from the series Paillasse. 50 x 70 cm. 2008-2009 © MARIE QUÉAU

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from the series Paillasse. 50 x 70 cm. 2008-2009 © MARIE QUÉAU

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from the series Paillasse. 19 x 13 cm. 2008-2009 © MARIE QUÉAU

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from the series Paillasse. 21 x 30 cm. 2008-2009 © MARIE QUÉAU

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from the series Paillasse. 19 x 13 cm. 2008-2009 © MARIE QUÉAU

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from the series Paillasse. 75 x 100 cm. 2008-2009 © MARIE QUÉAU

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MARIE QUÉAU‘s photographs reveal something precarious and raw about everyday routine. This young French photographer has spent two years photographing damaged, fiddled, tired objects or livings which vehicle a feeling of frailty and uneasiness. Entitled “Paillasse” (the artist plays with the polysemy of the word in French, meaning “straw mattress”, “lab bench” or “draining board”), the series includes 24 different-sized color photographs. Additionally she also compiled this work into a book that she self-publishes.

And good news: she will exhibit her work at Hyères 26th international festival of fashion & photography from April 29th to May 2nd, 2011.

Keep an eye on this girl!