Pierre Schmidt

"EMOJI (Media Empire: An Ironic Embrace)"

In "EMOJI (Media Empire: An Ironic Embrace)," Schmidt explores the dynamic between mainstream media and society. The surrealistic face, crowned with laurel, signifies media's influence as a metaphorical empire, juxtaposed with an emoji portraying societal emotional expression and constrained individual influence. The transformative hands reaching for mistletoe branches depict society's struggle against media's grip while paradoxically embracing it. Schmidt employs a mistletoe metaphor, urging contemplation on compliance and consequences, compelling viewers to question the media's role in shaping modern perceptions.

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@dmsjel

Pierre Schmidt, more famously known as drømsjel, stands as a testament to the transformative power of art in the digital age. With a unique ability to intertwine the allure of vintage aesthetics with the boldness of contemporary surrealism, Drømsjel crafts a visual narrative that transcends time.

From his humble beginnings experimenting with Photoshop in a small German town, to making a significant mark in Berlin’s dynamic art scene, Drømsjel’s journey has been transformative. His works are a visual tapestry, weaving together the tangible and the imagined, inviting viewers into a dreamscape where boundaries blur.

His exhibitions span globally, from the historic corridors of Palazzo Orsoline in Italy to the contemporary spaces of AFA Paris or New York. His collaboration with Netflix, creating the emblematic visuals for Lady Gaga’s «Five Foot Two» documentary, further showcased his versatility and global appeal with celebrities such as Miley Cyrus, The Black Angels, Weezer (to name a few) pushing to own or license pieces to visualize their own projects.

A significant evolution in Drømsjel’s oeuvre is his fearless exploration of eroticism. Drawing from vintage softcore and pornographic elements, his recent works are a bold commentary on censorship, sensuality, identity, and perception. These pieces, often juxtaposing the erotic with the surreal, challenge the viewer to confront and reinterpret notions of morality such as beauty, desire, and taboo. This provocative blend of eroticism and surrealism is not just titillation; it’s a profound exploration of human psyche and societal norms.