I am fleeting #9. From I am fleeting Series, 2023

Javier Rey   Emerging artists

I am fleeting #9, 2023 by Javier Rey  From I am fleeting Series 

Archival pigment print  Medium size: 110 cm H x 73 cm W.  Edition of 5 + 1AP 

More Editions & Sizes: Small: 65 cm H x 43 cm W.  Edition of 7 + 2AP Large: 165 cm H x 110 cm W.  Edition of 2 + 1AP Unframed 

This artwork captures a striking reflection on a serene, watery surface, blurring the line between reality and abstraction. The elongated form, hinting at a human figure, is masterfully distorted, creating a dreamlike quality. The muted palette of soft blues and gentle pinks amplifies the tranquil ambiance, inviting viewers to explore the interplay of light and movement. Ripples on the water add dynamic texture, lending the piece a sense of fluidity and transformation. The artist's technique in evoking an ethereal reflection challenges perception, encouraging a deeper contemplation of the transient nature of reality. The artwork's minimalist composition and subtle elegance make it a captivating study in ambiguity and reflection.

Is a project that debates through the photographic image, the importance that humans have assigned to ourselves, and proposes a reconciliation with the reality of our own insignificance. Identity is a concept that is constantly evolving and is shaped by our experiences, beliefs, and relationships. It is a fundamental aspect of our existence that is intrinsically linked to our perception of ourselves. As we navigate the world, we are constantly faced with the impermanence of life, and yet we often invest a lot of energy in how we are perceived by others. Despite our constant efforts to define ourselves, our existence is fleeting. This dichotomy between our need for identity and our impermanence is a constant source of conflict that influences how we perceive ourselves and how we are represented to the world.