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Stefanie SchneiderIf you love me then why can’t it work? (The Girl behind the White Picket Fence)2013
2013
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If you love me then why can’t it work?
(The Girl behind the White Picket Fence) - 2013
38x40cm,
Edition of 10,
Archival C-Print, based on a Polaroid.
Certificate and Signature label.
Artist Inventory #11948.
Not mounted.
Offered is a piece from the movie: The Girl behind the White Picket Fence
"Echoes of Fragile Desires: A Moment of Unraveling"
In the visual tapestry meticulously woven by Stefanie Schneider within "The Girl behind the White Picket Fence" feature film, the artwork "If you love me then why can’t it work?" emerges as a poignant chapter—a snapshot that encapsulates the raw complexity of human emotions. Against the backdrop of an unadorned motel room, the character "the girl," portrayed by Heather Megan Christie, grapples with the tangled web of love, fear, and vulnerability.
The Motel Room: A Canvas of Isolation
The setting is a modest motel room—a space that embodies transient anonymity and a refuge for countless moments of introspection. The room's sparse décor magnifies the isolation that often accompanies intimate struggles. The old painting on the wall and the quilt that exudes the essence of the 1970s create a sense of temporal dislocation—a metaphor for the complex emotional journey unraveling within.
The Girl: An Expression of Heartache
At the core of the composition, Heather Megan Christie portrays "the girl" perched on the edge of the bed. Clad in a red negligee adorned with white lace, her attire symbolizes vulnerability and passion intertwined. The bangles on her arm echo the echoes of her experiences—each moment leaving its mark on her being.
The Diamond Tattoo: A Mark of Identity
The diamond tattoo on her throat serves as an emblem—an insignia of identity and a reminder of her own worth. Within the turmoil of her emotions, it shines as a beacon of self-recognition—a testament to her desire to remain steadfast in the face of challenges.
Dismay, Fear, and Exhaustion: A Multitude of Emotions
The turmoil within "the girl's" heart is mirrored in her expression—a complex symphony of dismay, fear, and exhaustion etched onto her visage. Her upturned eyes speak of inner conflict, her furrowed brow resonates with trepidation, and her gaze seems to traverse the abyss of uncertainty.
A Heartbreaking Crossroad: Love and Loneliness
The scene encapsulates a heartrending crossroad—a moment where love and loneliness intersect. As she navigates the terrain of breaking up with her boyfriend, her internal struggle is palpable. The fear of being alone, juxtaposed with the desire for authentic connection, tugs at the strings of her heart.
"Echoes of Fragile Desires" paints an evocative tableau that speaks to the shared human experience of wrestling with love's complexities. The scene transcends its visual confines, resonating with universal emotions—the struggle for authenticity, the ache of vulnerability, and the quest for a sense of self amidst tumultuous circumstances. Through Schneider's lens, "If you love me then why can’t it work?" becomes a mirror reflecting the multifaceted facets of human relationships and the narratives that weave through our lives.
- Creator:Stefanie Schneider (1968, German)
- Creation Year:2013
- Dimensions:Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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- Gallery Location:Morongo Valley, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU652312910942
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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