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Retention Rate : Xanthopsia 39

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The collection "Xanthopsia", whose name evokes a perception altered by a characteristic yellow hue, is positioned at the crossroads of subrealist abstraction and contemporary mixed media. Within this collection, the work "Retention Rate" revisits Vincent van Gogh's "Self-Portrait with a Pipe", merging traditional and digital painting to create an unconventional homage. This analysis aims to deepen the conceptualization of this work by exploring its artistic and philosophical dimensions, while highlighting its interaction with contemporary themes such as marketing and artistic imitation. Artistic and Technical Approach : "Retention Rate" is distinguished by its hybrid use of physical and digital techniques. This fusion allows for a dynamic rereading of Van Gogh's original work, integrating elements of subrealist abstraction that transcend the traditional limits of painting. The mixed media employed enriches the visual texture, providing additional depth and an interaction between the physical and digital worlds. The hybrid digital animation in the work suggests perpetual motion, symbolizing life in constant evolution. Allegory and Philosophical Subtext : At the heart of this work lies a contemplative and dreamlike allegory that explores the relationship between marketing and the art world. The title "Retention Rate" suggests a reflection on the ability of contemporary artists to maintain their influence in the face of the legacy of the great masters. This dynamic highlights the strategies of recovering power of influence through imitation, posing an ethical question about artistic authenticity. I express a personal reservation about this type of subterfuge, valuing the unique sensory experience that each brushstroke provides, an experience that I prefer to preserve by avoiding imitations… tribute to : Van Gogh : Self-portrait with pipe see original at: Van Gogh Museum format / media / size / speed / editions 2160 x 3840 px / mp4 / 113 MB / 8 fps / 1/1

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