French photographer's works adorn Changning

Shanghai Hongqiao One-Stop Service Center for Overseas Talents| March 31, 2025

French photographer Francois Trezin has debuted his Portable Sculpture series on Xinhua Road in Shanghai's Changning district.

At various storefronts, his works inject a sense of intrigue into the surroundings. One striking piece at No 609 Xinhua Road features a radiant lady in a futuristic black metallic hat, sparking much curiosity among passersby.

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A work included in Francois Trezin's Portable Sculpture series. [Photo/Changning district information office]

Nearby at No 387 Xinhua Road, a man dons a headpiece made of colored pencils and coins, accompanied by lizard sculptures on his fingers.

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A work included in Francois Trezin's Portable Sculpture series. [Photo/Changning district information office]

Across the street at No 602 Dingxi Road, scenes of individuals merging with sculptures add to the mystery.

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A work included in Francois Trezin's Portable Sculpture series. [Photo/Changning district information office]

Francois, renowned for his still-life photography, aims to deepen the emotional connections between objects and people.

His innovative concept involves placing sculptures on participants' heads to involve them in the artistic process.

Using a mobile studio van since 2018, Francois travels to various locations, offering a swift 5-to-10-minute photography session where participants choose their props and have images instantly printed.

 

Source: Official WeChat account of Changning district information office at "shchangning"