PROJECT GENESIS

The disturbing and strange atmosphere of these paintings has always fascinated me.

The purpose of this project was to give life to Giorgio De Chirico’s work while trying to keep the profound sense of mystery that pervades into his paintings, the most intact and faithful as possible.

A MEANINGLESS WORLD

The world set out by the artist is a world where everyday objects and ordinary life’s scenes take an unusual, almost impenetrable property. From these desolate spaces, with absurd perspectives, may nevertheless arise a curious sense of serenity; certainly strengthened by the omnipresent sun, generating enigmatic shadows.

CONCEPTION

At first, paintings were cut out in order to position each key element at different levels of depth: foreground, background... The challenge was to recreate material where there was none, to later being able to benefit from greater flexibility with camera moves.

Thus each object, each layer, being independent, could be animated through After Effects®. A parallax effect was then created thanks to smooth traveling shots.

Finally, because of the palpable peace covered into the paintings, but also not to corrupt the artist’s work, motion as well as sound design, had to be measured and subtle.

BEYOND TECHNIQUE

…this project is above all an invitation to dream and fantasy and a humble tribute to the surreal and strange world of Giorgio de Chirico.

SERVICES

Motion & sound design

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