BEAUTIFUL

It represents that we are unique individuals who should reach out to each other. We should unite as we are all the same on this Earth.

- Colin

Photo by Kasey

Metro, this is our safe space. Hidden and shrouded in mystery it overlooks a world that is not always safe. In here we are protected from discrimination and not made to feel different.

- Miles

Photo by Ashley

This image appears to stand out and as people we see it as a threat and a cause for consideration to behave. But the words occur to be damaged and old symbolising how we are tired of being reminded that our every move is being noted and how we may be forced to perform in a way we might not want to. Let's be realistic, you can't always see me, and to be honest, it's better this way.

- Frankie

Photo by Frankie

This photograph primarily shows a sketch portrait drawing done offhandedly by one of my personal heroes, Edd Gould, shortly before his passing. As it depicts myself circa 2012 I thought it would be appropriate to include a self-portrait with the image somehow, hence the reflection.

- Harry

Photo by Frankie

Photo by Kasey

This photograph shows the setting in front of the Equitable house in Woolwich, where my LGBT group holds meetings, and some of the people there that day. Among the crowd are some people I know personally, preparing to take a photo. I selected this one because I like the staging compared with many of the others, and because it showed how people I know can make up part of a crowd.

- Harry

This is a representation of how we are surrounded by old and decaying structures. It's almost like a nod back to how it was once useful.

- Colin

Photo by Josh

This is a representation of my past. As it has been with me on all my adventures and place I've visited. It shows how important this ring is to me.

- Colin

This photograph shows a bike that was left unattended for some time during the photo shoot. There was some anxiety expressed about using the equipment we were using in public in this area, and this seemed to mirror that - mostly because I would not personally leave my bike there for any considerable amount of time.

- Harry

Photo by Tyrhys

Photo by Kellynch Photography

What are the actions we take to keep not only ourselves safe but also the people we love? There is strength in feeling secure. The bonds we make with each other strengthen us and become the foundations of our support system.

- Miles

Photo by Kasey Cadd

Our face can often be a mask used to guard our thoughts and emotions. The expressions we make are used to protect ourselves both physically and mentally. What lies behind this smile? How is it perceived and read? Do you know how she truly feels or is it her projection of how she wants to be perceived? Sometimes what we use to keep ourselves safe is displayed on our faces.

-Miles