter from a small village near Angers, France, votes for the far-right National Front due to his frustrations with the pension system and societal changes. Despite differing political views, his relationship with his grandson, Martin Bertrand, remains strong, bonded by their shared passion for photography. Jean-Patrick's life story reflects his hard work, personal regrets, and a sense of societal disillusionment.
My Grandfather, the Far-Right Voter
Jean-Patrick, a 59-year-old milk transporter from a small French village, votes for the far-right National Front due to concerns about pension reforms. Despite differing political views, his relationship with his grandchild remains strong, bonded by a shared passion for photography. Jean-Patrick's life story reflects his hard work and frustrations with societal contributions not being reciprocated, highlighting generational and political divides within families.
My Grandfather Votes for the National Front
Jean-Patrick, a 59-year-old milk transporter from a small village near Angers, France, votes for the right-wing party Front National. Despite leaving school at 16 to support his family and never exploiting social benefits, he is concerned about constant pension reforms and expresses his frustration with society through his political choice. The author, his grandchild, understands but does not share his views, and their relationship remains unaffected. The article reflects on Jean-Patrick's life, work, and regrets, such as wishing he had become a cabinetmaker.
French banks are so afraid of protesters that they have barricaded themselves
France has recently been hit by violent protests over a new labor law, which is seen by many as giving more power to employers. The reactions have been particularly strong in Rennes, where protesters have set cars on fire and attacked banks and government buildings. Banks have barricaded themselves to prevent vandalism, but confrontations with the police have not caused significant damage to them. The author reflects on the banks' actions and shares a protester's statement that criticizes the media for focusing on broken windows while ignoring the lives destroyed by banks.
French Banks Are So Afraid of Demonstrators That They're Boarding Themselves Up
France has experienced violent protests against a new labour bill perceived to empower employers. In Rennes, the capital of Brittany, demonstrators have set cars on fire and targeted banks and government buildings. Banks have responded by barricading themselves, although actual damage has been minimal. Protesters argue that the media focuses on material damage while ignoring the detrimental impact banks have on lives. Photographer Martin Bertrand captured this tension in a photo series around Charles-de-Gaulle square in Rennes.
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