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Transformation of Beauty
Carmen Elisa Iregui Acosta
Carmen Elisa Iregui Acosta’s photo series TRANSFORMATION OF BEAUTY criticizes and mocks the big fashion and advertising industries about the beauty standards imposed with digitally created bodies. For years, the aspect of fabricating perfect bodies inside the industries has been an open topic for the creators of the audiovisual and artistic medium, something that – for the masses – is not so obvious and maybe just speculation. The aspect of imposing a ’perfect body‘ has brought a lot of insecurities, many have developed psychological problems, lack of self-esteem and even health problems such as eating disorders, all to seek a body that is almost physically impossible to reach.
The series of photos are composed by a triptych of the real body of each model to be photographed and a single image where they are shown as advertising actors with perfect looking bodies.
Carmen Elisa Iregui Acosta
Coming from the land of “magical realism” I search myself and my roots into the wild, nature, the multicolor lights in the sky and sea. What my projects reflect are what I want to fix for me, for the planet, and others. There are so many horrors in this world that why not to see the beautiful side of it. I present the reality of my surroundings, family, and friends. Details are part of my work, as this not always shows the obvious but the deepest feelings and emotions of the past and the present. Portraits revealing people’s personalities and not just models with fake smiles.
Where do you see yourself in 20 years?
I would like to be able to teach other people about my experience in art and photography to young people in Colombia, because It is not a fully explored area.
What was the most challenging experience during your studies?
I guest writing, I am very good at doing and producing but when it comes to write and develop the ideas through writing it's difficult.
Who or what inspires you?
Nature and stories, photography is always capable of capturing stories to share.
How do you approach a new project?
Always a have a basic background of what you are about develop. Bases are very important.
What advice would you give to students who just started studying in your programme?
Take the most of it, being self-sufficient is also a very good idea, there are always many things to learn. Now with technology and means of learning many new skills can be developed that will serve for future jobs. Always think from the beginning about the path you want to take and then gradually create a solid portfolio.
Have you changed during your studies? How?
Yes, It has thought me to get out of my comfort zone and explore different ways tell a story. You also get inspired by your colleagues and professors.
Why did you choose to study in your programme?
I saw it as an opportunity to learn new things, get inspired to create and also meet people who are also looking to be inspired, everyone has a story to tell.
What are you not going to miss in your studies?
The pressure and push to create different things all the time. Sometimes you are in your comfort zone and this helps you wake up to create new images and new ideas.
