Surreal Serenity (2024) by Elli Asker
Elli Asker: As a lesbian photographer from a former Soviet Union republic, now residing permanently in Sweden, my work is profoundly shaped by the intersections of identity, personal history, and sociopolitical experience. The transition from a career in political science to photography has allowed me to address these issues through a visual language that is simultaneously personal and universal.
The struggles I have faced due to my sexual orientation, coupled with the challenges of immigration, have deeply influenced my artistic vision. The impact of PTSD, resulting from these experiences, is a recurring theme in my work as I navigate concepts of fragmentation, reconstruction, and the search for belonging.
In recent years, I have actively sought to exhibit my work, participating in various exhibitions across Sweden and hosting my own solo exhibition. I am also a member of two prominent Swedish art associations, which have provided valuable platforms for sharing my work with diverse audiences.
Read more: Elli Asker – Artist’s Statement
