I’m a Black non-binary photographer in Brooklyn. On Dec. 13, I invited 8 Black queer and trans folks to a studio day (no overlap of guests, COVID tested beforehand, shared surfaces disinfected between shoots) to execute 8 completely different shoots. Here’s how they turned out:
I’m a Black non-binary photographer in Brooklyn. On Dec. 13, I invited 8 Black queer and trans folks to a studio day (no overlap of guests, COVID tested beforehand, shared surfaces disinfected between shoots) to execute 8 completely different shoots. Here’s how they turned out:
I’m a Black non-binary photographer in Brooklyn. On Dec. 13, I invited 8 Black queer and trans folks to a studio day (no overlap of guests, COVID tested beforehand, shared surfaces disinfected between shoots) to execute 8 completely different shoots. Here’s how they turned out:
Jessica had sent me a handful of bold, gelled images and told me to interpret however I liked. “I just thought the lighting was beautiful”

The above images were inspired by a photo by @mrjunayd (pictured below), we added our own spin of course. We also shot two other color ways:
Jessica had sent me a handful of bold, gelled images and told me to interpret however I liked. “I just thought the lighting was beautiful”The above images were inspired by a photo by @mrjunayd (pictured below), we added our own spin of course. We also shot two other color ways:
Jessica had sent me a handful of bold, gelled images and told me to interpret however I liked. “I just thought the lighting was beautiful”The above images were inspired by a photo by @mrjunayd (pictured below), we added our own spin of course. We also shot two other color ways:
Jessica had sent me a handful of bold, gelled images and told me to interpret however I liked. “I just thought the lighting was beautiful”The above images were inspired by a photo by @mrjunayd (pictured below), we added our own spin of course. We also shot two other color ways:
Devin-Norelle (ze/zem) is a writer, model, trainer, and trans advocate. Leading up to the shoot we discussed how as a trans masc person, ze is often boxed into masculine roles. “I'm at a constant intersection of masculine and feminine. I love playing with feminine looks.”
Devin-Norelle (ze/zem) is a writer, model, trainer, and trans advocate. Leading up to the shoot we discussed how as a trans masc person, ze is often boxed into masculine roles. “I'm at a constant intersection of masculine and feminine. I love playing with feminine looks.”
Devin-Norelle (ze/zem) is a writer, model, trainer, and trans advocate. Leading up to the shoot we discussed how as a trans masc person, ze is often boxed into masculine roles. “I'm at a constant intersection of masculine and feminine. I love playing with feminine looks.”
Devin-Norelle (ze/zem) is a writer, model, trainer, and trans advocate. Leading up to the shoot we discussed how as a trans masc person, ze is often boxed into masculine roles. “I'm at a constant intersection of masculine and feminine. I love playing with feminine looks.”
Devin-Norelle (ze/zem) is a writer, model, trainer, and trans advocate. Leading up to the shoot we discussed how as a trans masc person, ze is often boxed into masculine roles. “I'm at a constant intersection of masculine and feminine. I love playing with feminine looks.”
James is an artist and performer, whose new music focuses on beholding one’s own beauty. They wanted images that would showcase their glam persona, but with an air of drama and mystique. Beat by @SterlingTull & @Witchbitchpari
James is an artist and performer, whose new music focuses on beholding one’s own beauty. They wanted images that would showcase their glam persona, but with an air of drama and mystique. Beat by @SterlingTull & @Witchbitchpari
James is an artist and performer, whose new music focuses on beholding one’s own beauty. They wanted images that would showcase their glam persona, but with an air of drama and mystique. Beat by @SterlingTull & @Witchbitchpari
James is an artist and performer, whose new music focuses on beholding one’s own beauty. They wanted images that would showcase their glam persona, but with an air of drama and mystique. Beat by @SterlingTull & @Witchbitchpari
James is an artist and performer, whose new music focuses on beholding one’s own beauty. They wanted images that would showcase their glam persona, but with an air of drama and mystique. Beat by @SterlingTull & @Witchbitchpari
Walesca told me that her style was glamorous and eclectic, and compared her aesthetic to editorial images of Solange. After a COVID false positive and with an few hour’s notice, we quickly threw these two together. “That’s the beauty of believing in your power.”
Walesca told me that her style was glamorous and eclectic, and compared her aesthetic to editorial images of Solange. After a COVID false positive and with an few hour’s notice, we quickly threw these two together. “That’s the beauty of believing in your power.”
Walesca told me that her style was glamorous and eclectic, and compared her aesthetic to editorial images of Solange. After a COVID false positive and with an few hour’s notice, we quickly threw these two together. “That’s the beauty of believing in your power.”
Walesca told me that her style was glamorous and eclectic, and compared her aesthetic to editorial images of Solange. After a COVID false positive and with an few hour’s notice, we quickly threw these two together. “That’s the beauty of believing in your power.”
Walesca told me that her style was glamorous and eclectic, and compared her aesthetic to editorial images of Solange. After a COVID false positive and with an few hour’s notice, we quickly threw these two together. “That’s the beauty of believing in your power.”
When I reached out to Rita I knew that I wanted to do something to highlight her glowing skin and radiant smile. I told her to grab any skincare products she had because we would be focusing on beauty shots. She nailed the assignment.
When I reached out to Rita I knew that I wanted to do something to highlight her glowing skin and radiant smile. I told her to grab any skincare products she had because we would be focusing on beauty shots. She nailed the assignment.
When I reached out to Rita I knew that I wanted to do something to highlight her glowing skin and radiant smile. I told her to grab any skincare products she had because we would be focusing on beauty shots. She nailed the assignment.
When I reached out to Rita I knew that I wanted to do something to highlight her glowing skin and radiant smile. I told her to grab any skincare products she had because we would be focusing on beauty shots. She nailed the assignment.
When I reached out to Rita I knew that I wanted to do something to highlight her glowing skin and radiant smile. I told her to grab any skincare products she had because we would be focusing on beauty shots. She nailed the assignment.
Chala is a writer, chef, descendant of Texarkansans, and a self-described gender abolitionist. They wanted headshots for their writing bio that underscored these identities. “Real cowboys not only respect the land, but fight for Indigenous land return and stewardship.”
Chala is a writer, chef, descendant of Texarkansans, and a self-described gender abolitionist. They wanted headshots for their writing bio that underscored these identities. “Real cowboys not only respect the land, but fight for Indigenous land return and stewardship.”
Chala is a writer, chef, descendant of Texarkansans, and a self-described gender abolitionist. They wanted headshots for their writing bio that underscored these identities. “Real cowboys not only respect the land, but fight for Indigenous land return and stewardship.”
Joelle’s favorite color is red (the color that our ancestors can see—the color of blood) and in celebration of their birthday they wanted portraits with rich tones set on a red backdrop as a celebration of their life, joy, passion, and vitality.
Joelle’s favorite color is red (the color that our ancestors can see—the color of blood) and in celebration of their birthday they wanted portraits with rich tones set on a red backdrop as a celebration of their life, joy, passion, and vitality.
Joelle’s favorite color is red (the color that our ancestors can see—the color of blood) and in celebration of their birthday they wanted portraits with rich tones set on a red backdrop as a celebration of their life, joy, passion, and vitality.
Joelle’s favorite color is red (the color that our ancestors can see—the color of blood) and in celebration of their birthday they wanted portraits with rich tones set on a red backdrop as a celebration of their life, joy, passion, and vitality.
Last but certainly not least is Gylanni( @queermessyah), who came to be with hands down the most fleshed out concept, who laid out a follow-up to a project they actualized last year featuring themes of marriage, lost love, and florals.
Last but certainly not least is Gylanni( @queermessyah), who came to be with hands down the most fleshed out concept, who laid out a follow-up to a project they actualized last year featuring themes of marriage, lost love, and florals.
Last but certainly not least is Gylanni( @queermessyah), who came to be with hands down the most fleshed out concept, who laid out a follow-up to a project they actualized last year featuring themes of marriage, lost love, and florals.
Anyway if you read this far, thanks! Make sure you go follow these incredible folks on IG: @jessicavray, @wal3sca, @the3rrd, @steroidbeyonce, @chala.gram, @persephoneysgarden, @mirroredlove_, @riiiitab. Shot by @alexwebsterphoto
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