Gisèle Pelicot

I discovered Gisèle Pelicot and was deeply moved by the power of her story. Today, she embodies a leading figure in the fight against sexual violence, but also a form of resilience that transcends individual experience.

Through a series of portraits, I wanted to highlight this inner strength, this dignity that persists despite the ordeal. My intention is not to depict the violence, but to shift the focus to what remains: presence, resistance, life.

The choice of colored backgrounds is part of this approach. Color acts as a space of light and reconstruction, affirming a positive and vibrant energy. This work is part of a research project where portraiture becomes a gesture that is both sensitive and committed, aiming to restore visibility and power to those whose stories need to be heard differently.
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Gisèle Pelicot n°1

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Gisèle Pelicot n°2

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Gisèle Pelicot n°3

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Gisèle Pelicot n°4

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Gisèle Pelicot n°5

Gisèle Pelicot n°6