STALKER N°4

Title: STALKER N°4
Year: 2015
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 95 x 105 cm, 38 x 41 in
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Provenance: Artist’s Studio, Switzerland
Authentication: This artwork is accompanied by a certificate from the artist, signature on the back

This piece from my Cinema series, translates as I was deeply moved by the enigmatic atmosphere of Tarkovsky’s “Stalker.” I sought to immerse viewers in the iconic scene where the three main characters venture into the perilous “Zona.” The shallow water, a recurring motif in the film, is rendered with subtle textures, blurring the boundaries between reality and illusion. Emerging from the gloom, the mysterious black dog captures the tension between menace and guidance – its ambiguous presence inviting viewers to question whether it symbolizes the devil or perhaps a protective spirit accompanying the travelers. To enhance the spiritual undertones, I kept the forms indistinct and slightly out of focus, reflecting both the uncertainty of the journey and the complexity of our own desires. This painting is meant to evoke contemplation: as you gaze at its haunting, elusive imagery, I hope you feel compelled to reflect on the nature of longing and the mysterious paths we take in pursuit of fulfillment.