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Stefanie SchneiderHelicopter (The Last Picture Show) - Polaroid, analog, landscape2005
2005
$380
£291.80
€334.74
CA$533.94
A$597.98
CHF 312.02
MX$7,304.12
NOK 3,969.78
SEK 3,742
DKK 2,498.16
About the Item
Helicopter (The Last Picture Show) 2005
20x20cm,
Edition of 10, plus 2 Artist Proofs.
Archival C-Print, based on the original Polaroid.
Certificate and signature label.
Artist inventory number: 392.
Not mounted.
An American Narrative
Stefanie Schneider has emerged as one of the most influential voices in capturing the American narrative, blending timeless themes of longing, impermanence, and nostalgia into a uniquely evocative visual language. Her ability to translate these universal themes into Polaroid images, infused with the imperfections of expired film, has positioned her as a profound storyteller in a medium often overlooked for its artistic potential.
Schneider’s path was marked by her daring to embrace imperfection. While many might see the unpredictable chemical mutations of expired Polaroid film as flaws, she recognized their poetic potential. These "flaws" became tools, evoking a hazy, dreamlike aesthetic that perfectly complemented the emotional undertones of her work. Her images reflect a world that feels suspended in time, often set against the iconic backdrops of California’s deserts, dusty motels, and endless highways—settings that resonate deeply with the mythology of America.
As a German artist, Schneider brought an outsider’s perspective to the American landscape, which gave her work a sense of discovery and reverence for the vast, untamed spaces of the West. Her photographs are steeped in narratives of personal connection, longing, and escape—echoing the timeless themes of classic Americana while introducing contemporary, introspective layers.
Schneider's success is also rooted in her dedication to storytelling. Whether through her standalone images or her larger projects, such as 29 Palms and The Last Picture Show, she creates interconnected tales that invite viewers to piece together their own interpretations. Her work goes beyond documentation, offering a space for introspection and emotional resonance.
With exhibitions in prestigious venues like the Museum für Kommunikation in Berlin and the Foto-Triennale Esslingen, Schneider has garnered recognition for expanding the boundaries of Polaroid photography. Her work challenges traditional notions of the medium, proving its capacity to evoke profound emotion and tell timeless stories.
By merging technical mastery, artistic vision, and an unrelenting focus on the emotional undercurrents of her subjects, Stefanie Schneider has firmly established herself as a key figure in the ongoing narrative of America—an artist who captures its dreams, its deserts, and its mysteries like no other.
- Creator:Stefanie Schneider (1968, German)
- Creation Year:2005
- Dimensions:Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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- Gallery Location:Morongo Valley, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU652315850972
Stefanie Schneider
Stefanie Schneider received her MFA in Communication Design at the Folkwang Schule Essen, Germany. Her work has been shown at the Museum for Photography, Braunschweig, Museum für Kommunikation, Berlin, the Institut für Neue Medien, Frankfurt, the Nassauischer Kunstverein, Wiesbaden, Kunstverein Bielefeld, Museum für Moderne Kunst Passau, Les Rencontres d'Arles, Foto -Triennale Esslingen., Bombay Beach Biennale 2018, 2019.
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