Anna Riess

A week ago .shop
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M.other body was self-published only a month ago, filled with poems I wrote over a year, shaped by 13 years of being a mother + artist (aka constant transformation, chaos, bittersweet beauty, isolation and everything in between).
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I also made a series of raw clay objects along the way - messy, tactile, very honest, imperfect, like little physical notes to self, extensions of the body, the center of it all.

Learning from the best .valdi.ginko
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Photography for the book by Elodie Grethen
Design of the book by Katharina Griesbacher-Tafner
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Still feels a bit vulnerable, unreal but right!
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Thank you again if you have been part of the crowdfunding campaign that made the production of this project possible 🩷
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M.other body in May
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Sent all pre-orders and presented the book .shop along wonderful and
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Thank you for having me .shop
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Thank you all for coming and getting your own copy : one of twohundredandfiftythree
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Soon I will share another beautiful spot where I get it present this independently published book :)
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Book is available via www.annariess.com
motherbody

Photo on Photo surprise that came with the “Makulatur”
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It translates with “waste” of the printing process but the opposite is the case - it’s actually the best part
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So is the press coverage and your very sweet messages and feedback I cherish so much. Making a book has definitely similar phases as bringing a child into this world. Something we discussed also in the interview you will find at the end. A conversation I had with Elodie Grethen and Marie-Ève Lafontaine. Please make sure you register for the event .shop this Thursday to find out more.
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Photo on Photo - not planned but perfection
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„Tearing apart x femme maison tvärtom“ 2026
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There is loads of testing involved in the production of a book. This print on print of 2 photos is one of many wonderful odd surprises, it feels like an unplanned gift on top of the book that makes it all even more depth.
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🩷 📕 My book is out now 📕 🩷
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„M.other body“ was born from a deeply personal and vulnerable process. Through her own artistic practice Anna Riess examines how to be artist&mother.
In close collaboration with photographer Elodie Grethen, she brings these explorations into dialogue, weaving images and words into a work about body, identity, transformation, and intimacy. Sharing such personal texts and photographs requires courage and support.
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Elodie Grethen photography
Katharina Griesbacher-Tafner graphic design & editing
Irmi Benezeder fine typography
Ana Barros creative consulting
Gisela Selbach proofreading
Anna Riess artist / publisher
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Thanks to a large crowdfunding community, this book was able to be financed. Book was printed in Austria.

100 pages

253 copies

ask for personal note by the author
Book available via www.annariess.com
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Today is book delivery day ✨📦

Sharing a few close-up details from the photographs I combined - beautifully captured by
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I can’t wait for you to experience the work in person. Truly grateful for everyone who’s been following along and supporting this exciting journey.
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I think next up: Tarot cards 🃏 🎴
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„M.other body“ coming to life
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wake-up call at 5:30 today : off to the printing factory with my dear friend and graphic designer .t

A little gift from the morning: I spotted a fox on the way
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Half an hour later, we were deep in the color adjustments for my book. Such an incredible place: a beautiful workshop, expert hands adjusting powerful machines, and an atmosphere that’s both focused and full of warmth. Thank you for the early tour

This project is anything but simple - it’s delicate, detailed, and truly a team effort. Seeing it come to life like this is moving indeed.
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Grateful for everyone involved in carrying this big vision forward with such care and precision. Thank you for your dedication, your expertise, and the joy you bring into the process:
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Thank you everyone involved in the crowdfunding 🩷

Series: „I can dance my name“ in 🩷🧦🩷
„Single soft socks“ „Step by Step“
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Transformed some socks who lost their partner
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Still looking for a way to frame or keep them save
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Share ideas anytime - thank you 🩷 🧦

Family Easter Reunion
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„I can dance my name“ & behind the scenes
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Germany, spring 2026
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