Above Chamonix, a breathtaking spectacle unfolds. In the foreground, the Drus tumble down, vertiginous blades of rock, while in the background, theAiguille Verte rises to an altitude of 4,122 metres. In this face-to-face setting, verticality impresses, lines intersect and contrasts respond.

The snow, deposited by the latest precipitation, dresses the faces in a luminous veil. Ridges are highlighted, corridors sparkle, reliefs are revealed with a rare intensity. The mist still floats in the valley, clinging to the flanks, tearing under the light. The mountain breathes. The scenery is constantly changing, offering a scene where grandeur mingles with fragility.

The Drus fascinate with their slender profile, a mythical silhouette that draws the eye. The more massiveAiguille Verte imposes its presence with its quiet power. Together, they form a majestic alliance: the sharp finesse of the Drus meets the colossal strength of the Verte.

I contemplate this harmony. Every detail counts: the snow clinging to the cracks, the shadows gliding through the corridors, the light skimming the peaks. The moment is fleeting, and therein lies its beauty. The mountain can only be captured for a brief moment, before transforming itself anew.

In this black-and-white portrait, I seek to immortalize the soul of the Chamonix valley: iconic summits , mythical faces, an exceptional atmosphere. TheAiguille Verte and the Drus, united in a sublime verticality, remind us that the high mountains are both a monument of rock and a breath of eternity.