du soleil, que ça existe

Abstract

The thesis project du soleil que ça existe comprises both an artistic and a written component that reflect on themes of fragmentation, identity, and perception.

The artistic portion is an audiovisual installation that incorporates film, sound, and space to explore human connection with natural elements, particularly water, while evoking a sense of longing and existential contemplation. Central to the installation are concepts of fluidity, both in water and identity. The images feature abstract visual compositions, such as slow pans of landscapes, close-ups of body parts, and shimmering water-like textures, which invite the viewer to reflect on the nature of human perception. The audio component, with dialogues in both French and Finnish, further complicates the discernment of a single identity, as the same voice appears to belong to multiple people, emphasizing themes of fragmentation and multiplicity. Technically, the artistic work employs experimental film techniques like solarization, producing images that blur the boundaries between drawing, painting, and film. The result is an evocative play of textures, light, and darkness that contributes to the emotional depth of the work. The overall project weaves together personal reflections, dream logic, and references to literary figures like Marguerite Duras, creating a meditative experience on the fluidity of time, space, and self.

The written component of the thesis serves as a meta-narrative that continues the dialogue of the installation. It consists of fragmented dialogues between unspecified voices engage in philosophical discussions that explores the themes and conceptual underpinnings of the installation, such as the connection between bodies and water, the subjective experience of time, and the elusive nature of identity. The text reflects my experimental approach to both language and form, resisting linear narratives in favor of a fragmented, poetic style that mirrors the conceptual focus of the installation.

Overall, the thesis project du soleil que ça existe is a multidisciplinary exploration that uses the visual and textual mediums to question and deconstruct the notions of identity, inviting the audience to engage in a reflective dialogue on the nature of self and perception.