
Alexis Franch (Switzerland), b. 1970
A bright blue sky floods the scene with light, contrasting with the dark outlines of the walls in a dimly lit alley. On the ground, large puddles reflect the same sky, creating a mirror effect between above and below.
In the foreground, a crosswalk appears to float above the ground, making way for a school of goldfish, all swimming in the same direction. A woman in a white hood stands nearby with her black dog, trying to photograph a majestic elephant. The elephant’s massive tusks and tattered ears seem to blend into the clouds, as if descending from the sky.
Before this surreal scene, a young boy sits calmly. He shows no fear of the towering creature; instead, he holds out a branch with a heart hanging from the end—a symbol of trust and innocence.
Despite the strangeness and unreality of the scene, the boy remains serene, as if his emotions are held at a distance, allowing a gentle harmony with the impossible.
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