MÉGANE HILPERTSHAUSER


THE PICTURE COLLECTION

This research and editorial endeavor delves into the captivating work of Taryn Simon, exploring her profound engagement with the New York Public Library's Picture Collection. "The Color of a Flea's Eye" unveils a rich tapestry of history and inquiry, blurring temporal boundaries to reveal a dynamic interplay between past and present. Through meticulous examination of Simon's process, from conceptualization to final composition, the project illuminates a profound tension between order and chaos within the realm of image collection.