The Azores: A Garden on the Atlantic

If you’re curious about the Azores beyond typical travel photos, this exhibition offers a thoughtful look through the lens of French photojournalist Micheline Pelletier. Her images cover all nine islands and capture the changing seasons, showing how light and nature shape this unique Atlantic archipelago. You’ll see the islands as a vibrant garden and sense the delicate balance between nature and human development. Held at the Sacred Art Centre, the exhibition is free to visit, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Pelletier’s work invites you to pause and consider the relationship between environment and culture in a place that feels both remote and alive. The photos highlight subtle details often missed in a quick visit, offering a quieter, more reflective experience. Whether you’re interested in photography, nature, or island life, you’ll find something that resonates. It’s a chance to connect with the Azores in a way that’s both visual and thoughtful, without leaving the city.