As the vessels that house human consciousness, our bodies map the course of our lives. From birth, the scars, wrinkles, freckles and “imperfections” we collect tell our individual stories – charting the growth and change of each unique experience. 

Atypical? is a series of hyperreal paintings by Melbourne-based artist Stacey Korfiatis; un-airbrushed, unaltered portraits that empower the subject and viewer by challenging conventional definitions of beauty.

Baring all: surgical scars, birth marks, stretch marks, wrinkles, and body hair – each model stands before you, allowing the effects of time and experience to tell their story.

Atypical? rejects the notion that beauty is homogeneous, and the existence of a universal norm for beauty with respect to age, sexuality, gender, ability or skin tone. Atypical? celebrates the magnificence of bodies whatever their appearance.

Supported by Yarra City Arts.  

Black Cat Gallery
Wednesday – Saturday: 12pm – 5pm
Sunday: 12pm – 4pm