As the sibling of an avid dancer, I’m often struck by the physical scrutiny dancers face in their industry. Being non-graceful myself, I was easily impressed by ballerinas. As always, the more I dug, the more fascinating the industry became.
While some standards—like the desire for long lines—seem reasonable, others—like head size and shape—are much more obscure. With that in mind, I created an awareness campaign for the athletic community highlighting the pros and cons of the dance field. While the campaign is meant to criticize the industry, it is also seeks to gain respect for dancers as hardworking, applied athletes.
Afterall, have you seen what pointe does to your toes?