‘The Scent of a Dream: Travels in the World of Coffee’ by Sebastião Salgado is a photographic book commissioned by Illycaffè, documenting the coffee production process from planting to early distribution across Africa, South America, India, Indonesia, and China. The book features consistent style and message, a matte linen cover, and high-quality printing, showing an improvement over Salgado’s earlier work ‘Genesis’. The images present a lighter, more positive mood, reflecting the care in curation and the hopeful theme tied to coffee’s cultural significance. Read Article

The Scent of a Dream is a 2015 photo book by Sebastiao Salgado, showcasing stunning black and white images centered around the theme of coffee. It follows the entire coffee production process from cultivation to shipment, featuring workers engaged in various stages. Salgado’s expert use of natural light and composition highlights the humanity and depth in each scene. The book’s concept, design, and editing were managed by his wife, Lelia Wanick Salgado, emphasizing a collaborative artistic effort. This work provides not only a visual narrative of coffee but also insight into global labor conditions. Read Article