Romain Thiery, born in Bergerac in 1988, is an internationally renowned photographic artist, renowned for his ‘Requiem pour pianos’ series, which immortalises abandoned pianos around the world. Combining his passion for photography and music, he captures the melancholy beauty of these instruments while recording their last sounds, creating a unique visual and sonic work. His work, exhibited in prestigious galleries and museums from Paris to Tokyo, has won him numerous awards and rave reviews. Working with the association Musique et Spoliation, he is also committed to the preservation of instruments looted during conflicts. Published in influential media such as The Guardian and El Pais, Romain Thiery continues to inspire and reach a global audience.