Paolo Verzone

Paolo Verzone is an accomplished photographer with nearly three decades of experience capturing the world through his lens. Based in Barcelona, Spain, he has developed a reputation for his long-term projects that explore themes of identity, culture, and environment. Among his notable works are Seeuropeans (1994–2002), a portrait series of Europeans at the beach, and the Moscow Project (1991–2021), which spans three decades documenting the lives of Muscovites. His project on cadets from leading European military academies (2009–2014) offers a compelling exploration of youth and European identity, culminating in a book published by La Martinière in 2014.

Since 2009, Verzone has focused on the Arctic, delving into scientific and environmental topics. His work has been featured in prestigious publications such as National Geographic, Newsweek, Le Monde, Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone, and many others. His artistry has earned him numerous accolades, including three World Press Photo awards (2000, 2009, 2015) and the Picture of the Year International award in 2023. His photographs are part of esteemed collections at institutions like the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, the Bibliothèque Nationale de France, and the Istituto Nazionale della Grafica in Rome.

Verzone’s exhibitions have spanned the globe, with solo showcases such as “Arctic Zero” presented at festivals across Europe and group exhibitions featured at events like the World Press Photo exhibition and Rencontres Internationales de la Photographie. In addition to his artistic achievements, he has served as a Canon Ambassador since 2017 and became a National Geographic Explorer in 2024. Paolo Verzone’s work continues to inspire audiences by blending visual storytelling with profound cultural and environmental insights.