CITRONNE Gallery and the Hellenic American Union present "Matrix of Worlds", a photography exhibition by Muriel Pénicaud (September, 17 – October 8, 2025). The exhibition is part of the Applied Greek–French Dialogues initiative.
Muriel Pénicaud is a distinguished figure in French public life, former Minister of Labour and Ambassador of France to the OECD. Less known, however, is her identity as an accomplished photographer of international recognition and acclaim. The starting point of her photographic practice lies in her numerous professional and personal journeys, and the experiences that accompany them. The exhibition presents scenes, narratives, and snapshots from the fragile trajectory of our world.
"Matrix of Worlds" serves as a "registry" of humanity—not merely recording visible reality but seeking to reveal the hidden truth that lies beyond first impressions. Pénicaud draws inspiration from the great photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson and his belief that photography should "align the mind, the eye, and the heart". In this spirit, she avoids stylized or staged imagery, following instead her guiding desire that "each viewer becomes the storyteller of their own narrative".
The "Matrix" reflects a personal visual exploration. The wings of birds, human figures, familiar or unknown landscapes, deep-rooted trees, and the bearers of the future emerge through the interplay of light and shadow, transforming into vessels of meaning addressed to the viewer.
Her works have been exhibited in Paris, India, Senegal, Beijing, Tokyo, the United States, and Spain.
"Matrix of Worlds" marks Muriel Pénicaud’s first photographic exhibition in Greece. It is presented within the framework of the Applied Greek–French Dialogues and is curated by Dr Tatiana Spinari-Pollali, Art Historian and Director of CITRONNE Gallery.
Venue: Hadjikyriakos-Ghika Gallery, Hellenic American Union, 22 Massalias Street, Athens
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Muriel Pénicaud, Reconciliation? Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2015
