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Reconstructing Aphroditeis a unique and beautiful book about strength and courage, combining the photographic artistry of Terry Lorant, the surgical artistry of Dr. Loren Eskenazi and partners, with the personal experiences of 21 breast cancer survivors.
A Note From Terry LorantI undertook this project, Reconstructing Aphrodite, when my dear friend Jo, one of the women pictured on these pages, was diagnosed with the dreaded breast cancer a few years ago. In trying to wade through the millions of decisions surrounding treatments and a course of action, including whether or not to opt for reconstruction, she found nothing to look at that was in any way helpful or hopeful. Just medical mug shots which were way too scary. But she chose the path of reconstruction after tons of thought and research, and as she was recovering insisted that this was a photo project that women needed and that I should give it a go. Am I a photographer with a specialty in nudes? Why, no. But I was introduced to Jo's surgeon, Dr. Loren Eskenazi, an artist and a doctor and we took off down this path together. What a journey! Here are twenty-one remarkable women ranging in age from 27 to 78, willing to share their stories and a look at their reconstructed bodies. I learned so much from making these photographs. The strength and resolve and humor from each of these women inspired me every step of the way. TL |
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