Back to Drag: Transforming Uncertainty into Creative Power
Born in a thunderstorm as a nordic viking princess far from home, an idea was given a vessel and the opportunity to emerge as a performative body into a new world it hadn't seen or known before.
Leaving a man, and well known structures behind, putting mind, body, and soul, on an alternate journey, being surrounded by outstanding creatures. Experiencing cohesion of yet another level of kindness and love. Following one and the same powerful but ephemeral purpose: creation. A new journey towards inner acceptance and acknowledgment, and the craving for its artistic expression. A journey and travel that was closely connected to physical displacement, new discoveries and encounters guided by curiosity as well as the fact of not bearing the weight of history.
Its result: Fräulein Helga Pelvis.
One year has passed since then. The current isolation has made most unexpected encounters and the exchange of physical closeness almost impossible and has shifted important and enriching confrontations onto our screens, giving virtual realities new importance. Although we all miss a gentle touch, here is what we've come up with behind closed doors, transforming uncertainty into creative power. Inspired by the well known character of vivacious, outgoing and bold Marie Antoinette, last standing queen of France — famous for her taste in wild parties and extravagant fashions, most likely experiencing her very own and specific isolation since the day she was born into a role she didn't choose to be in. Not much is historically known about her life, but nevertheless, very voluptuous fantasies surround her personality, and have been an inspiration for many artists. Enjoy the ride!
About the artists:
Marcel Ruben Schoen, Model and Designer (@helgawerks)
Queer creator Marcel Ruben Schoen aka. Helga Pelvis works as an independent artist, fashion designer and performer in Berlin. Exploring the art of drag and challenging the general perception of gender, its superficiality as well as its deep connection to our inner beauty, and balance of our male and female energies. His last project #HELGAWERKS is focusing on handmade macramé couture creations constructed of pure cotton strings, celebrating body confidence and sensuality.
Lena Maria, Photographer (@lenamarialoose)
Photographer Lena Maria Loose grew up in the Ruhr district in the west of Germany and rooted in Berlin eleven years ago, where she works as a professional photographer as well as in art and education. As a photographer she loves to tell (imaginary) stories and to share observations in a subjective way. Her personal work is about intimacy, vulnerability and social structures. Website: lenamarialoose.eu
Lauren Jane Pringle, Producer (@laurenjaynepringle)
Producer Lauren Jane Pringle was born outside of London, creatively birthed in Buenos Aires and currently living in Berlin. She is a didactic director, producer and movement artist. Her work focuses on the explosion of gender, movement stories and how we communicate without words. She is fascinated with breaking normative culture and provoking humans to think about their mind, body and soul connections. Website: laurenpringle.com
