Some people, presences, and gazes are entrancing, haunting. They conjure stories and unlock closeted fears. Many of the characters here are wearing makeup,
costumes, or masks. Often their eyes speak volumes. Encountering them on the street, we might politely look away. However, I invite you to stare as long as you dare.
Lola (2017)Lola Photo Recognition
• 2022 The Box Art Gallery, Florida Showcase
• 19th Julia Margaret Cameron, Portrait
• 16th Spider Awards, Fashion, Nominee
Lola is a bearded man with painted face and false eyelashes in a gay pride parade. His beard is obscured to add to the gender bending ambiguity of his come-hither look.
Do Androids Dream? (2021)
Do Androids Dream?
Swarovski mannequin sports tattooed reflections of purple neon swans as she stares blankly or is she sleeping on the job? 16th Color Awards, Fashion, Nominee