IVAN MEDRANO
Francesca_Still_2045
Francesca_Still_2045
A4 / No Frame
Ponsonby, Auckland
62 Ponsonby Road
Grey Lynn
AUK
Auckland 1011
New Zealand
About this print
As technology further infuses into our lived experiences, we become more virtual in how we perceive the world, others, and ourselves. Building on Donna Haraway’s posthuman metaphor of the cyborg, Francesca aims to spark conversation on our value of humanity in the digital age, and its role in how we consume media and occupy virtual spaces.
The speculative science fiction series simulates an editorial campaign surrounding a fashion animatronic named Francesca. The images are stills taken from the animatronic’s routine performance of editorial poses.
Some of the stills pastiche the calligraphic artwork of Abstract Expressionist Franz Kline. With permission of the frame's ambiguity, Medrano encourages the viewer to project their own internal images onto these articulated forms.
A machine made to be gazed upon or sympathized with, Francesca platforms an interpersonal conversation with the audience about the essence of humanity and its value in digital media. Made in NZ with love.
Gallery quality result
Open edition | unlimited
Print result Crisp finish w/ slight grainy feel
Paper finish Enhanced matte smooth acid-free art paper printed w/- archival inks
Framing w/ premium box moulding
| Please note framed prints are not shipped outside of New Zealand
Our frames are an optional choice when you select your art print.
Our default frame is a premium quality moulded Boxed Frame. Locally sourced and made in NZ the boxed frame is a modern & contemporary frame with 20mm mouldings & 30mm depth - available in Natural Oak, Black or White. All framed prints are MDF backed and supplied with hanging fittings ready to hang.
Unframed A4 to A2 sized prints are placed in a clear sleeve with cardboard backer then sent & delivered flat-packed. A1 & A0 unframed prints are sent in a cardboard tube. All Framed prints are carefully wrapped in bubble wrap, branded and placed in a protective cardboard box made to size.
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Quality Art & Framing
FINE ART PRINTING
All prints are locally printed on high quality acid-free enhanced smooth matte art paper, or 310gsm velvet smooth Cotton Rag 100% or textured paper stock using archival quality inks.
PREMIUM ART FRAMING
Our frames are sustainably sourced, solid wood premium boxed frames with 2mm thick glass, 20mm wide and 30mm deep moldings. All frames are locally made in New Zealand.
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Your new framed art arrives sealed with acid-free tape on the back for dust protection & humidity control. All framed artwork includes hanging hardware ready to hang in any space.
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