Tara Zann Transcends Traditional Gender Norms Through Drag
I chat with Jake and his alter ego Tara Zann on transcending the confines of gender norms through the art of drag and the dark side that goes with it.
How Jaxxon Navigates His Sexuality As A Trans Man
“When I landed in the queer scene at the end of '95, I felt like I'd found my people. There was a queer movement happening in the community which was a welcome shift from the rigid ideals. People could just ‘be’. This is where I have been sitting, queer, and there's freedom in that space.”
Brisbane Drag Queen Jess Whoo Offers Motherly Love And Advice
After over three years of creating portraits together, I take my latest studio photoshoot with Brisbane Drag Queen Jess Whoo as a chance to delve deeper into her persona, her history and her love and advice for the LGBTQIA+ community.
How Sliz Found Strength In Her Individuality After Coming Out
“To me, pride is not always loud. It can be fierce and unapologetic, strong and vibrant; but it can also be found in moments of reflection, be inspired by the experiences of others, and ignited by the belief that vulnerability, individuality and self-expression make the world a better place.”
Gabriel Exposes More Than Just His Skin With A Portrait Session For The Garlands Project
“Yes I made mistakes along the way, but never any regrets. Over time, I grew proud; proud of my homosexuality, my Chinese Malaysian heritage, my skin, my scars, my whole self.“
Conversations in Studio: Talking About Mental Health With Bonnie James
During a legacy portrait session with me, Bonnie James spoke about promoting body positivity as a "curve model" as well as maintaining your mental health and how to treat yourself kinder.
Robbing The Muse: A Visual Translation of ‘Unrepentant Geraldines’ by Tori Amos
How I took the 2014 LP Unrepentant Geraldines by Tori Amos and created a collection of fantasy portraits inspired by the words, themes and music of each song. The series was showcased at The Brisbane Powerhouse during MELT in 2018.
How I Came To Call Myself a Portrait Photographer (With Confidence)
Some of you have been following my journey to this point and seen me grow into the professional that I am today, others may be just joining. Either way, allow me to properly (re)introduce myself and tell you a little bit about how I came to be a portrait photographer.