PORTRAIT OF A BODY SC

A profound depiction of what it’s like to come out as a lesbian in later life, Julia Deporte draws upon the traumatic instances in her childhood which made her submit to a hetrosexual lifestyle and the societal pressure placed on women to give men whatever they desired. Using illustrations of nature and Tove Jannson, Julia Deporte depicts what it’s like for many women who come to terms with their sexuality much later in life, but demonstrates not all is lost within this. A compelling read for anyone struggling with their identity and the traumatic experiences that haunt them from afar.