Sticks and Stones

Sissy (William), digital print

Spic (Julie), digital print

Chink (Chao I), digital print

Bitch (Kate)

Peleón (Edgardo)

Queer, Fag, Idiot (Self-portrait),2010, digital print

Pussy (Edgar)

Sissy (Harold)

Erase (Self-portrait), digital print, © 2011 Paul Pinkman

Erased (Self-portrait), digital print

I hate you (Robert D.), digital print, © 2011 Paul Pinkman

I hate you (Robert), digital print

See no evil (David), digital print

Kike (Shari)

Words that are meant to hurt and even some that aren’t leave long lasting scars, which, though hidden, are barely below the surface. This series of portraits brings to the surface the hidden pains that are resident for many. Daring to be genuine is the greatest act of the individual. Knowing who that genuine person is and revealing it takes great bravery and yet offers even greater satisfaction.