This book, “Where Barbie Sleeps,” is a meditative blend of poetic narrative and evocative photography, capturing a surreal journey through Mediterranean landscapes and dreamlike moments. The text, written by acclaimed poet Elma van Haren and delicately translated by David Colmer, follows the languid awakening of Barbie as she drifts between sleep and reality with the passing sound of trains, golden fields, and forests of dark-blue pines.
Highlights
• The story invites readers into a world where everyday objects and landscapes merge into poetry, offering a unique and contemplative perspective on sleep, memory, and transformation.
• The book is visually enriched by installations from Laura van den Boom and dream-infused photographs from Herman van den Boom, whose works are acclaimed internationally for their conceptual irony and cinematic touch.
• Presented by De Henehoeve Gallery in Heks, Belgium, in 2025, this edition is an exclusive collector’s item for lovers of contemporary photography and poetic storytelling.
Perfect For
• Fans of contemporary European art and photographic poetry.
• Collectors drawn to surreal, conceptual installations and publications with international exhibition pedigree.
• Anyone seeking a visually and emotionally rich escape into imaginary worlds, inspired by the iconic figure of Barbie in unexpected, evocative places.
“Where Barbie Sleeps” is more than just a book—it’s a dream finely woven into image and verse, destined to captivate and intrigue those who appreciate art at the boundary of reality and fantasy.