Guy Tillim's 'Second Nature' at CPIF Explores Landscapes from Polynesia to São Paulo
From September 14 to December 22, 2013, the Centre photographique d'Île-de-France (CPIF) in Pontault-Combault showcases 'Second Nature', an exhibition featuring the work of South African photographer Guy Tillim (b. 1962, Johannesburg). Renowned for his documentation of traumatic events, Tillim redirected his lens in 2008 towards urban and natural landscapes. The exhibition's name is derived from his series 'Second Nature', which reflects his 2010 boat trip from Miami to Polynesia, focusing on landscapes devoid of exoticism. In São Paulo, he captures the city's chaotic essence, showcasing greenery amidst urban development. Through vibrant colors and digital techniques, Tillim highlights the interplay between nature, humanity, and urban settings, revealing spontaneous connections across various landscapes.
Key facts
- Guy Tillim was born in 1962 in Johannesburg.
- The exhibition 'Second Nature' is held at Centre photographique d'Île-de-France in Pontault-Combault.
- Exhibition dates: September 14 to December 22, 2013.
- Tillim's series 'Second Nature' includes photographs from Polynesia and São Paulo.
- In 2010, Tillim sailed from Miami to Polynesia.
- Tillim's work references James Cook and Paul Gauguin.
- The exhibition includes urban landscapes of São Paulo.
- Tillim uses digital tools to capture spontaneity.
Entities
Artists
- Guy Tillim
- Paul Gauguin
- James Cook
Institutions
- Centre photographique d'Île-de-France
Locations
- Pontault-Combault
- France
- Johannesburg
- South Africa
- Miami
- United States
- Polynesia
- São Paulo
- Brazil
- Burundi
- Malawi
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- Angola
Sources
- artpress —