Altering the lens of typically ‘different’ body characteristics, markings and injury often seen as ‘unsightly’ by turning them into visions of beauty.
I was privileged to be the copy editor of an extremely important, beautiful and thought-provoking personal project of professional beauty photographer, Elise Dumontet. The exhibition launched in London and has since travelled Europe.
“We are all made to be unique and different. You are the most perfect version of yourself.”
— Ashley
“The perception of perfect is different for everyone – there’s no such thing as ‘normal’. Your body is a beautiful thing no matter what – never be afraid to show it off.”
— Molly
“I embrace my prosthetic. I never cover it – I wear it with pride, like a gorgeous pair of shoes.”
— Andrew
“I cannot smile everyday but I can hope. That being said, hope alone is enough to make me smile, therefore, I shall and will smile everyday.”
— Grace
“I have more confidence and inner strength with one leg, than I ever had with two.”
— Nancy
“This body has gone through war and the scars are there to show that I did not give up.”
— Marleen
“I haven't let being different define who I am, instead I've used it to be the guiding force of everything I do.”
— Daniel