LIMB DIFFERENCE. LIMITLESS CONFIDENCE.

At Unbound, we believe in the power of representation. That’s why we worked with photographer Elise Dumontet and Zebedee, the talent agency championing models with disabilities, to create a striking exhibition that challenges perceptions and celebrates difference.

This powerful series features models aged 2 to 54, all of whom have either been born with a limb difference or undergone amputation. Each portrait is a testament to self-love, confidence, and the beauty of individuality – proving that standing tall isn’t about fitting into expectations but embracing who you are.

With over 30 million amputees worldwide – and more than 100,000 in the UK alone –positive visibility is crucial. Yet, many of these individuals can count on their fingers how often they’ve seen themselves represented in fashion, art, and media. This project isn’t just about photography. It’s about shifting perspectives, fostering inclusion, and inspiring others to embrace their differences.

LETTERS, LIMBS & LIBERATION

To extend the exhibition’s message into the design, the typography itself reflects the theme of limb difference. The letterforms are intentionally cut away, removing parts of their ascenders and descenders, creating a striking visual parallel to the photography. Typography has its own anatomy, and many of its terms mirror body parts – a shoulder (R), a leg (K, R), an arm (E, F), and a foot (D). By deconstructing these elements, the type becomes more than just a design choice; it becomes an extension of the story, reinforcing the exhibition’s powerful statement on identity and form.

What began as a photo series has evolved into an exhibition that debuted in London before traveling to France. A limited edition book was also published, ensuring that these stories of resilience and beauty reach beyond gallery walls.

At Unbound, we’re proud to be part of this journey, one that redefines beauty, challenges the norm, and reminds us all that difference isn’t just okay; it’s extraordinary.