The Nadar Family is a prominent family known for their contributions to photography and the arts in the 19th century. The most notable member, Gaspard-Félix Tournachon, commonly known as Nadar, was a pioneering French photographer and caricaturist. He is famous for his innovative portrait photography and for being one of the first to capture aerial photographs using a hot air balloon. In addition to Gaspard, the Nadar family included his brother, Adrien Tournachon, who was also involved in the arts. The family's influence extended beyond photography, impacting literature and journalism during their time. Their legacy continues to be recognized in the fields of visual arts and media.