Distorted

Distorted

Chloe Lane
Distorted
2020
Latex, Acrylic, Acetone, Eyeshadow, Foundation, Cotton, Mirror, Nylon
175cm x 35cm x 65cm
Photo: Chloe Lane (artist)

Chloe create an interactive exhibition piece where the viewer can see themselves through the eyes of the mask, becoming the performer. Highlighting the fact that as women we strive to achieve this distorted and unachievable image of perfection, constructed by societies impossible beauty standards.

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