One of Canadian Art Junkie’s all-time reader favourites, from the archives.
Micropolis 2.0 is a multimedia universe made of silkscreen cutouts and digital prints that explores urban life and the relationships between people and large cities. This is a work of wonder, as Québécois artists Allison Moore and Arthur Desmarteaux call it.
It’s an evolving installation of collaged screen and digital prints, assembled to evoke a busy commercial street with pedestrians, creatures and vehicles, inspired by the cityscapes of Québec City, Montréal and Toronto.
The diorama also includes sections of woodcuts and LCD video screens in the “building windows” showing animated loops and an accompanying soundtrack.
The artists say the project “is intended to convey a sense of wonder, awe and contemplation. Looking though the microscope, viewers are drawn in a god-like perspective, entering a strange theatrical dimension.”
Allison Moore is a multidisciplinary artist originally from Vancouver Island, now located in Montréal. She has produced projects in Ecuador, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and Europe.
Arthur Desmarteaux obtained a BFA in media & visual arts from University of Québec in Montréal. He is an active member of Graff Studios in Montreal, ARPRIM [Association for the promotion of Printed Arts in Québec] and the Puppet Association of Québec.
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Always such unique art produced by artists in Montreal.
That is such a good point. Another post that has created a buzz like this one was Jannick Deslauriers’ fabric sculptures http://bit.ly/wGOAWF You’re right. The city is an incubator for many things outside the box. Thanks.
I think it’s absolutely charming!
I so agree, and think these two must have incredible imaginations.
I’m surprised by my reaction! I love them.. Normally I enjoy the traditional, and yet I find something so very real and honest within their work. Well done!
I find that interesting, but not overly surprising, because my own reaction was similar. I think it’s that these themes, characters and streetscapes really are universal, no matter what your taste. This is an exceedingly talented duo. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Wonderful expressions! love it!
Yes, aren’t the characters amazing, too? Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Really great work! Tons of character that I think is lacking in modern artwork. Check out my blog too. It’s a great resource for artists who need to metal plate their stuff. We are as proud of our work as you must be of yours!
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Yes I agree on how it’s filled with character. These artists are an amazing duo.
Darn it! I will miss the show in Edmonton by a couple weeks!
It appears to be popular enough that it might come back by you at some point, somewhere.
Fascinating work. This truly stands out and truthfully i have never seen anything like it. I always say originality is what makes an artist be appreciated for their work and this is it. I love the way you captured the emotion and realism and expressed that through your eyes as art. I say this as a fellow artist all though i only sketch for fun and creation. Great work though -,o
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Thanks very much for the comment, their work truly is unique, as you say.
I stared at each photo for awhile- so intriguing and unique. I’m sure in person it’s incredible- thanks for sharing!
I know exactly what you mean about staring. It’s very compelling and intricate.
Amazing details and so full of life like the street would be.
Exactly what the streets would be, kind of a snapshot of various streetscapes. I like how they integrated elements of all three cities.
Brilliant! 😀
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I agree. I think a lot of this duo’s work is brilliant.
Love it.
Great, so glad you stopped by. Thanks.
WOW! love the brilliant colors! Really opos out at you and gives the images visual motion!
I’m with you on the colors, and especially the motion. That guy in the hat stepping up and out is so fluid, he’s actually moving, to me.
Wow. I love artwork that allows you to go back again and again, each time seeing different things. I can imagine this work would inspire countless new discoveries with each view!
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It’s true that you see something different every time you look. So packed with visuals.
Terrific!!!
Very glad you enjoyed it. Marvellous, isn’t it.
LOVE LOVE LOVE!! Did I mention how much I love these??? I can’t wait to show them to my students! What a great installation!
Very clear how much you love it! So glad. Enjoy with your students.
so cool!
I agree, glad you liked it.
Whimsy, satire, social commentary–wonderful.
Yes, it’s very innovative, isn’t it?
Yes…reminds me of a comic book.