What is “Inside Out”? How were people able to participate in this project?
"Inside Out" is a global participatory art project created by the French artist JR. It involves large-scale street art installations that feature portraits of people and their stories. The goal of the project is to give a voice to people who may not typically have a platform to express themselves.
To participate in the "Inside Out" project, individuals or groups need to follow a few steps:
1. Concept: Develop a concept or an idea that reflects a specific issue or a personal story you want to share. It could be related to social justice, personal struggles, or any topic you feel passionate about.
2. Gather participants: Reach out to individuals or groups who are interested in being part of the project. This could be friends, family, colleagues, or members of a community or organization you are associated with.
3. Organize a photo shoot: Set up a photo shoot to capture portraits of the participants. Ensure that the photos reflect the concept or message you want to convey. It's important to consider the overall aesthetics and composition of the photos.
4. Print and paste: After the portraits are captured, print them in a large format. JR's team provides detailed instructions on how to print and assemble the photographs. Once the prints are ready, they can be pasted onto a wall or on a suitable public surface.
5. Documentation: Document the process and share the photos and stories online using social media or the "Inside Out" website. This helps create a global online gallery of all the "Inside Out" projects around the world and allows others to learn and connect with the stories.
By following these steps, people can participate in the "Inside Out" project and contribute their voices to this global art initiative. It allows individuals to raise awareness about issues that matter to them and spark conversations within their communities.