Jean Marc Bara

Artist Statement

My name is Jean-Marc Bara. Photography allows me to share the world as I see it — a visual candy store filled with moments worth capturing. While street photography is my main focus, I also explore other genres.

My friends often describe me as organized and passionate about order. For me, photography is not just an art form; it’s also a tool for understanding, structuring, and simplifying the world around me.

In my street photography, I aim to capture candid moments that intrigue, amuse, or provoke thought while maintaining a formal and aesthetically pleasing composition. I like American contemporary photographer Alec Soth’s wording of the key ingredients: Light, Moment, and Magic.

Since 2011, I have participated in juried shows and, more recently, international street photography competitions.