Professional photographer Frédéric Coignot from Perrigny-lès-Dijon has been awarded the silver medal in the Architecture category at the prestigious French Professional Photography Medals (Médailles de la Photographie Professionnelle Française), a national competition organized by the French Federation of Photography and Image Professions. The ceremony took place at the Paris Photo Salon, one of the most important gatherings for photography enthusiasts and professionals.
Coignot's artistic vision and technical mastery earned him this distinction in the particularly demanding field of architectural photography. "Receiving this silver medal is a major recognition of my work by my peers," the photographer said. He continued, "Architectural photography requires a precise eye, technical rigor, and a particular artistic sensitivity."
This latest honor adds to Coignot's growing list of professional achievements. In 2023, he became a Master Craftsman in Arts and Crafts (Maître Artisan en Métiers d'Art), an official distinction that recognizes artisanal excellence. The following year in 2024, he received the title of European Photographer, awarded by the European Federation of Photography. Now in 2025, he has obtained the silver medal at the MPPF in the Architecture category.
Based in Perrigny-lès-Dijon, Frédéric Coignot works across several photography domains including reportage photography, portraiture, studio work, as well as heritage and architectural photography - a specialty in which he particularly excels. His diverse portfolio demonstrates his versatility and expertise across multiple photographic disciplines.
As a certified trainer, Coignot also shares his expertise with younger generations and professionals looking to transition into photography. His studio, located on rue du Vignery in Perrigny-lès-Dijon, has become both a creative space and a center for knowledge transmission. His website, www.realisapix.com, showcases his work and allows visitors to view his portfolio, serving as an ambassador for the region's artistic talent in the field of professional photography.
