With La lumière comme sculpteur, Cédric Grenet presents a collection of 40 photographs in which light and shadow converse with depth and poetry. Here, light does more than illuminate: it becomes matter and tool, shaping forms and textures.
Inspired by the American photographer Ray K. Metzker, a master of fragmented compositions and striking contrasts, and by Olivier Roche, a photographer from Le Havre who explores materials and light, Cédric Grenet pursues an artistic quest centered on light as a sculptural element.
His images, taken in the Caux Seine agglo region and along the Seine estuary, plunge the viewer into urban, industrial and natural landscapes. Light redefines contours, accentuates lines and transforms each photograph into a visual sculpture, revealing a metamorphosed reality.
Through a subtle play of shadows and contrasts, Cédric Grenet invites us to rediscover our everyday environment, to perceive textures differently and to feel the silent power of light. In this masterful chiaroscuro, shadow and light confront and harmonize to offer a renewed vision of the world.
Cédric Grenet: Career and work of a photographer from Normandy
Cédric Grenet, born on December 12, 1974 and resident in Octeville-sur-Mer in Normandy, studied history and geography before specializing in planning and communication techniques at the University of Le Havre. This background has influenced his approach to landscapes and urban spaces.
In parallel with his professional career in information systems - he is currently Director of Digital and Information Systems at Caux Seine agglo - Cédric Grenet has devoted himself to photography. His work highlights his native region, in particular the city of Le Havre, and illustrates his attachment to the Normandy landscape.
Themes and inspirations
Cédric Grenet expresses a marked sensitivity to the urban landscapes and architecture of Le Havre, rebuilt after the Second World War. Light, which he describes as his "constant ally in creation", plays a central role in his work. This attention to luminosity reflects the atmospheric variations characteristic of Normandy landscapes.
Techniques and innovations
In 2022, he obtained certification as a drone pilot, which he uses to enrich his photographic projects. His technical approach combines innovation and artistic flair, reflecting a constant exploration of new perspectives.
Distribution and recognition
Cédric Grenet shares his work on platforms such as Instagram (@grenetc76930) and Flickr, where he exhibits series dedicated to Le Havre and Normandy. His name appears among the contributors to the book La Normandie en 500 photos, affirming his role in promoting the region?s heritage.
An exhibition to be enjoyed at the La Laiterie tearoom at the Abbaye du Valasse from June 28 to August 31.
Inspired by the American photographer Ray K. Metzker, a master of fragmented compositions and striking contrasts, and by Olivier Roche, a photographer from Le Havre who explores materials and light, Cédric Grenet pursues an artistic quest centered on light as a sculptural element.
His images, taken in the Caux Seine agglo region and along the Seine estuary, plunge the viewer into urban, industrial and natural landscapes. Light redefines contours, accentuates lines and transforms each photograph into a visual sculpture, revealing a metamorphosed reality.
Through a subtle play of shadows and contrasts, Cédric Grenet invites us to rediscover our everyday environment, to perceive textures differently and to feel the silent power of light. In this masterful chiaroscuro, shadow and light confront and harmonize to offer a renewed vision of the world.
Cédric Grenet: Career and work of a photographer from Normandy
Cédric Grenet, born on December 12, 1974 and resident in Octeville-sur-Mer in Normandy, studied history and geography before specializing in planning and communication techniques at the University of Le Havre. This background has influenced his approach to landscapes and urban spaces.
In parallel with his professional career in information systems - he is currently Director of Digital and Information Systems at Caux Seine agglo - Cédric Grenet has devoted himself to photography. His work highlights his native region, in particular the city of Le Havre, and illustrates his attachment to the Normandy landscape.
Themes and inspirations
Cédric Grenet expresses a marked sensitivity to the urban landscapes and architecture of Le Havre, rebuilt after the Second World War. Light, which he describes as his "constant ally in creation", plays a central role in his work. This attention to luminosity reflects the atmospheric variations characteristic of Normandy landscapes.
Techniques and innovations
In 2022, he obtained certification as a drone pilot, which he uses to enrich his photographic projects. His technical approach combines innovation and artistic flair, reflecting a constant exploration of new perspectives.
Distribution and recognition
Cédric Grenet shares his work on platforms such as Instagram (@grenetc76930) and Flickr, where he exhibits series dedicated to Le Havre and Normandy. His name appears among the contributors to the book La Normandie en 500 photos, affirming his role in promoting the region?s heritage.
An exhibition to be enjoyed at the La Laiterie tearoom at the Abbaye du Valasse from June 28 to August 31.
