This episode of Out of the Frame: Conversations about Photography features guest artist Minami Ivory talking to host Pia Johnson about their artistic practice and self-portraiture, personal stories and trauma.

Minami Ivory is a photographic artist based in Tasmania, Australia. Born and raised in Hokkaido, Japan, she moved to Australia at the age of fifteen. Her practice blends analogue and digital photography, incorporating paint, text, and collage to deepen meaning. Centred on issues affecting women in Japanese society, her work has been showcased in art prizes and photography festivals both nationally and internationally.

Trigger Warning***Please note that this episode contains potentially distressing material, and discusses violence and trauma to women, young women and mental health concerns.

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