September 25—October 1, 2024, L Galerie, Paris, France
PLANÈTE KOUAAN
Zandrine C, Alexandra Dementieva, Anna Frants, Sigrid Hundt
L Galerie, 18, rue Henri Chevreau, Paris
September 25—October 1, 2024
Opening: September 25, 6 pm
Inspired by the mysteries of the cosmos and the intriguing question of the possible existence of extraterrestrial life, the artists combine scientific research, speculative fiction, and their creative intuition to provoke wonder and reflection. They seek to inspire curiosity and contemplation about the unknown forms of life that may inhabit distant worlds.
The artists use various media, including sculpture, painting, digital art, and installation, to give form to these imaginary alien creatures. Each work reflects its unique vision and invites the viewer to consider the unimaginable while offering a glimpse into the diversity and ecosystems that might exist elsewhere in the universe.
Their creative process revolves around exploring shapes, colors, and textures to depict organisms that challenge traditional notions of biology. These striking visual representations blur the boundaries between the familiar and the unfamiliar, prompting reflection on the fragility and interdependence of life forms. The works also feature metaphors that address themes of evolution, resilience, and adaptation, inviting the audience to consider the precariousness and complexity of life, both on Earth and beyond.
The exhibition actively engages viewers through the ARTVIVE app, which animates representations of imaginary aliens. Interactive installations and immersive experiences allow visitors to create narratives and interpretations of these creatures. This collaborative process collectively immerses us in imagination, curiosity, and speculation.
The exhibition will showcase Anna Frants’ ‘Stories of Light’ from the series Simple Pleasures, 2024. Anna Frants’ automated kineographs explore the historical relationship between light and time. These “stories of light” offer contemporary interpretations of humanity’s ancient desire to capture movement and time using light. Through her moving images, Frants pays homage to a tradition that has evolved over millennia, from the era of cave paintings and shadow puppets to the modern age of film, cameras, and digital animation.