with her ii: corpus

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Corpus is a deeply personal project that delves into self-discovery and challenges societal stigmas surrounding women's bodies. Rooted in my own struggles with body dysmorphic disorder, the project explores the nuanced connection between body and mind, aiming to unveil the hidden battles faced by young women.

As a response to my journey, I set a rule: capturing each participant's vulnerability with only two 120 rolls of film: colour and black and white. This deliberate constraint not only shaped the artistic process but also contributed to the project's sustainability, reducing waste and emphasising the value of each exposure.

This limitation shifted the focus from the 'perfect image' to documenting unique experiences. Through medium format photography, intricate details become storytelling tools, preserving authenticity. Mindful of avoiding objectification, especially of the female nude, I focused on details like scars, moles, and tattoos that represent personal histories.

Each session was similar to a therapy session, fostering meaningful conversations and capturing the individuality of each participant's experience. The photographs became windows into intimate moments, making the portraits personal and private rather than public.

Originally conceived as a photobook, the project includes portraits of fourteen participants. The selection shown here is part of the wider series. If you are interested in viewing the full photobook dummy, please feel free to get in touch.