I have often mourned the youth I might have had if it weren't for the homophobia, misogyny and racism I experienced, and the way that these experiences also impeded my ability to imagine any kind of tomorrow. In my new photo series I GIVE MYSELF A FUTURE, I GIVE MYSELF A PAST, I let myself embody these possibilities—at last. I let myself dream! So grateful for the power of redemption in art. Join me for the launch of the photo installation exhibit @mitchellartgallery at 6pm on September 16th, featuring a conversation with photographer (and my frequent collaborator) Zachary Ayotte. Link to register in bio. #igivemyselfafuture *** Creative direction: Vivek Shraya Photography: Zachary Ayotte SPFX makeup and hair: @megfraser SPFX makeup: @alissa.gee Styling: Vivek Shraya Set assistant: @spadinosaur Bharatanatyam coach, styling and hair: @subikshasubramani Pottery coach and set assistant: @veekeeweekee Stage lighting: Warren Bertholet Special thanks: Trisha Yeo, @shemeenas, @rjordankelly, @luckymakeup, Diana de Sousa and @winspearcentre. This body of work was created with the support of the @canada.council and the Mitchell Art Gallery.