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Michel Gravel
Michel Gravel (Jeux Olympiques de Montréal, 1976).jpg
Gravel in 1976
Born 1936
Died 13 January 2021(2021-01-13) (aged 84–85)
Nationality Canadian
Occupation Photographer

Michel Gravel (born 1936, died January 13, 2021) was a famous Canadian photographer. He was known as one of the best photojournalists in Quebec. A photojournalist is someone who tells stories using pictures for newspapers or magazines.

Michel Gravel: A Photographer's Story

Early Life and Career

Michel Gravel studied photography and finished his courses in 1954. From 1956 to 1957, he worked at Studio David Bier. After that, he started working for big newspapers. These included Le Devoir, the Montreal Gazette, and La Presse.

Capturing Big Moments

During his time as a photojournalist, Michel Gravel covered many important events. He took pictures at the Vietnam War, showing what was happening there. He also photographed the 1976 Summer Olympics held in Montreal. His photos helped people understand these big moments in history.

Later Years and Legacy

Michel Gravel retired from photography in 2005. In the same year, some of his best photographs were shown in a special exhibition. This show took place at the Maison de la culture Frontenac [fr] in Montreal. Michel Gravel passed away on January 13, 2021, when he was 84 years old.

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