A closer look at my work in the OBJECTS exhibition at Blackwater Gallery.
Open for public view until 02.09.22
About my piece
Fememento was derived from an idiosyncratic fascination with objects and the regular questioning of beauty standards and ideals. Responding to themes of existentialism and body dysmorphia my work expresses a sense of calm fragility. Merging the physical forms of molluscs with the female human figure I hope to gently draw attention to the way in which the conscious mind’s self-deprecating aspects of criticism perceives the body as an object. I am captivated by the way in which self-criticism serves as both a means of progression and deterioration. The vacant shell formations of Fememento can be symbolised as a pass asylum for a life yet often serve the purpose as decoration. The human element relates to this sentiment by giving a comparative and mirrored narrative. The human body functions as a tool, vehicle, armour, yet often becomes an inanimate form of decoration and visual pleasure. Exploring the perceived beauty and tragedy of both forms I have constructed a trophy-like object.
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Dottie-may Aston 