The pressing nature of the debate on climate change aligns with the role of art in historical and social dynamics. This year’s project for Paris Photo celebrates the capacity of artists to be agents of cultural metamorphosis, shaping perceptions, provoking resistance, and instigating reform.

In Tiago Casanova’s works, documentary elements intertwine with metaphorical narratives to delve into the historical, symbolic, and ecological dimensions of São Tomé and Príncipe. Jessica Backhaus creates scenarios of everyday life, employing distinct perspectives and materials to blend reality with abstraction.

Mónica de Miranda’s new series challenges conventional paradigms, emphasizing the interaction between bodies and ecosystems. Roland Fischer’s works fuse geometric shapes with architectural complexities, offering viewers visual encounters that transcend conventional photography. “We are Melting” by Marguerite Bornhauser addresses the urgency of climate change debate through abstract imagery. With Jessica Backhaus, Marguerite Bornhauser, Tiago Casanova, Roland Fischer, Mónica de Miranda.

©️ Still from Greenhouse (2004) by Mónica de Miranda