Dive with Matthieu Gafsou into the heart of rural youth festivals

I’ve been thinking about this subject for the past 20 years.

Between festive rituals, local solidarity, and cultural codes, Matthieu Gafsou captures the essence of rural youth festivals.

His project explores the invisible bonds that unite the members of these communities and questions the relationship between city and countryside. In this interview, he reveals his artistic choices, his sources of inspiration, and his way of transforming local roots into a universal narrative.

Interview conducted by Julie Dayer
Video: © Elise Gyger/ Photo Elysée/ Plateforme 10