French President Emmanuel Macron's official photographer, Soazig de La Moissonnière, has been instrumental in shaping his contemporary political image. Since 2016, she has documented his journey from Minister of the Economy to the Élysée Palace. Her candid black-and-white photographs, often shared on Instagram, depict Macron in moments of solitude and reflection, presenting a more relatable and human side of the leader. These images, such as one showing him in a hoodie and three-day stubble, have resonated with the public, blending political storytelling with personal authenticity. De La Moissonnière's work has been compared to that of Pete Souza, former White House photographer, for its ability to convey the essence of leadership through intimate visuals. Her approach emphasizes the power of imagery in modern political communication, highlighting the intersection of personal narrative and public perception.
Πρώτο ΘΕΜΑ, 21 March 2022