Invited to the PAD (Pavillon d’Art et de Design) fair in Paris for the first time to see one of my images used as wall art, I improvised a photographic exercise on my smartphone that blended design and reflection.
The vast majority of exhibitors were selling mirrors, some of which featured highly original designs.
This gave me the idea to plan this street photography session in Salon, similar to the museum photography strolls I usually take.
Photographing the reflections of visitors (and exhibitors) in a wide variety of mirrors turned out to be a lot of fun.
Back to back
Face to face
Distorting mirrors
Taking pictures in funhouse mirrors is a bit like going back to childhood—it’s so much fun!
A meeting of gazes
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PAD Mirror
PAD is an international fair dedicated to historical and contemporary design, as well as decorative arts and collecting. Every year, it brings together leading galleries in cities such as Paris, London, and Saint-Tropez.
Founded in Paris in 1998, PAD is billed as the world’s leading design fair. Over the years, it has established itself as a major event for collectors, gallery owners, and art and design enthusiasts.
The PAD stands out for its blend of historical and contemporary pieces, selected with the utmost care.
It is now recognized as a leading fair for discovering rare objects, exceptional furniture, and high-quality artistic creations.
Photographs and texts: Thierry Allard, all rights reserved.
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