Layers: A Celebration of Womanhood Through Photographic Portraiture

“Layers” is a collection of 20 photographic portraits celebrating the stages of a woman’s life. Women from various backgrounds – aged between 19 and 90 years – were photographed in front of an evolving flower wall during a three-week period. Layers of freshly picked British flowers were added to the wall as the project progressed. The added layers represent the growth and depth of wisdom women gain as life progresses. Ageing flowers indicate the passage of time.

A diverse group of women was selected and includes a scientist, a Team GB gold medal winner, a journalist, a musician, an artist and a writer. The subjects and their life stories are the backbone to the exhibition. “Layers” is a collaboration between photographer Asiko, floral designer Jo Wise and make-up artist Jade Soar. ‘We’ve chosen women who – regardless of their newsworthiness – are strong role models for the younger generation,’ said Soar. ‘The common thread that runs through all of the women is their belief in their path and their pride in who they are and what they do,’ said Wise.

Imogen McGill

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