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Near Lyon, artist JR will cover a building with hundreds of portraits before its demolition

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The Editor

Inside Out

On October 17th, artist JR arrives in Rillieux-la-Pape with his participatory project Inside Out. Residents will be able to have their portrait displayed as a giant image on the facade of a building soon to be demolished, creating a collective artwork that's as spectacular as it is fleeting.

A building transformed into a giant gallery

What if your face became a street art masterpiece? On Saturday, October 17th, Jules Michelet square in Rillieux-la-Pape will host Inside Out, the participatory project imagined by French artist JR. The concept is straightforward: step into a photo truck, have your portrait taken, then discover your face displayed larger-than-life on the façade of a building destined for demolition. A way to leave your mark before the walls disappear.

Local residents at the heart of the artwork

Here, the stars aren't celebrities, but those who bring the neighborhood to life every day. Residents, workers, and passersby will compose this open-air human mural. Launched by JR, Inside Out has already engaged over 600,000 participants across 154 countries, from New York to the pyramids of Giza. Rillieux-la-Pape is now set to join an artistic adventure on a global scale.

Street Art, Hip-Hop and BMX

The day promises plenty of action, with free activities for all ages. On the agenda: street art workshops, hip-hop dancing with Funkonnection, BMX and demonstrations. A food truck will also be on hand to refuel between activities. Needless to say, you won't be bored...and let's be honest, seeing your portrait on a massive building definitely has some serious style!


Jules Michelet Square - Rillieux-la-Pape
Saturday, October 17th
Free entry