In the Course of Time: A Japanese Journey | October 1, 2026 – January 8, 2027, Club We are, Paris
The We are_club presents *Au temps du temps, itinérance japonaise*, a series of photographs by Muriel Pénicaud dedicated to Japan, her “spiritual home,” which she has been exploring for twenty years through numerous trips.
“Who Are You?” | October 7–6, 2026, Bucherer, Paris
The adventure of the “Qui es-tu?” collective continues, this time in the elegant setting of the Bucherer watch and jewelry house.
Book Signing & Meet-and-Greet | September 19, 2026, Studio Livres Bookstore, Le Crotoy
The Studio Livres bookstore in Le Crotoy will host Muriel Pénicaud for a talk and book signing.
Fibre du monde | July 6 – November 8, Arles Off Festival
Presented as part of OFF Arles 2026, the exhibition *Fibre du monde* brings together Muriel Pénicaud, Elvira, and James Vil. Three perspectives, two regions, a shared humanistic sensibility.
“Obscure Clarté” Nominated for the Audience Award | reFocus Award 2026
Taken in Hokkaido, Japan, in 2025, the photograph *Obscure Clarté* has been nominated for the People’s Choice Award at the 2026 reFocus Awards. Support this image by voting before June 15.
Women's Espoir | May 18 – September 24, 2026, Club We Are, Lille
From May 18 to September 24, 2026, the Club We Are in Lille will host Muriel Pénicaud’s exhibition *Femme Espoir *.
Group Exhibition “Strange Birds” | June 20 – July 5, Ingwiller, Alsace
From June 20 to July 5, 2026, the French Federation of Bespoke Fashion Design will present the exhibition *Drôles d’Oiseaux* at the Ingwiller Town Hall, a multidisciplinary art project combining fashion design, arts and crafts, and contemporary photography.
Art & Business Conference | June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., Buzzart Festival, Isle-sur-Sorgue
On June 24 at 6 p.m., as part of the BUZZART Festival, the Nouvel VAG in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue will host a lecture and book signing led by Muriel Pénicaud on the theme of Art & Business.
The “Who Are You?” collective at De Main de Maître
For its first appearance at De Main de Maître, the collective Qui es-tu ? presented three new works by Marie Archambaud (metal embroidery), Marie Drouet (basket weaver), and Sébastien Real (visual artist).
Opening of “In Cielo In Terra” at the Museo Parisi Valle in Maccagno, Italy
On Saturday, March 28, the Museo Parisi Valle opened “In Cielo In Terra,” an exhibition dedicated to the photographic work of Muriel Pénicaud.
Exhibition “Fleeting Moments” with Jaana Myöhänen | April 1 – September 30, 2026
The new showroom in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is hosting “Fleeting Moments,” an exhibition featuring photographer Muriel Pénicaud and sculptor Jaana Myöhänen.
In Cielo In Terra | March 29 – June 29, Civico Museo Parisi Valle, Italy
From March 29 to June 29, 2026, Muriel Pénicaud presents In Cielo In Terra at the Civico Museo Parisi Valle, a monographic exhibition bringing together more than seventy photographs, curated by Federico Crimi.
2nd edition of the "The Power of Connection by Sakura" contest
On March 6, International Women's Day, the Théâtre de la Ville – Sarah Bernhardt in Paris hosted L'Étincelle du Lien. The event included the awards ceremony for the photo contest "La Puissance du Lien par Sakura" (The Power of Connection by Sakura).
Inauguration cocktail party at the Sofitel
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg celebrated the opening of the exhibition Qui es-tu ? ( Who are you?) with a cocktail party attended by artists, artisans, collectors, partners, and friends of the hotel.
A look back at the highlights of 2025
Many of you have been following Muriel Pénicaud's photographic news. In 2025, her work led to unexpected encounters, collaborations, and exhibitions in France and abroad. Here's a look back at the highlights.
Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg hosts works by the collective “Qui es-tu ?”
From January 8 to March 27, Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg will display works by the Qui es-tu collective in its windows.
Opening of the sixth ARAKU Coffee shop in Bengaluru, India
At the opening of the sixth ARAKU Coffee café in Bengaluru, Muriel Pénicaud met up again with the farmers she had photographed in the Araku Valley.
Awards at the Monochrome Awards & ReFocus Awards
Muriel Pénicaud has been honored with several Honorable Mentions at the Monochrome Awards, and also received an Honorable Mention at the 2025 ReFocus Awards.
Muriel Pénicaud in Hyderabad, India
In Hyderabad, Muriel Pénicaud presented her photographic work and shared her unique journey, which combines photography, social engagement, political responsibilities, and humanist convictions.
Muriel Pénicaud presides over the Young Talents Photo Awards 2025
The Young Talents Photo Awards, supported by Young Talents (AEF info group) in partnership with AFDAS, puts photography in the spotlight in an edition presided over by Muriel Pénicaud.