Barbiecore

Introducing the "BARBIECORE Series": A captivating exploration of beauty, identity, and empowerment inspired by Pat McGrath's surreal makeup artistry for Martin Margiela's spring 2024 couture show and the whimsical world of Barbie. Each photograph in the series is a window into the transformation of Sara, who embodies the quintessential doll-like perfection, yet yearns to break free from the confines of her plastic paradise. In the opening images, Sara is portrayed as the epitome of doll-like perfection, residing in her idyllic pink world. However, when she ventures into the harsh realities of the real world, she is confronted with a stark contrast to her fantasy realm - a world plagued by conflict, environmental degradation, disease, poverty, and societal disillusionment. As Sara grapples with the dissonance between her perfect world and the harsh truths of reality, she undergoes a metamorphosis. Shedding her conventional image, she embraces elements of rebellion and punk culture, symbolizing her defiance of societal norms and expectations. With each photograph, Sara's transformation unfolds, symbolizing her journey toward self-discovery and empowerment. Rejecting the narrow confines of conventional beauty and femininity, she embraces her true self without reservation or apology. Through the lens of the BARBIECORE series, viewers are invited to consider the complexities of identity, beauty standards, and the power of self-expression in a world that often seeks to limit and define us. Model & Stylist: Sara Streule Make-up Artist & Storytelling: Dominik Höller Photographer & Concept: Fabiana Nunes Videomaker & Photo Assistant: Shobee El-Helymy Technical detail: Use of Kaleidoscopic Filters and Vibrant Color Gel Flash