Nicola Bodle, Rainbow Love - Fox & Kin (Portrait (2018))

In the midst of the public vote on same-sex marriage, I made the decision to offer free shoots to LGBTQI+ couples until legislation was passed. I could see the hurt that was happening and wanted to do something to counteract the hate and discrimination. I wanted to give these couples space to reconnect and focus on the love they were fighting for. I took the opportunity to ask them questions about their relationship and they opened up in front of my camera to produce some of the most honest and emotive photographs I’ve ever taken. The initiative spread to over 30 photographers around Australia and created a network of warmth surrounding the LGBTQI+ community. It has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. All of these moments are real and I hope that you can feel them. www.foxandkin.com

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