I. Austria

To deal with my own vulva, to see it, to consider it as beautiful and unique, was, and is, a new experience for me. In the last two years I have gotten to know myself as a woman in a new and different way, and I have also perceived my body differently. This project supports me in this. That's why my statue is in my bedroom - visible for me and also for others.

A big thank you to Viki for the openness, the courage and the honest conversations.

K. 38, Austria

When I look at my statue as I walk by, I have to smile and sometimes I take it off the shelf and just look at it for a moment.

What the statue has changed for me, above all, is the perspective from which I now look at myself. From doubtful, ashamed to proud. I know that my vulva looks different since the births of my children, but not worse and that there is nothing that needs to be hidden.

N. 25, Austria

The male body, the male genitalia and male attributes are omnipresent and socially more accepted in public. The female body, on the other hand, is still seen as something shameful, provocative and something to hide. Men don't have to deal with this, but as a woman I was often called a slut and a cheap thing because I wore clothes in public that defined my silhouette.

This deeply embedded paradox in society should have been resolved a long time ago and I think with vulva casting another step has been taken in the direction of making the female body more accessible and not labelled as something sinful and something to be hidden. We are human beings with feelings and being content with my vulva also supports me in having a good relationship with my body and my femininity outside of my own four walls.

Honestly, our body is the most valuable thing we own. It's about time that we as women are allowed to feel comfortable in our bodies with all its parts.

C. 27, Austria

I've known about vulva casting for a while and find it very courageous and encouraging to do it. Especially for someone whose vulva does not match the common beauty ideal, it is really good to see that many, many women have the same "problem", which is simply not talked about.

I consider my vulva to be normal and have not had the feeling that my vulva would look particularly strange for a long time now. Unfortunately, I would not call it beautiful yet, because the image of a " tidy " vulva is still too much engraved in me. My answer is clearly influenced by porn, but also by stupid comments from people who probably haven't seen many "real" vulvas in their lives.

S. 36, Austria

I had to pass 30 to be able to name my sexual organs correctly and assign them anatomically. I also had to pass 30 in order to enjoy touching myself, to bring myself to climax. I didn't feel like I was missing that in my life until then. Now I realize that this was a piece of the puzzle that was missing and I feel better in my skin than I ever have before.

It was a process that finished with a positive and shameless approach with myself, my vulva and my body. Thank you, Viki, for accompanying me on this path.

V. 24, Austria

I think projects like Vulvarium are important so that women learn that everything is normal and that they don't have to change for anything or anyone and that they should feel comfortable in their own bodies.

M. 26, Austria

When I think of my vulva, the words 'Attractive', 'Special' and 'Simple' come to my mind. Why simple? In the past, I often had the feeling that this part of my body makes things more complicated and is associated with numerous problems (you are ashamed of it, you feel very differently there, you are reduced to it, etc.), but now I believe that this has less to do with this particular part of my body. The worst experiences I've had in terms of sexuality happened when I was dressed, rather than naked or in bed.

"Why is something down there not working as it should?" e.g. related to a sexual aspect, used to be a frequent headache of mine. I take that more easily now. It's not that body part's fault at all and you shouldn't let it put you under pressure. Most things start in the head and are connected to our feelings; my vulva is in the end just another organ and as simple as my mouth, for example. And if I find myself tongue-tied, I don't immediately worry that my mouth is malfunctioning. That's why I see my vulva as a simple part of me, which like all other parts, can only function as a whole. My vulva is not to blame if it something doesn't work out the way it should.

S. 31, Austria

Until a few years ago, I had the impression that my vulva was wrong, not pretty enough, dirty, surrounded with fear and shameful connotations.
By now, I am on my path to self love and as more and more time has passed my appreciation for my vulva has grown.
When I found out that it is possible to make a statue of it, I was immediately enthusiastic and excited. It was like the icing on the top for me and ever since receiving it, the statue is shining at me from above my bed and I love her exactly how she is.
The exchange with Viki and many other friends of mine brought relief - relief that there is no such a thing as a wrong vulva and that all of them are beautiful.

J. 22 Austria

Before the casting, I didn't really have a picture of how my vulva looked and I was always uncertain about that. Through the casting I feel more confident and reassured that it is beautiful the way it is. Apart from that, this topic has become normal for me and I know that many women are dealing with it. I am now very happy with my vulva and admire the statue. 

V. 36, Austria

I consider this project very valuable to take away women's shame and fear of their own private parts. This project also shows very nicely how different vulvas are. How versatile the appearance and the characteristics of, for example, clitoris and labia are. 

My sculpture is in the bedroom, next to a man and woman figurine symbolizing love and unity. For me, these two sculptures belong closely together. Together they form a beautiful picture. They are in the bedroom, because there they have space to develop their energy and because it is a suitable, intimate place for me, where I can be completely with me.

J. 27, Austria

There is no such thing as normal or abnormal. So we shouldn't really be ashamed of our bodies. But I feel that we are. When I noticed that my inner vulva lips grew longer than my outer ones, I thought that something was wrong with me. I couldn't and haven't talked to my friends about it either. Now I think to myself "they were probably all thinking the same thing". Through the work of wonderful Viktoria we can learn that there is no reason to be ashamed of our vulvas. We should be proud of how beautiful and individual we all are!

L. 25, Austria

Since I received my statue, my vulva has been more present for me, it has become a more noticeable part of my body and the sensations connected to it.

I feel very empowered by the casting process and encouraged to talk about female sexuality more openly in my everyday life and my personal relationships.

I think Vulvarium is important because society's view of sexuality, sexual activity, sexual pleasure, etc. is so strongly male-dominated and it's time for something to change! And, because I think it is very important for young women to see real, "normal" vulvas and their diversity, so that they don't measure themselves according to some absurd beauty ideals. Life is so much more beautiful and free when we connect positive feelings towards our body! Long live diversity! 

P. 28, Austria

I have been spending a lot of time with topics centring my vulva. Curiosity, enthusiasm, self-love, tantric seminars, sex-positive festivals (such as the Sexolution Festival) and loving polyamorous relationships support me in my journey of exploring my own body.

As a teenager I thought about having my inner vulva lips reduced. Now I don't think that anymore. Now it makes me sad when other women think about surgery because of shame or low self-esteem. This makes Viki's work even more important!!! Women are strong and beautiful in their uniqueness and diversity!!! There is a need to embed these thoughts deeply in people and our society!

C. 37, Germany

I never had a problem with my vulva. On the contrary, I found it very beautiful & I also have a positive relationship with my sexuality. Especially since the births of my children a lot has changed and my body awareness has intensified a lot. Somehow I assumed that all women have a vulva almost similar to mine. I am shocked that now, at 37 years old, I realize that I know so little about my own body or vulva.

How could I pass on a safe and positive body image to my daughters if I don't even know my own body?

Through this vulva cast, so many conversations with friends have occurred and now, 1 month later it has already been a great personal gain for myself and for many women around me.

I want my daughters to grow up in a world where body parts or (female) sexuality are not a taboo. And I've taken a big step towards that for myself & will proudly display the statue in my home.

R. 28, Austria

By now, I consider my vulva to be beautiful. In the past, during puberty, I thought that my asymmetrical labia were totally weird and much too long. Although none of my sexual partners ever complained about it, I was still insecure and wondering whether I was somehow strange or different. Of course, since you don't get to see other vulvas all the time. (Penises, however, you see all the time. It is completely normal to scribble penises somewhere and at every festival you can see male genitals.)

The sculpture is a bit like the icing on the cake. On a long journey to myself, to my body and also a bit to my sexuality. And to a general openness to the topic until it becomes normal and natural.

V. 22, Austria

Before the casting, I didn't really have a picture of how my vulva looked and I was always uncertain about that. Through the casting I feel more confident and reassured that it is beautiful the way it is. Apart from that, this topic has become normal for me and I know that many women are dealing with it. I am now very happy with my vulva and admire the statue. 

K. 24, Austria

I have been working intensively with vulva diversity, sexuality, bodies and especially my own vulva and body for over a year now. I work on self-love every day and when I found out about the Vulvarium, the next step towards self-love was immediately clear to me - I need a vulva statue. But it was not primarily about the statue, but the whole experience and everything surrounding it. To deal with myself, to undress in front of a stranger and to make a cast of the body part that, unfortunately, is still associated with the most shame.

And it paid off! It was a wonderful experience. A great, big step in the right direction.

V. 22, Austria

Why I think projects like Vulvarium are important? So that more women have the opportunity to love their vulva as it is and consider it to be beautiful. So that no woman wants to have sex only with turned off lights. So that no woman is afraid that her new sexual partner will dislike her vulva. So that young girls don't think about cosmetic surgery in the genital area. So that words like vulva, vagina, etc. are just as common as penis. So that female sexuality is not a taboo topic. 

C. 28, Austria

My vulva statue stands on my dresser and reminds me every day of the fun meeting with you and my friend L. and the laughs and conversation we shared that night. When I see it, I think to myself "I am beautiful", I often touch it with my fingers and sometimes I must laugh because I think to myself “how funny is it, to have a statue of my vulva just sitting in my room”. Thank you for the enriching experience.

K. 22, Austria

Owning the sculpture of my own vulva has already made a difference. Being involved in feminism in my private life and in my studies, I considered myself quite enlightened, but to be honest, I never looked at my own vulva so closely before. I now see it less as a whole and I appreciate its various parts a bit more. I was also recently able to feel my cervix for the first time, at first it scared me, but it's nice, interesting and exciting to learn more about yourself. I think I am more aware than ever that the vulva is a part of the body that is far too often underrated and taboo, and should be talked about more and more openly.

At first, I was also sceptical about leaving the sculpture on the bookshelf when family members came over to the apartment. But to my own surprise, I was able to have a very good conversation with my mom, telling her about the cast. I was very pleased that she was interested and that she found the idea exciting.

M. 31, Austria

I wanted to capture my yoni, to have her beauty visible in front of me even for many years ahead. Why? Because I got the diagnosis Lichen Planus, I call the disease Lucy Pussy, just to have a better relation to it. The diagnosis came like a kick in the ass.

The disease often affects my (sex and relationships) life in a negative way, but the diagnosis ultimately came with good intentions. It has motivated me greatly to finally come to terms with myself and my femininity without any ifs or buts. I now pay more attention to myself in so many aspects, to my soul, to what is good for me and my yoni.

For a long time, I didn't know that vulvas could look different. And, for far too long I didn't know what my yoni looked like. Because of Lucy Pussy, I now regularly look at my yoni with a mirror and then have to realize with joy how beautiful it is!

Even though Lucy Pussy will change it in stages, it belongs to me, and it is solely my responsibility how I relate to it. I can only advise everyone to take a good look at their yoni with a mirror! How do the vulva lips look like? What colour are they? Where is the clitoris? How does the vulva feel?

Build a positive relationship with it! I unfortunately didn't do this when I was growing into a woman. I am only now catching up and discovering everything. My first experiences with men were physically and psychologically connected with pain, so it has been hard for me to find a healthy way to deal with my femininity. I have found out for myself how important it is to talk and to communicate one's feelings and needs, to feel and perceive oneself, to consciously deal with oneself, to seek and accept help. On the one hand, I find it sad that I am only now experiencing orgasms at the age of 31, but on the other hand, I am so happy and proud to have taken this path and to have worked on myself! How awesome are orgasms, especially when you can experience them with or through another person?! How wonderful is a yoni that it is capable of such a thing?!      

M. 57, Austria

I saw the variety of these beautiful vulvas on Instagram and wanted my vulva to be valued in the same way. In addition, I had the feeling that mostly young women are ready for a vulva casting - I am 57 and am also proud of my vulva!

That's what I wanted to demonstrate.

My vulva statue is standing next to the bed on the nightstand. I find it beautiful, exquisite, special, unique.

Since I briefly look at the statue before going to sleep, and often, touch it gently, the connection with my vulva is much more intimate, more affectionate. Without this cast, I would never have had the opportunity to see my vulva so vividly. At first, I looked at the statue somewhat shyly, almost timidly. Now I could easily show it to many people. The positive attitude of Viki during the vulva casting session and this beautiful statue have reassured me even more that my vulva is more than ok the way it is.

L. 20, Austria

As a young girl and with the onset of puberty, you often ask yourself, does that "down there" look "normal" or is something wrong? These questions were still buzzing around in my head for years afterwards.... Even my first sexual experiences didn't change this very much. Only now, after having dealt with vulvas more intensively, I have realized how beautiful and aesthetic every vulva - especially mine - is. I am so glad that I was finally able to free myself from all these restraints and fears. Vulva casting has helped me incredibly in this! I can only recommend every woman or girl to also discover her own mystery called vulva.