The Sarah Girner 'The Transience of Things' series allows the viewer a voyeuristic opportunity into suburban homes. The New York-based artist traveled to the Westchester County suburbs in order to capture homes prior to being sold in estate sales. The viewer can then begin to try and piece together the lives of the former inhabitants.
As Girner described on her website, she captures "the final moment of a home and the last time the house exists in all parts with rooms and objects intact in the way the owner intended."
The photographs become beautifully disquieting as you notice the small sticker price tags on the objects. These price tags on dated furniture and family portraits impersonalize the items by making them victims of the broken homes. Though it is unknown what would have caused the estate sales, one cannot imagine it was a positive occurrence.
Estate Sale Photographs
The Sarah Girner 'The Transience of Things' Series Captures Homes
Trend Themes
1. Suburban Homes - Exploring the transience of suburban homes presents an opportunity for innovative approaches to home design and sustainability.
2. Estate Sales - Finding ways to improve the estate sale process can create a more efficient and convenient experience for buyers and sellers.
3. Capturing Moments - Creating new ways to capture and document meaningful moments can revolutionize the way we remember and preserve our personal history.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate - The real estate industry can leverage the concept of transience in suburban homes to develop unique selling points and attract buyers.
2. Art and Photography - Artists and photographers can explore the emotional impact of estate sales and create thought-provoking pieces that challenge our perception of homes and personal belongings.
3. Antiques and Collectibles - The antiques and collectibles industry can use estate sales as an opportunity to source unique and valuable items that hold historical significance.