Trouble in Paradise

In the three conceptual chapters of his book, CMS presents his impressions of our postmodern society, which is dominated by a paradox of the self: the pursuit of perfection in an imperfect world. CMS humorously stages situations in which he shows people in their ambitious undertakings, which often turn into unplanned and sometimes irritating events.

The delicate architectural composition of these images gives the viewer a sense of well-being, while the conflict within the image creates tension and disharmony. CMS manages to absorb this kind of emotional tension in its work and at the same time convey a feeling of lightheartedness and lightness. This juxtaposition makes him a great visual storyteller.