A celebration of flesh and form. Selfportraits delves into the lush, exaggerated bodies of female figures. These digital sculptures blur the line between reality and fantasy, embracing the surreal to challenge norms. Each piece is a visceral ode to identity, power, and the unapologetic presence of the body in all its lush glory.
Bis du satt bist presents a sculptural pelvic phantom, symbolizing the female body as a „kiosk of social life.“ Filled with edible sweet eggs, the installation reflects on the body as a site of exchange, caught between public and private realms. It examines societal perceptions of femininity, autonomy, and consumption. The eggs, offered to exhibition viewers, underscore themes of nourishment and exploitation.
In Rock Paper Sexism, a life-sized female figure defies balance, poised on a rocking horse frame. Cloaked in layers of pink textile ruffles, she juxtaposes softness with strength, accentuated by a black leather belt reminiscent of a vaulting horse. The title alludes to the classic game Rock Paper Scissors, transforming it to symbolize the power struggles and societal roles women navigate.
Brotzeit transforms the humble loaf into a tactile, timeless artifact. Sculpted from terrazzo, this piece bridges the ordinary and the extraordinary, grounding nourishment in permanence. The first slice appears as if caught mid-fall, suspended in motion. It invites contemplation on the beauty found in everyday objects
TRYLLETISSE is a playful maybe provocative exploration of control and absurdity. This interactive comic like sculpture features a male hip, with a neon-yellow „pee stream.“ The piece is interactive. Users determine its flow—when it starts, when it stops—offering an exaggerated take on power dynamics and bodily functions. The piece blurs the line between authority and farce, inviting viewers to engage with the whimsical and the critical in equal measure.
These smaller objects reimagine the concept of the doll, playing with its familiar form while inviting new interpretations. An offer on identity, nostalgia, and the desire to possess and categorize.
The First Count immerses you in a world of contradictions, exploring the profound impact of disgust—disgust for one’s body, silence, and vulnerability. The installation reclaims this unjust emotion, reminding us that victims of sexual assault are not to blame. Through the allegory of rats—often feared, yet among the most social and resilient creatures—the work reveals a narrative of solidarity, survival, and healing. Illuminated by the healing properties of blue light, The First Counttakes the first steps toward mending deep wounds.
Publication Machine confronts the ever-present pressures of beauty standards and gender inequality. The doll, a recurring symbol, embodies an ongoing struggle with bodily expectations. Inside the machine, viewers are invited to consume a narrative of betrayal—failing, cramping, leaking—while exploring the pursuit of intimacy and freedom from societal rules. This work offers a deeply personal yet universally resonant examination of the female experience, blending vulnerability with resistance.
HeimWeg presents a terrazzo block embedded with brass keychain replicas, symbolizing the tension between their sentimental value and their use as weapons. A memorabilia for the fear and vulnerability women face when walking home alone. HeimWeg invites contemplation on safety, gender inequality, and the need for empathy in our shared spaces.
Baby Momma blurs the line between the familiar and the unsettling. These wax sculptures, inspired by the classic bubble candle, challenging the clean aesthetic of traditional design. They embody a femininity that is both monstrous and comforting, inviting viewers to confront their desires. The question lingers: do you dare to light them and embrace the warmth within?
Let’s Get Loud – an assemblage featuring a hand-crafted drum and porcelain doll heads, challenging the silence imposed on women. Inspired by a childhood memory of a forbidden toy drum, this work calls for women to reclaim their voices and make noise. The drum’s resonant sound symbolizes breaking free from societal constraints, celebrating the strength and defiance of women who refuse to be silenced.
