#1

Dunes in Arakao

The Arakao region is part of the Aïr Massif, which is still one of the most wooded areas in the Sahara. However, at the border of the Ténéré and its dunes, the already sparse vegetation disappears abruptly.
Niger / between Aïr and Ténéré / 1992

#2

Color variations

Only green is missing, the rarest color in the desert... and symbol of life.

#3

Hanging from the moon

In this lunar landscape, a tree spreads its network of roots and branches across a wide area to catch the meager dew necessary for its survival. Yet another miracle!
Niger / Aïr / Piste d'Agamgam / 1992

#4

Where there’s water, there's life

The waterhole of Iffazane offers a rare treasure: water, which provides for fresh greenery throughout the year.
Niger / Aïr / 2002

#5

Gazelle grass

In the Ténéré, vegetation is often limited to individual grasses, sparse food for gazelles and cattle, but a poetic toy for the wind.

#6

The dunes and the bird

The dunes and the bird A picture puzzle: Where is the bird? With a magnifying glass, one can see the black and white Moulay-Moulay (white-crowned wheatear from the Sahara, Oenanthe leucopyga), which is traditionally regarded as a lucky charm for travelers.

#7

Dunes at Temet

In the dry season, the Wadi Temet consists only of a red-hot riverbed featuring the silhouette of a dead tree, which the dunes protect and threaten at the same time.
Niger / between Aïr and Ténéré / 2003

#8

Marble and wood, a still life

A composition of desolate eternity in the land of Kel-Kédélé.

#9

Dusk over the Arakao

The dead tree in backlight is reminiscent of a fallen figure by Giacometti.
Niger / between Aïr and Ténéré

#10

Draw me a shadow

Shadow of life, shadow of death in the solitude of the desert.
Niger / Between Aïr and Ténéré / 1999

#11

Light and Shadow

The sun rises on Arakao. Nothing will disturb the silence of the shadows or the stillness of the light.
Niger / between Aïr and Ténéré / 1992

#12

Lone Tree, region of Adrar Bous

How did this tree grow roots here? How has it survived the winds, the hungry herds and the men looking for lumber? Maybe they let it live because it provides unexpected shade in return.
Niger / Ténéré / 2003

#13

Solitude

In the dunes of Arakao, darkness approaches and pushes the golden sands into the arms of a cobalt sky.

2004 - Touareg

Life in the desert