acrylic face-mounted giclée print, epson photography paper 220 grs
Description
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In this close-up photograph by Mariana Ajo, the focus is on an eye with textured skin and a defined eyebrow, using natural tones and soft lighting to highlight details. The image explores themes of aging and beauty standards, inviting viewers to contemplate identity and self-perception. Ajo’s style is introspective, employing personal and familial imagery to question societal ideals of femininity. This work is part of her series examining how cultural narratives shape perceptions of beauty and self-image. ...
Mariana Ajo critically examines the construction of feminine identity through photography and installation. Her work delves into the cultural and personal narratives that shape perceptions of beauty and femininity, often questioning the standards imposed by media and societal expectations. Ajo's approach is deeply introspective, utilizing her own image as a starting point to explore broader themes of body image, self-perception, and the generational transmission of beauty ideals. She engages in a process of self-reflection, comparing her appearance with that of her family members, to understand the influences that have shaped her identity. Her installations often incorporate elements that challenge traditional representations of women, creating spaces that invite viewers to confront and reconsider the norms and stereotypes associated with femininity. Through her work, Ajo fosters a dialogue about the complexities of identity and the ways in which cultural narratives are constructed and perpetuated. ...
