Generational

From the artist:
tu es le futur –– you are the future
Paris, France, 2022
35 mm film

Captured within the evocative setting of the "Hyperréalisme" exhibit at Musée Maillol in Paris, this compelling photograph serves as a profound exploration of hyperrealism's intrigue. The subject, a sculpture by Marc Sijan titled "Embrace" from 2014, employs polyester resin and oil paint to craft figures so meticulously human in appearance that they demand a second glance to discern their true nature. The act of photographing these figures further layers the illusion, solidifying their human facade in a frozen moment, and prompting introspection on the essence of reality and the artifice skillfully woven by hyperrealist artists. Through this lens, the line between actuality and artistry doesn't just blur—it vanishes, leaving a haunting impression of life where none exists.