JR

JR (Paris, France, 1983).
“Migrants, Walking New York City, New York, USA,” 2015. 2018 edition.
Color offset print on paper. Exhibition poster.
Open edition, unsigned.
Published by Galerie Perrotin, New York, on the occasion of the exhibition *Horizontal*, held in 2018.
Measurements: 91 x 61 cm.

This image is part of the project *Migrants, Walking New York City*, developed by JR in 2015 in collaboration with *The New York Times Magazine*, which focused on highlighting the experiences of immigrants who had recently arrived in New York. The composition depicts a monumental installation at Flatiron Plaza, where the artist placed a photographic portrait of Elmar—a young immigrant from Azerbaijan—on the pavement. The bird’s-eye view integrates the gigantic figure among pedestrians, vehicles, and urban elements, creating a striking contrast of scales. The work reflects JR’s social commitment and his ability to transform public space into a place for reflection on identity, immigration, and visibility.

JR is one of the leading figures in contemporary urban art. His work combines photography, public art, and social engagement, with notable international projects such as *Face 2 Face* (2007), *Women Are Heroes* (2008), and *Inside Out* (2011). A recipient of the TED Prize in 2011, he has exhibited at institutions such as the Brooklyn Museum in New York, SFMOMA in San Francisco, and the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris.