Monstrous Feminine by Jessica Ledwich

In her surreal photo series, Monstrous Feminine, the Melbourne-based artist, Jessica Ledwich, aims to show the number of ways women are conditioned to treat themselves, often using physical harm or pain, in order to appear 'beautiful'.

From 'Monstrous Feminine' by Jessica Ledwich. Photo / Jessica Ledwich

Image 1 of 7: From 'Monstrous Feminine' by Jessica Ledwich. Photo / Jessica Ledwich