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Ardennes Fatimah Ornati
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Ardennes Fatimah Ornati is a Swiss photographer and conceptual designer of Italian and American descent. As a photographer, she endeavors to depict the world and people through a fresh and mindful lens, revitalizing the ordinary to the viewer. She focuses on portraiture and still life, using photography as a medium to explore and spark discussions on social and cultural issues. As a designer, she focuses on conceptual depth with social and collaborative practices, placing interdisciplinary approaches at the forefront of her work. As a social butterfly, you will probably find her connecting with other fellow humans over the dance floor. She is currently pursuing a Master degree in Cultural Analysis and Moral Philosophy at the University of Zurich. Finally, Ardennes is part of the Z-Kubator What’s Next Program 2025-26 (link) and the Swiss Study Foundation (link).

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AWARDS, PUBLICATIONS & OTHER

2025 Frayme Magazine, Documentary Photography (link)
2024 Showcase Design, 2024 (link)
2024 Forming Diversity, ZHDK (link)
2020 New York Times Gen Z Photography Contest (link)

EXHIBITIONS

2025 Palazzo Broletto; Pavia, Italy (link)
2025 Photo Schweiz; Zurich, Switzerland (link)
2024 Diploma Exhibition; Zurich, Switzerland (link)
2024 Galleria della Loggia; Carona, Switzerland
2024 Gallerie Fotografie Sechs; Basel, Switzerland