Vik Muniz 'Shared Roots'

Brazilian artist Vik Muniz was initially a sculptor before switching his focus to photography. His work commonly involves pieces of art he created himself which he then photographs. Earlier this year, Muniz was invited to be artist-in-residence at Maison Ruinart, the first established champagne house. He was inspired by the winegrowers and vineyards of the property and created a series of works using organic materials such as blackened wood, charcoal and chardonnay leaves. His use of several mediums prompts the observer to continuously question their relationship between reality and memory.