Brazilian photographer based in Paris, João Bolan has been working as a freelance photographer since 2013. His work explores social issues in urban environments and the aftermath of armed conflicts.
A graduate of the Magnum Photos Master’s program in Creative Documentary & Photojournalism, João has collaborated with brands, publications, and on personal projects across diverse international contexts. His body of work is characterized by a documentary approach, blending photo reportage with a deep, narrative-driven style.
BOOKS
Musée Immédiat, 128p Paris, 2017, published by Essarter Editions
Eu amo comida, 100p, Sao Paulo, 2016, published by Editora MOL
Musée Immédiat, 128p Paris, 2017, published by Essarter Editions
Eu amo comida, 100p, Sao Paulo, 2016, published by Editora MOL
EXHIBITIONS
São Paulo: Crônicas Visuais, 2015, Sorocaba, Brazil.
ONZE, 2015, São Paulo, Brazil.
VERA Art Festival, 2015, Lisbon, Portugal.
2016 in Pictures, Spéos Gallery, Paris, France.
Vois OFF Arles Photography Festival, 2016 Arles, France.
Occupation at Jean Jaurés, 2016, Agence Magnum Photos, Paris, France.
La Goutte d'Or, La Reguliére Gallery, 2017, Paris, France.
Stromboli, Espaço Cores & Molduras, 2017, Criciúma, Brazil.
Musée Immédiat, Atelier Meraki, 2017, Paris, France.
São Paulo: Crônicas Visuais, 2015, Sorocaba, Brazil.
ONZE, 2015, São Paulo, Brazil.
VERA Art Festival, 2015, Lisbon, Portugal.
2016 in Pictures, Spéos Gallery, Paris, France.
Vois OFF Arles Photography Festival, 2016 Arles, France.
Occupation at Jean Jaurés, 2016, Agence Magnum Photos, Paris, France.
La Goutte d'Or, La Reguliére Gallery, 2017, Paris, France.
Stromboli, Espaço Cores & Molduras, 2017, Criciúma, Brazil.
Musée Immédiat, Atelier Meraki, 2017, Paris, France.
CONTACT
joaovictornb@gmail.com
Paris, France
joaovictornb@gmail.com
Paris, France