Ysabella Jackson
Born in Bristol before moving to The Netherlands in 2017, Ysabella began her pursuit of photography at KABK in Den Haag and is continuing it now at The University of The West of England, Bristol. With a keen interest in the human condition, or more specifically maybe, the female condition, Ysabella’s work explores societal perceptions of the female body and women’s personal relationships with their own physicality. Through a careful examination of form and shape, her intimate and expressive studio photography invites viewers to appreciate the beauty of women’s individuality, while emphasising the shared humanity that unites us all.
This ongoing study explores the multifaceted nature of womanhood. It examines the softness, the texture of the skin, and the fluidity of movement, elements that connect us all, alongside the unique beauty found in our differences. Initially, the work presents a diverse array of young women, each distinct in their appearance; but as the layers peel away, we are left with simple curves, light, and shadow. In this intimate examination, the differences fade, revealing shared shapes and forms that unite us.
Born from the context of global conflict, whether physical or verbal, this project highlights the minimal differences between us and underscores the vital need for unity among women in today’s world. It serves as a visual reminder that, beneath the surface, we are more alike than we are different.
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