Sheriff Gallery has the pleasure to present Thaddé Comar's photographic series "HOW WAS YOUR DREAM ?", winner of the 7L Photography Grand Jury Prize of the villa Noailles. 
 
"HOW WAS YOUR DREAM ?" is a compelling photographic exploration realized during the intense Hong Kong protests spanning from June to October 2019. This project delves into the contemporary evolution of protest and insurrection within societies increasingly characterized by pervasive surveillance and control. 
 
Recognized by the Swiss Design Awards 2023 and the 7L Photography Grand Jury Prize of the villa Noailles, among others, "HOW WAS YOUR DREAM ?" has been acclaimed for its insightful contribution to the discourse on social movements, control systems, and the ongoing struggle for individuality in the face of expansive societal controls.
 
Since 2022, Sheriff Projects is partnering with the International festival of fashion, photography and accessories - Hyères, following its commitment and support to emerging talents in the creative industries. All prints of this exhibition were produced by Sheriff Projects’ Art Lab

Photographs by Thaddé Comar
Curation by Sophie Strobele
 
OPENING ____  THURSDAY, MAY 16th
53 RUE DE TURENNE ___ 6:30 PM with the artist present 
With the support of Sheriff Projects and Art Lab. Sheriff Gallery
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This year’s prize asks artists to creatively respond to the theme 'Tomorrow'ing: Visions of a better future'.

As we enter 2024, the world is confronted by a waning sense of optimism, with urgent social, political, and economic issues front of mind for people around the globe. So, what can we do to build a more optimistic vision of tomorrow’s world? This year’s prize invites emerging artists to tackle some of the world’s most pressing issues and act as a beacon of hope in the pursuit of a better tomorrow.

A total prize fund of £20,000 will be split between six winners, five to receive £2,000 and one overall winner to receive £10,000. Winning artists will exhibit their work at Saatchi Gallery in London.

As part of a shared mission in making art, culture, and creativity accessible to everyone, this prize is a celebration of emerging artistic talent. It will highlight and stimulate dialogue around visual arts as a medium for positive global and social change and give exposure to emerging artists worldwide.

Deadline for entries: 17 July 2024
mcsaatchi.com/artforchangeprize

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The work of the multidisciplinary artist Andrés Reisinger cannot be pigeonholed. With his extensive body of work, the Argentine artist living in Spain bridges both the physical and virtual worlds, creating a unique universe. On one day, he crafts fantasy realms inspired by computers, on another, he designs real furniture, and in between, he collaborates with major houses like Dior and Gucci to develop campaigns. And now, his first limited edition book is being released.

'With immense pleasure, I unveil to you all ‘Unclassifiable’, my first ever book. Entirely self-published and available in a limited edition of 1000 copies, ‘Unclassifiable’ has been crafted by the collective genius of philosophers, authors, artists, and curators. More than a simple publication: a transformative journey through art and design, a tactile and intimate odyssey through seven pivotal years of my career, an immersive and vivid tapestry of creativity, and yet another expression of the endless human inventiveness. ‘Unclassifiable’ was conceived as a reflection of a universe of limitless imagination and of a dialogue that is redefining the cultural landscape at large. It is a chronicle not just of my journey but of an era of ceaseless experimentation.

Five different chapters unfold one after the other, presenting my work under diverse abstract and poetic themes, as distinctive as expansive, that capture the essence of my practice. This 348-page hardcover book is a symbiosis of form and emotion; its layout and design mirror the meticulous detail and emotional resonance that I’ve always dedicated to my work and pay tribute to the craft of high-end book creation. ‘Unclassifiable’ is assembled by hand through age-old methods, featuring hand-applied colour plates on fine art paper, reflecting the artisan’s distinct touch.
 
“I believe, and some good critics agree with me, that a new chapter in the long history of our production of artworks and our understanding of their quality and meaning is only just beginning. This paradigm shift coincides, of course, with the advent of digital technologies. In the following pages I shall try to revive these old discussions around mimetics and methectics in an attempt to provide both an introduction to Reisinger’s creations in this context and an explanation why his works constitute a remarkable starting point for anyone willing to explore the new age of fine arts that might now be dawning” states in the book’s forward Florencio Noceti, whom I thank dearly for having accompanied me on this journey, alongside international author David Plaisant and Spanish-Argentinian artist duo Lamas Burgariotti.

I was thrilled to unveil ‘Unclassifiable’ in Paris during Paris+ par Art Basel 2023 at MODES boutique, the global omni-channel luxury retailer, with an installation that also featured the symbol of my practice, Dutch lifestyle brand Moooi’s Hortensia. While at first ‘Unclassifiable’ was conceived to simply represent my artistic journey, it soon grew into a transformative journey itself, of which you are all a crucial part. So, simply, thank you. See you all soon, in the next chapter of this adventure.
 
Yours truly,

Andrés


‘Unclassifiable’ is available in a limited edition of 1000 copies at reisingerbook.com.
Hardcover, 348 pages , Dimensions of 23×30 cm
 

 GoSee : reisinger.studio & reisingerbook.com
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