This new exhibition unveils a series of drawings shaped by over two decades of observing forests and photographing nature. The work captures raw, emotional responses to the natural world, each piece forming a dreamlike narrative rooted in solitude and imagination. Human relationships emerge within a magical, forested realm—one that feels both deeply personal and universally familiar.

At the heart of the show lies a commitment to a naïve approach—one that sees the world without the weight of experience or skepticism. This perspective opens the door to wonder. Free from rigid expectations, it encourages curiosity and welcomes the unknown. In this space, creativity flourishes, new connections form, and expansive visions of possibility emerge.

In these intimate, evocative pieces, Antoine Wagner channels a childlike clarity, using abstraction to interpret the vastness of nature. The works trace back to a unique collaboration: an invitation to create a mural at a New York City primary school. Immersed in the unfiltered energy of children, Wagner introduced the idea of his “Impossible Forest”—a place that defies logic but feels intuitively real. As he explained the concept, he began sketching alongside the students, absorbing their reactions and reimagining their perceptions through his own visual language.

The resulting body of work feels both primitive and poetic—a kind of Rosetta Stone for understanding nature through the lens of imagination. These naïve yet deliberate drawings become a visual manual: simple enough for young minds, but layered with meaning.

The Impossible Forest invites viewers of all ages to see with fresh eyes—and to believe, even for a moment, that the impossible might not be so far out of reach.