2015 / Editorial / Photo Essay

Jenny`s Soul

  • Photographer
    Sandra Hoyn

The series "Jenny’s Soul" shows the relationship between a man and his silicone doll. Dirk (name changed) has been living together with his silicone doll Jenny for four years now in Germany. After suffering a burnout and because he was lonely, he bought the doll for 6000 Euros. Because she looks so real, the doll is not just a sex toy, she has become a partner to him. Dirk has forged a strong emotional relationship with Jenny. He is able to hear Jenny, talk to her and perceive her soul. Dirk is happy. His doll gives him a sense of closeness and security. He would not want to live without her. Their everyday life takes place in the apartment, never outside. Dirk keeps their life together secret.