YES TO A ROSY FUTURE by Nicolas Righetti HIV Observer Magazine

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You Love Life charts inconsequential moments that make up the patchwork of his art and being

that elucidates their work in progress

YES TO A ROSY FUTURE by Nicolas Righetti HIV Observer MagazineIt was an overwhelming sight that met photographer Nicolas Righetti when he arrived in Dasmascus in May 2007. Preparations for the coming election were in full swing and the city was smothered with one image, that of the unopposed President, Bashar alAssad, who was to be re elected another seven years. From monumental portraits to publicity handouts in both public and private spaces, the ruler of Syria became unavoidable and the message was clear;