The innovative project, called Jeunes Talents (“young talents”) is intended to capture the spirit of modern France through the eyes of a new generation of American artists. The collection of images is stunning in its range of expression and subject matter, from portraiture to the surreal, architectural themes to landscape, naturalistic to ethereal. Students were given free reign to interpret the daily life of the city where they were assigned, and the result is a radical departure from the old iconic imagery of France. Instead, what these photographs reveal are new perspectives on contemporary society that can only come from fresh eyes. In its totality, this collection represents a summation of the artist’s feelings and personal understanding of the region that they visited: A perspective that is enlightening, and by turns beautiful and compelling.Supported by Maison de la France, Culture Service of the French Consulate and Flax.

Discover all the pictures and vote for your favorite photographer at www.franceguide.com/jeunestalents.