Jean Otth was a pioneering Swiss video artist whose work explored the intersection of new technologies and artistic expression. Influenced by painting, Otth embraced video art early in his career, pushing the boundaries of the medium. His practice consistently engaged with the interplay between immaterial video projection and tangible reality, often questioning the media he employed. Otth's art is characterized by works that challenge the observer, provoke desire, and explore themes of covering, reframing, and shifting perspectives.

This monograph, the first in English dedicated to Jean Otth, presents a comprehensive overview of his significant contributions to video art. The book covers his photographic and filmed works, as well as his drawings, offering insight into his artistic evolution from the 1960s to his passing in 2013. It highlights his pioneering use of new technologies and his exploration of the relationship between projected and physical realities. The publication serves as a crucial resource for understanding Otth's influential, boundary-testing artistic practice.