Valentin Abad is a Spanish photographer and visual artist based in Madrid. He has been working in the field of photography since the early 2000s, and his work has been featured in numerous exhibitions and publications around the world.
Valentin's work focuses on capturing the beauty of everyday life, often through a combination of documentary and fine art photography. His photographs are characterized by their vivid colors, strong composition, and unique perspectives. He is particularly interested in exploring themes of identity, memory, and nostalgia.
Valentin has exhibited his work at galleries and museums across Europe, including the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the Photographers' Gallery in London. His photographs have also been featured in publications such as The New York Times Magazine, The Guardian, Vogue Italia, and National Geographic.
In addition to his photographic practice, Valentin is also an active member of several photography collectives such as La Fábrica Photo Agency and Photographic Social Vision. He regularly participates in workshops and lectures on photography around Spain.
Valentin's work has earned him numerous awards over the years including a World Press Photo Award for his series "The Other Side of Madrid" (2015) and a Hasselblad Masters Award (2017).