Queer agenda (2020-2025)
I started this project in 2020 as a way to playfully subvert the idea of a "queer agenda" while giving back to the community. Since then, I've donated around $2,000 in proceeds to queer organizations. The designs lean into common myths and misconceptions, with a heavy up heavy dose of humor on the side.
2025
from vintage rubber hose-style cartoons to express my concept. I believe a significant root of homophobia and transphobia lies in envy—specifically, the envy of our freedom and autonomy outside of rigid social norms. It seems that some people see us living authentically, outside the constraints they've accepted, and it makes them confront their own limitations. For whatever reason, they feel unable to live that freely within the boxes they’ve been placed in—or chosen to remain in. That’s why I believe our joy and visibility are powerful acts of resistance. They can try to legislate our existence, but they cannot legislate our joy.
2024
Inspired by classical religious works of art, leaning on the gothic tradition. I also pulled major inspiration from pagan and occult imagery. I also added in astrological and other imagery to connect queer folk to the divinity of the universe. We are not other, we are just as connected as very other soul. Researching pagan, Wiccan, and occult symbols to incorporate to the design as well.
2020
Considering the prevailing political climate in 2020 I wanted to focus on social justice and the diversity of queer identities with this project. Inspired by work-ware to continue the theme of subverting queer stereotypes and notion that queer folk don’t belong in masculine spaces. Leaning on a more masculine aesthetic I wanted this shirt to feel like a streetwear version of a construction company uniform. Adding in imagery and symbols to subtlety give an ominous feel, by playing with the perceived danger of the queer identity.
