The word „avatar“ originates from the Sanskrit language, where it refers to the earthly incarnation of a deity, particularly in Hinduism. In today’s world, „avatar“ has been redefined, representing digital personas or icons in virtual spaces, often reflecting our identities, aspirations, or even our fantasies. These digital representations carry an array of emotions—joy, pride or discontent—emotions that are both real and simulated, mirroring our complex human experiences.
Die AVATAR series encapsulates this intersection between the ancient and the modern, where abstraction meets identity. The portrait-like figures explore the shifting boundaries between the physical self and its virtual counterpart. By employing humor, the series comments on the current fascination with avatars in the virtual reality world, where these digital facades can both empower and alienate.
The word „avatar“ originates from the Sanskrit language, where it refers to the earthly incarnation of a deity, particularly in Hinduism. In today’s world, „avatar“ has been redefined, representing digital personas or icons in virtual spaces, often reflecting our identities, aspirations, or even our fantasies. These digital representations carry an array of emotions—joy, pride or discontent—emotions that are both real and simulated, mirroring our complex human experiences.
Die AVATAR series encapsulates this intersection between the ancient and the modern, where abstraction meets identity. The portrait-like figures explore the shifting boundaries between the physical self and its virtual counterpart. By employing humor, the series comments on the current fascination with avatars in the virtual reality world, where these digital facades can both empower and alienate.