Queer Superpowers
was born out of a deep connection to the portrayed queers and allies.
They not only had the courage to undress in front of the camera, but also to expose their thoughts and tell their stories.
Overcoming obstacles in a society where they feel supposedly 'different' has made them the beautiful human beings that they are.
'Otherness' becomes a superpower.
I am deeply grateful for their trust and would like to share not only the portraits,
but also their words. Because the world needs queer voices - now more than ever.
„Growing up as a queer kid in a small town came with a heavy price. My gentleness, sensitivity and softness were something that people not only wouldn’t understand and accept but rather made fun of. Soon shame inevitably overshadowed those beautiful qualities and it took me years to let them resurface and proudly embrace them. Now in my full authenticity, I love being my hypersensitive self and I find it inspiringly sexy to see others claiming their superpowers back!“
Marco
„Growing up as a gay kid, I had to rely on myself and do a lot of things alone. I understood that whatever I made of myself was in my own hands, and that gave me the grit and the strength to navigate life when it gets difficult, and grow from adversity. Growing up as a gay person is a fast track course for toughening up in life.“
Germán
„I wear black, very often. It is my armour. I wear pink glasses too. I am somewhere in between. A kind of modelling dough in search for shapes, for filling expansion gaps. With no labeling because it means being categorized, being put into a box.
10 tears ago I received a gift:
Inclusion.
Acceptance.
Diversity.
Beauty.
Power.
Freedom.
Breathing.
An amazing group of people opened their world to me and offered me a safety space. They became my safety space.
I felt accepted and loved. That‘s the meaning of queer and LGBTQ+ community to me. They are this gift.“
Agnieszka
„I appreciate fashion for its ability to reflect the current phase I’m in, showcasing my personality to the world. It navigates norms like uniformity, gender roles, dress codes and societal expectations. Additionally, being comfortable in my own skin teaches me to stay true to myself, connecting with my vulnerability through nudity.“
Raffael
„As I soar through the skies of acceptance, my story unfolds as a testament to the extraordinary powers that lie within each of us. The ability to love unconditionally, the strength to stand tall in the face of adversity in a world that once tried to suppress my light, I stand proud, a superhero ready to inspire and uplift.“ Ruben
”In a world wrestling with labels, I‘ve embraced my LGBTQ+ identity since a very young age. Even at this very moment in my life, I continue to unfold the rich tapestry of my community. Finding power in self-exploration, I discovered liberation. Despite societal norms, I navigated by donning a mask, a persona that lets me express my sensuality on social media. Embracing mystery, I‘ve sparked intrigue and empowered myself to live authentically, challenging preconceptions and celebrating the beauty of my lifelong fantasies.“
Santo King Rey
„We give a voice to those who feel silenced. We give power to what others consider weak. We give a sense of belonging to those who feel alone. We give beauty to what others consider ugly. We give new meaning to things that have been labeled.“
Bastian
“Queer Superpowers” is an ongoing project.