Yandal Touala is a young French photographer of Algerian origin. His work explores identity, place, and memory, often rooted in personal and cultural history. In December 2023, he photographed in the Casbah of Algiers, a historic site shaped by centuries of layered narratives.
The figure in the foreground is intentionally out of focus, suggesting presence rather than identity. Behind him, the city appears sharp and expansive, revealing the weight of history and the density of human stories embedded in the landscape. This contrast reflects the tension between youth and heritage, and the quiet relationship between people and the spaces they inhabit.