biography
Romain Claris, born in 1983 in Cannes, discovered his passion for visual arts at a young age during a trip to Niger in 1995. Fascinated by the filming of Imûhar in the middle of the desert, he initially turned to photography, exploring black-and-white imagery before moving on to color.
By selling his poetry collections at Bordeaux train station, he financed the purchase of his first digital camera and, starting in 2000, began making his first very short films, such as Infini in Spain and Real Trip in New York. In 2004, he collaborated with artist James Coleman on the Lisbon Project.
Graduating with honors in 2005 from the Conservatoire Libre du Cinéma Français, he created the video department of the communication agency Claris image builder. There, he produced nearly 500 promotional films and construction follow-up films, mainly for the luxury sector.
Committed to sharing his expertise, he has regularly taken part in educational projects since 2013, particularly within the high schools of Pauillac and Talence.
Romain Claris is also the co-créeator and director of the Bordeaux Shorts Biennale 2026, an international festival dedicated to one-minute films and short films, which brings together works from around the world and highlights new talents.