les28yeux

During 5 months each year between 2010 and 2021, Aurélie Maestre ran the annual project «Les 28 yeux». She sought to bring out the creative vision in everyday people, this time focusing on an open group of acquaintances from all Europe, not necessarily connected with the art world.

In line with her approach, Maestre launched a photo contest where participants were invited to send a picture each month on a specific theme. Regardless of whether they used a professional camera or a cell-phone, what mattered was their perseverance.

Over 40 individuals partook in this artistic journey over the ten-year span, developing a keen eye for the beauty in their daily lives. During the Covid lockdown, the rhythm intensified to a photo per day, providing a comforting routine that helped the participants feel less isolated.

In 2021, the best pictures from the decade-long project were exhibited in Marseille and Apt (France), providing a tangible record of the resilience and creativity that had been nurtured through this enduring initiative.