Stop the presses! I am taking time out from the series in the Luberon because I have some very exciting news. This month’s National Geographic France is on the newsstands and features the work of my honey, Remi Benali.
Those of you that have been reading for a while know that Remi has been assigned to cover the excavation and renovation of an intact Roman boat right here in Arles. As I have mentioned previously, the story will be divided into three sections in France and the world-wide editions will present the complete version in 2014.
This is an enormous step forward for Remi as it has been the dream of his career to work with the National Geographic. It was very exciting for us to see his name credited along with Patrick Landmann as well as Teddy Seguin and Lionel Roux for the underwater photography. Eight out of the twelve photographs presented are Remi’s and from here on out, he will be covering the story on his own.
This will give you a little preview of the dynamic energy in the photographs. For the rest, well, those of you in France can always stop by your local press to pick up a copy. On the magazine’s website, there is a teaser video about this fascinating subject: National Geographic France website. Alas, it is French but interesting enough for those that don’t speak the language to understand.
Bravo, my love! I am so proud of you.
I would really like to obtain a copy of this issue. I was in arles last month and found it fascinating. If you know how to do this please email me at Ca*************@**CG.mil
Oh wow! Congratulations Remi! This is most exciting indeed.
How wonderful to fulfil your dreams!!
Clare x
Congratulations Remi!
Thank you for posting about the project
And, from another post about the oil mess in Equador. I thank you both for raising awareness.
Congratulations to Remi for such an exciting accomplishment in National Geographic. You must be so excited for him Heather. I love archeological digs and the entire amphora coming out of this site is amazing. I can’t wait to see more!
XX
Debra~
Again, a heartfelt thank you to everyone on my behalf. Remi has been so touched by your kind words. It really has been an amazing experience so far and I am thrilled to be a part of it!