ARNAU BACH - SUBURBIA

Spanish photographer Arnau Bach (b. Barcelona, 1981) created a series documenting the unrest of the banlieue titled “Suburbia”. Interested in finding stories and images outside of those sensationalized by mainstream media, starting in 2006 he would spend years in Seine-Saint-Denis, one of Paris's largest suburbs populated by over a million people. His photo series depicts the shocking violence and riots, but also shows facets of youth lifestyle and culture; one that is lacking in opportunities, venerates hip hop and finds ways to rebel.