The works

The narrative universe

01

Main characters

Discover the heroes of this modern epic
Don Cello Cordoba embodies calm precision and perfect temporality in an accelerating world. Inspired by elite athletes, he waits patiently and acts with precision, symbolizing resistance and control in the face of a spiraling empire. Explore the portraits and incarnations of this iconic figure alongside the other mythological figures of the Empire.

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Narrative Scenes

Action and movement at the heart of the story
The major narrative sequences in L'Empire reveal Marc Ferrero's mastery of cinematography. Each scene captures a key moment in the story, using the codes of cinema transposed onto canvas: framing, movement, visual rhythm. These works tell the story of the confrontation between an accelerating world and those who resist.

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Modern Mythological Universe

Contemporary symbols and archetypes
Marc Ferrero revisits ancient myths through the prism of our technological age. This modern mythological universe blends classical references and contemporary symbols, creating a new cosmogony where today's heroes face the challenges of global acceleration.

"When I founded Storytelling Art over thirty years ago, my ambition was to reconcile painting with narrative and emotion. Today, the Institute takes this ambition beyond my personal work: it makes it an open, collective and forward-looking platform. It's an essential step towards making this approach a lasting part of the contemporary artistic landscape."

- MARC FERRERO
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