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A striking silhouette emerges from behind a translucent sheet, captivating attention with its graceful movements. The dim lighting creates an enigmatic atmosphere, highlighting the contours of the figure as it interacts with the fabric. The dynamic use of light and shadow adds depth to the composition, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue. The scene captures a moment of artistic expression, where the manipulation of material transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. Installation by Sven Sauer.

FOTO NR. 7A

Image 7A on the contact sheets by photographer Nick Uts is considered the trigger for the American peace movement, which led to the withdrawal of US troops from Vietnam in April 1975. The image, called ‘Terror of War’, is so powerful that almost all leading newspapers and magazines use it to report on the state of the Vietnam War. 

The ultimate anti-war motif. 

In fact, the Americans were already in retreat at the time and yet it became a symbol of how a single image can change the course of entire wars. 

The two artists would like to believe that such images are powerful, that they bring people to their senses. They question whether symbols actually remain in our collective memory.


But icons don't last long in our world. 

‘A picture is worth a thousand words’ - We keep forgetting that we, as viewers, choose the thousand words we want to hear.
Two generations later, we see almost identical images of a new war. 

Two individuals stand silhouetted against a thick fog, their shapes partially obscured. A vague, ethereal figure emerges in front of them, its presence highlighted by an otherworldly glow emanating from underneath a translucent sheet. The surroundings are shrouded in an eerie atmosphere, creating a sense of suspense and intrigue. The night setting enhances the mysterious mood as shadows twist and blend into the mist, suggesting a deeper story unfolding in the obscured landscape. Installation by Sven Sauer.
In a dimly lit environment filled with dense fog, several indistinct figures stand in shadow, observing a luminous silhouette draped in a flowing fabric. The light emanating from behind creates an ethereal atmosphere, highlighting the movement of the shape as it interacts with the mist. The onlookers seem captivated by this surreal display, creating a sense of intrigue and wonder in the mysterious setting. Installation by Sven Sauer.
Four shadowy figures stand close together, their faces obscured by darkness, as a bright, diffused light emerges from the fog ahead. The atmosphere is heavy with mystery, shrouding the surroundings in a captivating haze. The light source seems to rise from an indistinct shape, creating tension and intrigue among the onlookers. The setting suggests a late-night encounter, deepening the enigma and inviting curious thoughts about what lies ahead. Installation by Sven Sauer.

CREDITS

 

Künstler: Sven Sauer, Jeroen Cremers

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