Dance the World 1 by Marie-Jo Lafontaine, created in 2010, is a vivid pigment print capturing the dynamic movement of a dancer adorned in a vibrant red, intricately embroidered skirt. The close-up perspective focuses on the swirling fabric, capturing the flowing ruffles and fine details of the embroidery, which add a sense of texture and richness. The dancer's torso is partially visible, emphasizing the rhythm and passion conveyed through the movement of the skirt. The opulent background hints at an elegant, possibly historic interior, adding depth and contrast to the image. This limited edition print, part of a series of 100, is signed and numbered on the reverse and measures 30 x 26 cm.
Marie-Jo Lafontaine (Belgium, 1950–2026) was a contemporary artist celebrated for her multimedia installations, video sculptures, and monochromatic artworks. Best known for Les Larmes d'Acier (1986), her works explored emotion, memory, and societal issues. Lafontaine's innovative fusion of video and photography left a profound mark on contemporary art.
PrintA pigment print is a type of print that uses ink colored with pigment particles. Pigment ink is commonly used in inkjet printing because it is more durable and resistant to fading compared to dye-based ink, which is more vibrant but less stable over time.
Dance the World 1 by Marie-Jo Lafontaine, created in 2010, is a vivid pigment print capturing the dynamic movement of a dancer adorned in a vibrant red, intricately embroidered skirt. The close-up perspective focuses on the swirling fabric, capturing the flowing ruffles and fine details of the embroidery, which add a sense of texture and richness. The dancer's torso is partially visible, emphasizing the rhythm and passion conveyed through the movement of the skirt. The opulent background hints at an elegant, possibly historic interior, adding depth and contrast to the image. This limited edition print, part of a series of 100, is signed and numbered on the reverse and measures 30 x 26 cm.
Marie-Jo Lafontaine (Belgium, 1950–2026) was a contemporary artist celebrated for her multimedia installations, video sculptures, and monochromatic artworks. Best known for Les Larmes d'Acier (1986), her works explored emotion, memory, and societal issues. Lafontaine's innovative fusion of video and photography left a profound mark on contemporary art.
Art is a poetic attempt to master reality in its entirety.
- Marie-Jo Lafontaine
Marie-Jo Lafontaine is a contemporaryconceptual artist born in Belgium. She is best known for her sculptures and videos, but she also works with textiles, tapestry, video installations, and photography. Notable works by Lafontaine include Dance the World! (2008), a lyrical film documenting dancers performing Flamenco and Tango; Steel Tears (1987), a video sculpture; and Babylon Babies, a series of large-format portrait photographs of teenagers set against monochromatic backgrounds, also published in book form.
Lafontaine’s work focuses on human existence in its many forms. Her photography has sometimes been described as documentary in style, while her themes often carry an existential quality. Her compositions capture the beauty and intrigue of the world around us, or present people without contextual references that might influence the viewer’s interpretation. Her work encourages audiences to see the world differently, inviting them to reflect on her constructed environments and to experience familiar images with fresh eyes.
Her books have been published in several languages, including French, German, and English, and are held in libraries and bookstores around the world. Lafontaine’s work has been exhibited at LACMA, Tate Gallery, Centre Georges Pompidou, and the Palais des Beaux-Arts in Brussels. (Artist website)
New Media Art is a genre that includes all artworks created using new technologies, such as computer graphics, digital art, virtual art, internet art, computer animation, video games, 3D printing, and robotics. This genre often explores themes related to mass media, telecommunications, and digital electronics. The methods for presenting New Media Art range from installations and performances to virtual and conceptual art