The Tempest 2018

"The Tempest" (2018) by Michael Cheval (b. 1966) depicts a couple waltzing in a dark, fantastical forest. The woman's dress, a swirling mass of teal, is made up of the faces of others, hinting at a sinister undercurrent. The man, in a red coat and tricorn hat, seems oblivious to the disturbing truth of his partner's attire. Cheval's captivating style blends realism with fantasy to create a unsettling and enigmatic scene. His work often explores themes of illusion and deception, leaving viewers to question the true nature of reality.