Shellie Zhang, (b. 1991) 
Purity Control, 2014-2015 
Chromogenic print 
On loan from the artist 

Chinese-Canadian artist Shellie Zhang collects and photographs objects as a way of investigating what they communicate about a person, group, or the broader culture. Purity Control shows items marketed towards women. Each is intended to remove something from the body, whether hair, skin, or blemishes. The blue background evokes a hospital-like sterility.