The exclusive photo studio at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann
Each portrait taken = a donation to advance research on neurological diseases.
On February 27 and 28, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM, Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann will host Olivier Goy’s pop-up photo studio under its dome. Participants can make a donation to the Paris Brain Institute, be photographed by Olivier Goy, and receive a print of their portrait depending on the amount of their contribution. Find Olivier Goy on the 2nd floor of the Coupole store (Rest area), with free access and no appointment necessary.
An artistic and solidarity project for the benefit of research
Diagnosed with ALS (Charcot disease), entrepreneur and photographer Olivier Goy launched The Generous Mural several months ago, an artistic and philanthropic project of exceptional scale for the benefit of the Paris Brain Institute.
Thousands of portraits of donors, researchers, and caregivers photographed by Olivier Goy will be assembled into a massive 200m2 mural that will decorate the facade of the Paris Brain Institute to celebrate its 15 years of commitment to medical research.
Participate in the work: You can make a donation to the Paris Brain Institute (starting from 30€). A face of hope: A solidarity movement that invites everyone to become one of the thousands of faces of hope. More details here.
About Olivier Goy
A married father of two, Olivier Goy is an entrepreneur and photographer whose life changed in 2020 when he was diagnosed with ALS (Charcot disease). He now fights with “two roles”: for medical research and for the place of disability in our society.
Today, as an ambassador for the Paris Brain Institute (the 2nd largest neuroscience research center in the world), he spreads a message of hope through the film Invincible Summer, the book Invincible, or the Invincibles Together concert. These initiatives have already raised 4 million euros in donations for research in France and Canada.
He is also the co-founder of the photo4food foundation, which fights poverty through photography. Olivier Goy is a Knight of the National Order of Merit and a Knight of the Legion of Honor. He is also the sponsor of The Invincibles, a joyful association for patients created following the release of his film.
📍 Coupole Store – 2nd Floor
40 Boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris
Friday, Feb 27 & Saturday, Feb 28 from 11 AM to 4 PM
No appointment necessary
