Garden of Eden

Inspired by james baldwin’s novel giovanni’s room, “Garden of eden” explores sexuality and gender identity through a retelling of adam and even in the garden of eden. in this case, we have adam and adam pushing back at the narrative of the “original sin.” these photographs portray the progression of the innocence and naivety that comes with falling in love, to the guilty and the shameful feelings that come with toxic masculinity having a hold over queer relationships.

Directed by hailey kroll

photographed by naia Driscoll

styled by Anna bacal Peterson

makeup by niko Rincon and Jamie stern

modeled by niko Rincon and Jamie stern