the of us all
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We live in a world that tells us there are only two biological sexes, and only two acceptable social representations of gender.
Science proves differently.
Life shows us differently.
Art celebrates us differently.
All of us are born with a blank slate.
A beautiful, unique body through which we get to experience our one, incredible life.
The way we present that body in the world and the way we live out our identity is just as varied and unique as our biological chromosome combinations.
This project is designed to celebrate the
X-pression of YOU.
childhood is only 18 summers long
you deserve beautiful images from each and every one
While many of us were only raised knowing of only two biological sex chromosome markers
XY - female and XY - male
there are actually many biological sex chromosome marker combinations.
While there are many chromosome combinations that make up our biological sex markers, (and varied physical expressions of those markers)
it is fun to note that ALL fetuses begin with some version of combination(s) of the X chromosome.
In fact, the only combination of chromosomes NOT compatible with life are YY or only Y.
Instead of seeing life as a binary of two options. Science show us we are actually all an expression based on ONE life giving chromosome.
X
All life is from female.
All life IS a beautiful varied
expression of female.
the X of us All
Science & Art & Life
$490
Your X session will include:
A creative consultation to explore what this session means to you
A guided mood board / prep guide for your session
Options for including more than one look or idea or concept
A two hour personalized Session with Rebecca
A short interview where you are able to share any statement or part of your life story
One complementary Edited Image
(To be featured with permission in this published series)*
Option to purchase more images
A physical copy of final printed magazine of entire series
Your X session will include:
A creative consultation to explore what this session means to you
An guided mood board / prep guide for your session
Options for including more than one look or idea
A two hour personalized Session with Rebecca
A short interview where you are able to share any statement or part of your life story
One complementary Edited Image
(To be featured with permission in this published series)*
Option to purchase more images
A physical copy of final printed magazine of entire series
The Session
Physical presentation is only part of gender identity and does not reflect our entire lived expression or all aspect of who we are or our identity.
However this project is focused on creating a powerful portrait experience and images that allow you to celebrate the way you show up in the world that feels most authentic to you!
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This project will be photographed with the end goal of each participant having their portrait be part of a series to be published online and also in a printed magazine.
Research into a public event displays and other publication options for this series of images is currently being explored.
If you are NOT comfortable with your images being shared publicly you are still welcomed to participate. The comfort and privacy of every participant is of highest priority.
If you are NOT comfortable with your images being shared publicly you are still welcomed to participate. The comfort and privacy of every participant is of highest priority.
The END PRODUCT
*PRIVACY Concerns?
The Mission
The Mission
The ART
The ART
1. 5-Alpha- reductase deficiency;
People with XY chromosomes can be born with female- appearing genitalia but masculinize during puberty growing a penis and testes.
2. Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (AIS):
People with XY chromosomes can develop a female body due to insensitivity to male hormones (androgens).
3. SRY gene deletion:
An XY individual missing the SRY gene can develop a female body
(e.g. Swyer syndrome).
4. XX male syndrome:
If the SRY gene trans-locates to an X chromosome, someone with
XX chromosomes can develop male characteristics.
5. Klinefelter syndrome (XXY):
Individuals with XXY chromosomes are typcially male but may have
differences in sexual development and fertility.
6 Turner Syndrome(45,X):
People with only one X chromosome develop as female but may
have unique physical and medical traits.
7. Gender Identity and Biology:
Brain structure and identity can differ from chromosomal sex,
influenced by biology, hormones, and social factors.
1. 5-Alpha- reductase deficiency;
People with XY chromosomes can be born with female- appearing genitalia but masculinize during puberty growing a penis and testes.
2. Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (AIS):
People with XY chromosomes can develop a female body due to insensitivity to male hormones (androgens).
3. SRY gene deletion:
An XY individual missing the SRY gene can develop a female body(e.g. Swyer syndrome).
4. XX male syndrome:
If the SRY gene trans-locates to and X chromosome, someone with XX chromosomes can develop male characteristics.
5. Klinefelter syndrome (XXY):
Individuals with XXY chromosomes are typcially male but may have differences in sexual development and fertility.
6 Turner Syndrome(45,X):
People with only one X chromosome develop as female but may have unique physical and medical traits.
7. Gender Identity and Biology: Brain structure and identity can differ from chromosomal sex, influenced by biology, hormones, and social factors.
childhood is only 18 summers long
you deserve beautiful images from each and every one
The Science
The myth of two biological sexes
The myth of two biological sexes
Sources :
Scientific American
Science News. ORG
Medicine. Yale
The x of YOU
