UPHOLDING AVANT GARDE

A LEXICON OF THOSE WHO LEAD

Inspired by the press’ misrepresenattions of historical figures who pushed boundaries and shaped sexuality, gender expression, and pop culture, this collection is viewed and created through an avant-garde lens. Drawing inspiration from icons such as David Bowie, Princess Diana, and Whitney Houston, this collection displays a distorted representation of those the media has feasted off of for as long as we can rmeber. In culmination, the narratives climax identifies the target of our overconsumption, Mother Nature herself.

Theatrical performer in an ornate costume kneeling beside a wooden chair during a dinner theater performance
Black-and-white theatrical scene with a performer in newspaper costume and blindfold holding a picture frame while another performer lies on the floor.
Costumed performers pose and dance before a crowd at an indoor fashion or art event.
Person in a green-and-white striped shirt kneeling behind a performer in pink, surrounded by flowing pink ribbons against a pink backdrop
Costumed diner wearing headphones and face paint at a candlelit Halloween feast, surrounded by spectators.
Woman in an elaborate black, white, gold, and purple costume reclining beside a large brown feathered prop indoors
Costumed guests wearing masks celebrate at a formal masquerade party around a long banquet table.
Person in a red costume and face mask holding red roses in front of wooden steps
Masked performers in elaborate costumes dance at a lively indoor masquerade ball.
Masked fashion models in colorful costumes pose at a masquerade party in an ornate dining hall.
Woman in a pink satin dress and blindfold posing at an indoor event
Blonde woman in a black embellished dress and sheer flowing train posing with one arm flexed against a white background
Blonde woman in a pearl-studded black outfit adjusting headphones against a white background
Fashion model wearing pearl-embellished sunglasses, layered pearl jewelry, and a black sheer tulle dress against a white background
Woman in a pink dress and gloves wearing a flower-covered hat and holding red roses
Person in a pink outfit holding a sign that reads “PROTECT MY ROSES • LEAVE MY LESBIAN.”
Woman in a pink dress wearing a red sash and holding a bouquet of red roses against a pink background
Portrait of a person in a purple-and-gold sequined military-style jacket, white ruffled shirt, and gold glitter boots, seated against a white backdrop.
Black-and-white portrait of a curly-haired person in a sequined jacket and ruffled shirt sitting behind a wooden chair.
Person in a purple sequined costume and ruffled blouse posing inside a worn gold picture frame.
Person in profile wearing an elaborate theatrical costume with a metallic mask, red braids, floral skirt, and layered fabric drapery
Black performer in an elaborate colorful costume, mask, and lace sleeves posing with one arm raised against a white background
Black woman in an elaborate white lace costume posing behind an ornate gold picture frame
Person with long brown hair wearing an ornate metallic mask, gray corset, layered chains, and black satin pants
Two fashion models in metallic silver and black outfits posing against a white studio background
Fashion portrait of a woman with metallic face paint, dark hair, and layered chain embellishments posing against a white background
Person in a silver chain-draped cropped top and metallic pants posing against a white background
Black-and-white portrait of a person with short dark hair wearing layered chain jewelry and a metallic corset top.
Fashion model posing in a silver chain-adorned crop top, metallic pants, and black platform boots against a white studio background
Woman in a white-and-red patriotic costume with a large red bow and braided hair, kneeling on the floor.
Person wearing a white and red ruffled outfit with a black-and-white checkerboard panel and red headband against a white background
Fashion portrait of a Black woman with braided hair wearing a red headband, white and red outfit, and black high heels.
Portrait of a blonde woman in blue makeup and a bright blue embellished outfit holding a blue lollipop
Person wearing a bright blue textured sweater with a faux-fur collar and glittering tulle skirt
Person in an elaborate blue costume and jeweled mask posing against a white background