Danica CHEN DAN

Cendres

As an object, ash is the result of incineration – of burning. It embodies a story, a past that lingers as a tangible trace of what once existed. Ash is not merely residue; it carries the weight of transformation, serving as a reminder of the processes that shape life, memory, and matter.

Observe the details of the surroundings, Cendres captures traces of life by firing everyday objects – curtains, aluminum foil, Xuan paper (a type of Chinese rice paper), and more, exploring the intricate relationship between humans and their environment.