NEW YORK, NY – This September, Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will host the groundbreaking exhibition FIAT#LUX - The Immersive Exhibition, a site-responsive collaborative installation by the internationally acclaimed French abstract painter Chantal Westby and the photographer Lénaïc Mercier. The exhibition opens on September 26, 2017, and runs through October 17, 2017.
The serendipitous encounter between Chantal Westby and Lénaïc Mercier occurred during Chantal’s exhibition "Kaleidoscope" in Nantes, France, in 2014. This meeting revealed their shared artistic vision, leading to the creation of the collaborative project "FIAT#LUX." Traditionally, painting and photography are seen as parallel disciplines, but Chantal and Lénaïc decided to merge their talents to create something unique.
Lénaïc Mercier’s photographic expertise brings a dreamlike quality to the scenes, while Chantal Westby’s use of Chinese inks and natural mineral pigments adds emotional depth. The process involves Chantal’s brushstrokes being captured by Lénaïc’s camera, resulting in a harmonious blend of two distinct art forms.
The goal of FIAT#LUX is to offer an immersive experience that mirrors the artists' creative journey. Utilizing modern technology such as video mapping, dynamic lighting, and the diffusion of various scents and sounds, including music composed by Moby, the exhibition aims to engage all the senses. This multisensory approach allows visitors to interact intimately with the art, bringing the paintings and photographs to life.
FIAT#LUX, a Latin phrase meaning "let there be light," is more than just an exhibition of photographs and paintings. It is a site-specific installation that offers an immersive experience, blending utopian ideals with intimate artistic expressions.
FIAT#LUX is not just an exhibition; it is an experience that transcends traditional art forms. By combining painting and photography with modern technology, Chantal Westby and Lénaïc Mercier have created a unique, immersive environment that invites visitors to engage with art on a deeper level. Don’t miss this extraordinary event at Agora Gallery.
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