About us
The Atmosphere team combines technical and creative expertise, from creative director, motion graphic designer to optical engineer.
ORA Story
I had a life-changing moment during a work trip where I spent hours in an Air France lounge, gazing at a world map with half of it plunged in darkness and half illuminated. This sparked the idea for ORA - a live map represented on a globe. After trials and research, the solution of a projector and “fisheye” lens was found. With the advancements in projector technology, we were able to create a stunning image of a rotating, half-lit earth. Our device is not limited to earth representation, it’s suitable for a variety of uses - from museums to corporate spaces. That’s the start of the ORA journey.
OUR TEAM
Philippe Walter
Founder
Philippe Walter
Founder
After graduating from the Ecole Normale Supérieure, Philippe Walter created “Les Films du kiosque” with François Kraus and produced over 30 films. He also started a tech training company, later acquired by Eurosites. After leading marketing and IT for the merged Eurosites and Châteauform, he founded Atmosphère and developed ORA, a revolutionary spherical projection system.
Gwladys Rabardy
Creative Director
Gwladys Rabardy
Creative Director
Trained at ENSAA Duperré in Paris, Gwladys Rabardy honed her fashion skills under Martin Margiela and the Nelly Rodi style office. She later pursued graphics at Fullsix agency and collaborated with leading style and advisory offices. Currently, she leads the creation studio of Drôlement Nécessaire Agency, serving clients such as Giorgio Armani, Lancôme, Meurice Hotel and Hennessy.
llya Podetti
Optical Engineer
llya Podetti
Optical Engineer
Ilya holds a degree from Ecole Supérieure d’Optique. He gained practical experience through 3 years at Visioshape, a start-up focused on robotics and laser technology. An avid enthusiast of science, he took a break from professional work to pursue fundamental research in gravity physics. In 2022, he joined the team at Atmosphère and brings his technical expertise and imaginative mindset to the organization.
Matthieu Girard
Web Marketing
Matthieu Girard
Web Marketing
Matthieu developed expertise in Web Marketing early on, working for Google, Fnac, and the Mulliez Group. He then founded his own agency, delivering successful digital campaigns for prestigious clients and startups. With expertise in inbound marketing, SEO, and tracking tool management, Matthieu offers a comprehensive view of digital communication strategies. Based in the Basque country, he has been with Atmosphere since 2021.
Frédéric Podetti
History Professor
Frédéric Podetti
History Professor
Frédéric graduated from the Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales. A history and geography professor in Paris and Nîmes, he leads an active life in documentary creation as a producer and then director. He is also a writer and publishes a novel inspired by the character of Marie-Anne Collot. His great culture and experience of storytelling make him an essential element in the process of creating content and animations.
Oleh Troshchyi
Motion Graphic Designer
Oleh Troshchyi
Motion Graphic Designer
Oleh took his classes at the highly reputed National University of Kiev. He made his first steps at Fujifilm and then developed his creativity at Aptrade and then Blackdove established in Miami and specialized in digital art and NFTs. By joining the Atmosphere team, Oleh brings his multiple graphic animation skills, creativity, and aesthetic sense.