Nicolas Henry
Born in France in 1978, Nicolas Henry is a French photographer whose work has received worldwide acclaim. A graduate of the Ecole des Beaux Arts in France (2004), and trained in film at the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design in Vancouver, Henry creates participatory works, revealing personal and collective stories that capture the beauty and essence of communities.
In 2016, Henry came to Chicago to create a new series of images produced by WCP, in partnership with the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, The Floating Museum, SkyART in South Chicago and Brightstar Community Outreach, inc. in Bronzeville. Titled Kitihawa's Chandelier, the tale made its United States debut at the residence of French Consul General Vincent Floreani in September 2016 then became part of a permanent installation at the Lycee Français de Chicago.
Using his signature style and unique approach to storytelling, Henry worked closely with community members to create the series, incorporating theatrical techniques, cinematic lighting, design, handmade prop and set making. These photographic installations reveal powerful and significant narratives that blur the lines between fiction and reality.
Nicolas Henry will be in Detroit in October/November 2018 to create new images for Kitihawa's Chandelier.
DETROIT PROJECT FALL 2018
KITIHAWA'S CHANDELIER
Long ago the American Great Plains were the territory of Comanche, Navajo and Apache Indians. The era of noble Chiefs, with impressive eagle feather headdresses, was one of harmony with nature.
Mustangs were at the center of community life. Many tribes migrated across the Great Plains with their teepees. Natural resources were used in every aspect of their lives and the food they ate changed with the seasons.
The birds become one. Lifted by the aspirations and dreams of hundreds of children, it takes flight over the American sky.
Long ago the American Great Plains were the territory of Comanche, Navajo and Apache Indians. The era of noble Chiefs, with impressive eagle feather headdresses, was one of harmony with nature.