Elena Dorfman
Fandomania 2006-2007
Elena Dorfman's previous body of work, Still Lovers 2005, focuses on the relationship
between silicone sex dolls and their owners. Explorations of identity through portraiture
are the forefront of Dorfman's work.
In her most recent series currently on display at Proof, Fandomania 2006-2007, Dorfman
explores the pop-cultural phenomenon of "cosplay." Cosplayers dress up in costumes
that represent characters from video games, animated films, and Japanese graphic
novels. This exploding subculture, adapted from the Japanese "geek" craze, flourishes
at convention centers, college dorms, private clubs, and homes across the country,
every day of the year. It is a private world that continues to grow.
Exhibited Works
- "Rei" from Evangeline Grimrock, 2005. C-print.
- "School Girl Kitty" from Lord of Nekopia,
2005. C-print.
- "Madhatter" from Angel Sanctuary, 2005.
C-print.
- "Scarred Sorrow," 2005. C-print.
- "Van Fanel Escaflowne," 2005. C-print.
- "Finn" from Angel Reverse, 2005. C-print.
- "Ling Ling" from Ranna, 2005. C-print.