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Luz (@aphrodite.aphroditus) - Collective Profile | Washington, US Recent posts: a black and white photo shows a woman holding a large bouquet of eucalyptus in front of her face. her long, curly hair frames the sides of the image, and her hands are clasped around the stems of the flowers., a hand holds several books, including "disorienting phenomenology: queer space and trans life" and "queer in a time of place: transgender bodies, subcultural lives." the books are arranged on a wooden table, with other books and objects visible in th, an ornate, dark green metal fountain with a lion head motif is set against a backdrop of decorative blue and yellow tiles. the vintage water feature appears to be a garden or architectural element., a capuchin monkey crouches on a concrete ledge, surrounded by lush green foliage. the monkey has dark brown fur and is looking down., a low-angle shot of the christ the redeemer statue in rio de janeiro, brazil, against a clear blue sky. the iconic monument is captured with its arms outstretched, symbolizing peace and welcome., a collage of vintage photos featuring women in various outfits, including costumes and formal wear, displayed against a backdrop of text., a woman in a pink bikini relaxes on a beach chair, reading a book under a large red umbrella. the sandy beach is crowded with people, and a cityscape is visible in the background under a bright, sunny sky., a deer stands in a lush green garden, looking directly at the camera. the deer is a light brown color and is surrounded by dense foliage and some rocks., the album art for "one of the greats" by florence + the machine features a woman lying on a wooden floor, surrounded by a surreal and dark fantasy-themed illustration. the artwork has a vintage and dreamlike aesthetic., a vibrant pastel drawing depicts a woman in a pink dress, seated and looking upwards with an expressive gaze. the artwork uses bold, gestural strokes to capture the subject's form and emotion., a close-up shot of bright pink coneflowers with dark centers, surrounded by delicate purple bellflowers and small white blooms. the lush garden setting suggests a vibrant summer day., a group of friends clasp hands in a circle, showing their support for one another. one person wears roller skates, and a small pride flag is visible., the interior of a new york city subway car shows orange and yellow seats with a digital display above indicating the train's route to pelham bay park, bronx and brooklyn bridge, manhattan., a woman with dark, curly hair poses against a colorful, abstract background made of fabric scraps and other materials. she is wearing a striped button-down shirt and polka dot pants., cher is pictured in a blue off-the-shoulder top with her long, dark hair flowing around her. the text 'cher believe' is displayed at the top of the image., .
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A black and white photo shows a woman holding a large bouquet of eucalyptus in front of her face. Her long, curly hair frames the sides of the image, and her hands are clasped around the stems of the flowers.
A hand holds several books, including "Disorienting Phenomenology: Queer Space and Trans Life" and "Queer in a Time of Place: Transgender Bodies, Subcultural Lives." The books are arranged on a wooden table, with other books and objects visible in th
New books 😎🫧🦄👻
An ornate, dark green metal fountain with a lion head motif is set against a backdrop of decorative blue and yellow tiles. The vintage water feature appears to be a garden or architectural element.
A capuchin monkey crouches on a concrete ledge, surrounded by lush green foliage. The monkey has dark brown fur and is looking down.
A low-angle shot of the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, against a clear blue sky. The iconic monument is captured with its arms outstretched, symbolizing peace and welcome.
A collage of vintage photos featuring women in various outfits, including costumes and formal wear, displayed against a backdrop of text.
A woman in a pink bikini relaxes on a beach chair, reading a book under a large red umbrella. The sandy beach is crowded with people, and a cityscape is visible in the background under a bright, sunny sky.
Where to eat in Rio de Janeiro?
A deer stands in a lush green garden, looking directly at the camera. The deer is a light brown color and is surrounded by dense foliage and some rocks.
I was the panopticon to this deer—watching from my window—except she looked back.
The album art for "One of the Greats" by Florence + the Machine features a woman lying on a wooden floor, surrounded by a surreal and dark fantasy-themed illustration. The artwork has a vintage and dreamlike aesthetic.
A vibrant pastel drawing depicts a woman in a pink dress, seated and looking upwards with an expressive gaze. The artwork uses bold, gestural strokes to capture the subject's form and emotion.
woman in her complexity
A close-up shot of bright pink coneflowers with dark centers, surrounded by delicate purple bellflowers and small white blooms. The lush garden setting suggests a vibrant summer day.
A group of friends clasp hands in a circle, showing their support for one another. One person wears roller skates, and a small pride flag is visible.
friends
The interior of a New York City subway car shows orange and yellow seats with a digital display above indicating the train's route to Pelham Bay Park, Bronx and Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan.
NYC, the 6
A woman with dark, curly hair poses against a colorful, abstract background made of fabric scraps and other materials. She is wearing a striped button-down shirt and polka dot pants.
Cher is pictured in a blue off-the-shoulder top with her long, dark hair flowing around her. The text 'CHER believe' is displayed at the top of the image.
A hand-drawn sketch of a smiling face with scribbled lines is shown below handwritten text that reads 'I'm trying so mother fucking God damn hard to be chill.'
A painting of Andy Warhol by Alice Neel, dated 1970. The portrait depicts Warhol seated, with his eyes closed, against a neutral background. The artwork is framed and displayed on a white wall.
Alice Neel o. 1900; Merion Square, PA d. 1984; New York, NY Andy Warhol, 1970 Oil and acrylic on linen
A screenshot of an academic paper discussing the miscategorization of transgender individuals. The text highlights concepts like deceit, hypersexuality, and stereotypes associated with transgender people.
Miscategorization of trans persons (Burke et al., 2026)
Two women smile at the camera while sitting at a restaurant table with menus in front of them. The woman on the left has a tattoo on her arm and is wearing hoop earrings. The woman on the right is wearing glasses and a colorful scarf.
A framed abstract painting featuring vertical stripes in brown, white, and black, overlaid with curved and circular shapes in blue, black, and yellow. The artwork is displayed on a white wall in what appears to be an art gallery or museum setting.
This surrealist painting depicts an androgynous figure with multiple arms, adorned with an ankh symbol on its chest and a Venus symbol on its lower body. The figure stands on two turtles, surrounded by a turbulent sea and a distant landscape, all fra
La hija del tiempo (The daughter of time), 1972/2025 by Alejandro Jodorowsky
A group of seven men in matching traditional outfits pose for a band photo in front of a mountain backdrop. The band's name, 'Los Askis', is prominently displayed on the left side of the image.
A sweeping aerial view captures the vibrant cityscape of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, nestled between lush green mountains and the sparkling blue ocean. The iconic coastline stretches out, dotted with beaches and urban development, under a hazy sky.
A woman stands with her back to the camera, looking out a large window at a waterfront scene. The view includes a body of water, palm trees, a bridge, and a modern architectural structure.
Amanhã
A scenic view of a city nestled between lush green mountains and the ocean, framed by trees and an ornate stone balustrade leading down a set of stairs.
A scenic view of a mountain range under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds. Lush green trees and vegetation surround the area, with a paved walkway in the foreground.
A woman with long, dark, curly hair and glasses takes a mirror selfie in what appears to be a hotel room. She is wearing a white shirt and a colorful scarf around her neck.
Olá! Brazil!
A close-up image of a page from a book, featuring text discussing social stigma and discrimination. The text is highlighted in yellow and pink, indicating key points or sections.
Goffman (1963, p.5)
A close-up, angled shot of an open book page with text visible. The text discusses the 'society of sex' and 'society with a sexuality' and references Foucault.
society of sex / society with a sexuality (Foucault, 1976/1978, p. 147)
A close-up shot shows a handwritten note on a brown and white card with the title "MAKE IT COUNT" at the top. The note discusses the concept of shared struggle and structural violence within a community.
one of my field notes from a project I’m doing : Her uptake of the shared struggle is not an internalization or transferance as some might have it. Her plight for her community as a shared struggle + experience (both lived + taken up from stories she’s seen /heard) is an understanding that this - discrimination- dehumanization is not individuated but structural. Her uptake is a nnowing that knows it goes beyond individuated stories— including her own—toward strucural violence.
The album art for Dido's song "Slide" from the album "No Angel" features the artist's face superimposed over the album title in bold, red lettering against a black background.
This is album art for Alanis Morissette's song "Hands Clean" from the album "Under Rug Swept." The art features a stylized illustration of Morissette's face in profile, with vibrant red and orange brushstrokes representing her hair against a bright b
A vibrant cityscape of Chicago is captured under a bright, cloudy sky. The Chicago River flows through the heart of the city, with boats navigating its waters and people gathered along its banks.
Chi-town
A painting in the style of Georgia O'Keeffe features a deer skull with antlers at the top, with a cluster of flowers and leaves falling below it. The bottom of the painting depicts a desert landscape with orange hills and blue clouds.
Georgia O’keeffe
as I walk up to the gym I’m thinking about choosing-choice. It’s brining a new appreciation to this routine I’ve held for the past 8/9 years. One where I’ve actively chosen this outlet. And it’s like a friend. Our relationship always evolving. …maybe our habits are like our friends that we bring with us along the way.
The image displays a close-up of a document with highlighted text. The text discusses concepts related to gender, social class, and sexual shaming, referencing academic research.
on racialized and classed logics of slut shaming among female-sexed persons (Armstrong et al., 2014)
A vibrant, abstract painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat features bold text and figures on a yellow background. The artwork, titled 'Hollywood Africans,' incorporates elements like 'Tax Free,' 'Gangsterism,' and '200 Yen,' creating a complex narrative.
A wall display features a collection of framed artworks, some illuminated with vibrant colors. One prominent piece displays the word "PROGRESS" in bold orange lettering, while another shows "WE HOPE" in white text against a dark background. The overa
An abstract image features bright yellow and orange light streaks against a textured, dark orange background. The blurred effect suggests movement or a dreamlike quality.
A dimly lit restaurant interior shows a man sitting at a bar counter, with a kitchen area visible in the background. Bottles and glasses are arranged on shelves behind the counter.
A person with their face and hands painted white is shown in the foreground, with their mouth open and eyes closed in an expressive pose. In the background, the ancient ruins of Teotihuacan, including a large pyramid, are visible under a hazy sky.
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