Fallen Angels

Since 2015, I have been capturing portraits of transgender Thai women in an ongoing project I call “Fallen Angels”. People often ask me why I choose to photograph trans Thai women. My fascination with beauty and aesthetics, which initially led me to pursue a career in fashion photography, is a significant part of the answer. Upon my arrival to Thailand in 2014, I was struck by the unique and enigmatic beauty of trans Thai women. This inspiration, combined with my unwavering belief in justice and equal rights for all, prompted me to embark on this project. Through images that blend street and editorial photography I illuminate the lives of transgender Thai women in portraits that embody strength, beauty, and cultural pride. I explore themes such as beauty, gender, self acceptance versus social acceptance, struggle, courage, and hope. I find transgender individuals particularly inspiring as they courageously and determinedly pursue their true identity in the face of considerable challenges. The photos in this presentation were randomly selected and sequenced, intended to give a basic impression of the project rather than a final curation.