Flandrien presents a photographic exploration focused on intimate, textured portraits set against the cultural and environmental backdrop of Flanders. Stephan Vanfleteren employs a stark, high-contrast black-and-white style that highlights the resilience and character etched into his subjects’ faces and surroundings.

The book delves into themes of identity, regional pride, and endurance, portraying individuals who embody the spirit and history of the area. Through tightly composed images, Vanfleteren captures the subtle complexities of expression and physicality, inviting viewers into a contemplative engagement with each subject.

Published by Editions Hannibal in 2021, this 132-page volume consolidates Vanfleteren’s nuanced visual narrative, grounded in both local specificity and timeless human portrayal.