Coïncidences & echoes
I am a nomad and a settled rock. I love to fly away and I am dangerously faithful. I like discoveries and nothing makes me happier than the territories that I know deeply. I met Alexander McQueen in January 1997. That was a human an aesthetic chock. Full stop. And I have nothing better to offer than images and a warm cuddle when needed. So, the whole story... Lee opened the doors; I've been wandering around with a camera. A matter of reflexions. As simple as that. At the end of the day, only humanity can talk to humans. Even in what they call the fashion world. It is not necessarily about stepping into the walled gardens, I am quite happy to capture only the surface of things, as long as this surface is sensitive. Lee is not a fabric cutter, or a fashion icon, but merely a genuine visionaire. Walking in his footsteps has been one of the most inspiring experience I ever had.
Anne Deniau Text for the exhibition at NRW KULTUR, Dusseldorf. 2006