Birth Control is a video work that explores material overconsumption and the relation between collective consciousness and the individual. It highlights how group behaviour can control the individual, whilst at the same time creating a shared synchronicity that produces a sense of connectedness. In the artwork ‘hoarding’ is an example of mass hysteria and addiction.

The performers in the video are dressed in garments made from cotton waste material, including old cut-up T-shirts with fossil like statements and decorations. Through re-construction of the material, Winther addresses the predominantly female practice of sewing and mending as a practical, economic and sustainable skill.

Video editing made in collaboration with Ville Vidøe

Score: Mija Milovic
Performers: Netti Nüganen, Nadja Voorham, Thjerza Balaj, Klara Lopéz, Skjold Rambow, Liva Winther, Lydia Östberg Diakité, Ingeborg Meier Andersen
Drummer: Simin Stine Ramezanali 
Set design: Sofia Stål
MUA: Mateusz Grymel
Costume and styling: Puer Parasitus