The annual edition of the Photo Festival, organized by the Vendargues-based association Talent Foto, has taken place in the Hubert Armingué hall, a valued cultural venue. This year's theme is "100% Nature," as highlighted by Pascale Lock, First Deputy Mayor for Culture.
The exhibition offers both quantity and quality, as suggested by organizer Jean-François Dejosso. He expressed his commitment to defending biodiversity, a shared treasure, by all means possible, emphasizing the value of well-done work.
Guy Lauret, Mayor of Vendargues, praised the quality of the photographs and the photographers' expertise. He also spoke about the patience required to capture exceptional images, whether of animals in their environment, magnificent landscapes, or scenes of animal life, comparing this pursuit to the "Grail" sought by enthusiasts.
The mayor then addressed the core issue, lamenting that biodiversity is sometimes relegated to the background amidst current global difficulties. He recalled that many species are threatened or endangered and encouraged mobilization, calling the photographers "ambassadors for the animal cause" for their role in transmission and motivation. He concluded by sharing a quote from filmmaker, documentarian, and environmental activist Alanis Obomsawin: "When the last tree has been cut down, the last river poisoned, the last fish caught, then we will know that money does not grow on trees."
