Introduction

A Tapestry of Dual Realities, explores 5 different pieces from 5 different artists. All of the pieces are unique in their own right, but are connected by one similarity - double exposure photography. Double exposures are just a tiny part of the magic that lies within the endless realm that is analogue photography, but one worthy of its own exploration nonetheless. Double exposure photography allows artists to link realities, create new universes and combine experiences into one piece, which invites the viewer to think about the complexity and duality of the layered image. It is a perfect vehicle to create two disparate realities, intertwined to mesmerise the viewer with visual narratives.

The why, what and how

Five pieces were chosen, as five was the number of this challenge which I wanted to continue throughout the collection. Considering the set budget, I focused on pieces priced between 0.2-2.5 tezos, with a total of 5 tezos being spent. Perhaps adding anonymous creators was a controversial choice, but I believe that anonymity lies in the heart of crypto, making it an obvious decision.

Double exposure was chosen because it can be used in an endless amount of ways, often creating eye-catching realities and new worlds which don't quite exist. Double exposures often seem unfamiliar yet nostalgic, colourful yet heart-wrenching, impactful yet tender. Perhaps, because we can all find something we can connect with within the pieces. Double exposures often also relate to analogue photography, which ultimately is a source of nostalgia for many. This process also often involves the physicality of analogue photography, and its poetic visuals are limitless, starting from encapsulating a memory in a photograph, through exploring your limits of emotion and creativity, to creating an everlasting memento of parallel worlds.

This gallery and article was created for #5tezscollection, hosted by Objkt and FxHash. The gallery is available to view here.

Curation Statement

Enjoy the visual odyssey of discovery via an extraordinary collection of artworks that push the boundaries of perception, imagination, and storytelling. The power of juxtaposition, duality and perfect alignment combines nature with urban environments, bodies with wilderness, and reality with dreams, or nightmares. Each artwork displayed, uses a unique dialogue between interlinked realities, inviting viewers to delve into a realm where boundaries are blurred, and unexpected connections emerge within the multitude of textures, forms and light.

Through the intricate layering, double exposure photography allows artists to effortlessly blend exposures into a single frame. Separate elements are linked together by art, harmonising together in a marriage of shadows, colours and shapes. Artists create a new visual language, that is able to connect with the viewer in a multitude of human emotion, creating reflection on the relationship we hold with reality, whilst challenging the constraints of conventional imagery.

Through the compositions, layouts and different sizing, the artwork encourages us to embrace the imperfect and unbalanced, appreciating the beauty that lies within the construction that provoke contemplation. All five pieces incorporate nature in varying ways, hinting at the boundless connection between humans and the natural world. Or, perhaps nature's beauty is a self-explanatory blending choice when creating photographs with many components and complexities.

A poetic vibrancy shines though these pieces, each artwork has its own narrative and message, celebrating the endless possibilities double exposures allow for. They invite the viewers to spend time examining each detail and to immerse themselves into the fusion of the ethereal worlds portrayed.

The Pieces

Flower Dog! by BonsaiFox

Chumbo by escayo

I can read your mind by Anon

The upsides down! by Anon