Mattress 6 is one of a series of 9 images, each available in a limited edition of 12.
The Mattress series is part of photographer James Ostrer’s first solo exhibition ‘Death, Sex and Re-birth’, a new body of work in which Ostrer explores themes such as gluttony, sexual compulsion, and addiction, drawing on personal experience.
These dramatic and dream-like photographic projects are dipped in dark humour. Scenes are constructed to pose simple psychological questions such as: “Who am I, without my fear and vices?” In short, they are a confession to his wavering lack of self.
In some images he uses physical hideousness in order to present his inner self and to articulate these fears. The photographs act as symbolic self-portraits, expressing his gluttonous desire to consume and the consequences of that drive. For example women are reduced to lumps of raw meat; a cold unsatisfying meal.
These works are not presented to shock but to invite the viewer to reflect on the darker aspects of human nature whilst having a forgiving undertone that accepts human fragility. The artist is not just inviting viewers to look closely at themselves but also to confront their shadows.
Unframed Giclée print on archival paper Dimensions: 40" x 29.5"
Editions 1 - 5 £600 Editions 6 - 10 £800 Editions 11 - 12 £1000
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