REFLECTIONS OF DYSPHORIA
Starting in 2023, Ashton and I began working together in the studio on documentation and explorations of his transitioning body. Through weight loss, strength training, breast cancer, hormones and top surgery he had a new self to discover.
Reflections On Dysphoria reflects a deep dive into physical and mental health, gender dysphoria and self-image. After getting to know Ashton and his incredibly difficult transition journey I felt as though using the metaphors of light, reflection and balance around all that had happened with and within him and his body could be a way to look past the darkness. It was meant to illuminate the body's journey of duality in strength and fragility.
