Between Man & Child

FURST PUBLISHED IN MOTHERLAND

An extraordinary new series of films, commissioned by NOWNESS, delves into the heart of motherhood, placing normality at centre stage. Refreshing, honest, raw, and beautiful, just some of the words that come to mind when watching Between Man and Child, the first in a unique new series of films about motherhood that hasbeen commissioned by NOWNESS.

The series, titled MotherNature, aims to delve into the heart of parenthood, placing normality at centre stage. As the first in the series, Between Man and Child, directed by photographer Natasja Fourie, focuses on exploring the feelings of the mother-to-be, addressing issues of femininity, self-identity and transition. It sees Fourie bravely turn the camera on herself, beautifully capturing a significantly personal moment in time.

Through the film she looks at the idea of both shifting self- identity, as well as the feelings of a new mother torn between man and child.

END