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BIFA 2024

The Impermanence of Our Reign

  • Photographer
    Thibault Gerbaldi

Spanning from the south of Namibia to Angola, the Skeleton Coast is one of the harshest places on earth. This 300-mile eerie coastline, dubbed "the Gate of Hell" by Portuguese sailors, is strewn with shipwrecks and bleached bones, reminding us of civilization's impermanence. The golden dunes of the Namib Desert meet the pounding surf of the dark blue Atlantic Ocean, creating a stark yet captivating landscape. Despite our belief in bending the world to our will, the Skeleton Coast serves as a powerful rebuttal, showcasing the impermanence of our reign.

Thibault Gerbaldi is a self-taught photographer and enthusiastic traveler whose adventures have spanned the globe. His sensitivity enables him to establish a unique rapport with the subjects he photographs, reflecting strong emotions and authentic narratives in his work. Beyond his passion for photography, Thibault is driven by a desire to promote cultural understanding and support charitable causes. In 2019, he joined the board of directors for The Forgotten International, leveraging his photography to raise funds for communities in need.