If the 2015 edition of Arles aims to bring together different trends in photography, then the exhibition Fellini 8 ½ is a good introduction. It features never-before-seen color photographs taken by Paul Ronald on the set of Fellini’s legendary film. The selection was made by the late French photographer, who also worked with Jean Cocteau and Luchino Visconti.
Armed with a second Hasselblad and color film—the first was in black and white for the production—Ronald captured powerful images and plays subtly with color. “The costumes and the sets were magnificent colors,” Ronald said in an interview.
He often used color for his portraits taken during a film shoot, leaving behind those shot in the studio, which he found less interesting.
with interviews by Sam Stourdzé curator of the exhibitions, with contributions from Anouk Aimée.
EXHIBITION
Arles 2014 : Fellini, 8 ½ couleur
From July 6 to September 20th 2015
Abbaye de Montmajour
Route de Fontvieille
13200 Arles
France
7,5 €
http://www.rencontres-arles.com
