Phonescapes: Reviving the Digital Ephemera

OFFMARKET Gallery is pleased to present an innovative exhibition by interdisciplinary artist, Jérémie Queyras, whose fresh engagement with the digital age redefines contemporary art's relationship with photography and social media.

Running from 15 February to 3 March 2025, this exhibition invites you to experience the transformation of transient digital images into permanent works of art.

In a world where over 90% of photographs exist solely within the confines of our smartphones and social media networks, Jérémie Queyras embarks on a mission torescue these overlooked images from digital obscurity. His latest project breathes new life into these ephemeral moments, converting them into tangible paintings that demand presence and reflection. By doing so, he challenges the notion of deliberate attention in an era of instantaneous digital consumption.

Jérémie Queyras, an artist with French, German, and Canadian roots, seamlessly traverses diverse artistic realms, drawing inspiration from poetry, music, and cutting-edge technologies. After receiving a Master of Fine Art inTransdisciplinary New Media from Paris College of Art, Queyras has concentratedon interdisciplinary projects that explore themes such as artificial intelligence and consciousness in art. His previous accolades include the first prize in the Goodmesh Competition (Amsterdam) for "Echoes From theFuture," showcasing his ability to harmonize music and painting incollaborative performances. His profound interest in the philosophy of art hasled him to present research on human-machine interactions at international conferences, underlining the relevance of artworks in today's rapidly evolving world.

In this exhibition, Jérémie Queyras invites you to consider the intrinsic value of images in our lives. He poses a compelling question: What role does painting play in the 21st century when images are effortlessly captured and forgotten? His work serves as a bridge between the fleeting digital landscape and theenduring nature of physical art, reminding us of the intentionality