CUBES II

2020 – 2023

ABOUT THIS PROJECT:

 

Set within identically shaped cubic rooms, CUBES II explores the interconnectedness of humankind through the lens of recurring historical patterns.

 

The series consists of nine images, each drawing inspiration from a different period of history. Architectural elements from notable buildings as well as references to significant historical events are reinterpreted within the same enclosed spatial structure, suggesting how certain situations and dynamics resurface over time.

 

By placing historical references into a uniform spatial framework, CUBES II reflects on how insights from the past might inform future decisions, raising questions about responsibility, continuity, and the possibility of learning from earlier mistakes.

 

The series was featured on PetaPixel (July 2023).

ABOUT THE MAKING:

 

Just like in the other two chapters – CUBES I and CUBES III – each room was constructed as a miniature set, carefully lit and photographed. The building process combines traditional crafting techniques with contemporary technologies such as 3D printing and laser cutting.

 

All models were photographed individually and later integrated into the final sceneries. The making-of videos below provide further insight into the construction and photographic process.

Making-of CUBES II
Making-of: Hand-built miniature sets photographed in studio.

The Series:

Seb Agnew – Classical Cube
Seb Agnew – Romanesque Cube
Seb Agnew – Gothic Cube
Seb Agnew – Renaissance Cube
Seb Agnew – Baroque Cube
Seb Agnew – Victorian Cube
Seb Agnew – Modern Cube
Seb Agnew – Postmodern Cube
Timeless Cube, 2023

Portraits from the Series:

Seb Agnew – Postmodern Cube (Portrait)
Seb Agnew – Classical Cube (Portrait)
Seb Agnew – Romanesque Cube (Portrait)
Seb Agnew – Modern Cube (Portrait)
Seb Agnew – Timeless Cube (Portrait)
Seb Agnew – Gothic Cube (Portrait)
Seb Agnew – Victorian Cube (Portrait)
Seb Agnew – Baroque Cube (Portrait)
Seb Agnew – Renaissance Cube (Portrait)

Selected Dioramas:

Diorama of Classical Cube
Diorama of Baroque Cube
Diorama of Modern Cube
Diorama of Victorian Cube

Making-of Videos:

Seb Agnew | Classical Cube – Making Of
Seb Agnew | Romanesque Cube – Making Of
Seb Agnew | Gothic Cube – Making Of
Seb Agnew | Renaissance Cube – Making Of
Seb Agnew | Baroque Cube – Making Of
Seb Agnew | Victorian Cube – Making Of
Seb Agnew | Modern Cube – Making Of
Seb Agnew | Postmodern Cube – Making Of
Seb Agnew | Timeless Cube – Making Of

Make sure to also check CUBES I and CUBES III!