Surrealism was originally based on a mythical attempt to pin down the most fleeting of human experiences, the moment when two worlds, inner and outer, sleeping and waking, meet and coincide. These moments were believed to hold the ultimate truth, a hyper-reality.The female nude as a Surrealist muse is a familiar image. In Biological Destinies of Clayomies however, the hyper -reality behind the Surrealist muse is also exposed, resulting in a revelation of the figures, but also their unresolved desires.
Taking male Surrealist artworks from the 20th century as a reference point, these images address sexism and prejudice against women at the time of the original artworks creation, as well as highlighting current feminist issues.
Biological Destinies of Clayomies depicts strong women whose decisions and struggles are vivid and all consuming. Although their form has evolved to one of greater physical strength, these living dolls are still concerned with conforming to society's view of feminine physical beauty and biological destiny. Nature will always ensure they must make tough choices against the biological clock.
Ultimately, Biological Destinies of Clayomies asks us whether women are held back by society and biology, or is it ourselves that set the bar for what we should achieve?
