Beur noir “ is the french for a black eye injuried, but “beur” means also
“young from North African immigration”
wich is a thematic about positives vibrations and energy that fills
suburbs,
This portraits document shows young people in their daily life through
the passion they share : boxing.
it's a way to have Look at these personalities full of desires and
resources.
The suburb is the subject of many misconceptions, media often gives
us an image of ghetto housing a violent and rebellious youth. Is this
really reflection of reality ?
It would be interesting to know how see themselves its own players.
How can those who live there define themselves in relation to others,
in relation to society.
This portraits document proposes to make an inventory, of human
trajectories, addressing the young people in their daily life, their
projects, their problems, their faith ... . through their boxing club.
A room at the foot of a building bar in Grenoble/France. Boxers from
all social classes, all ages, all kind of faiths, who train together
without any kind of distinction.
Francesco Carella born on December 6, 1971 in France, lives in Grenoble.
Francesco discovered photography during his studies in applied arts. He improvises a photo lab in the bathroom and made his first prints. He began his professional life in the building industry and went on to work as a mover, delivery man, handler for several years. This succession of trades allows him to immerse himself in human encounters. An experience with the companions of duty encourages him to develop his skills and to become a mason. In 1998, by happy coincidence, he tried his luck again in the image professions,