sacrifice

sacrifice (2025)
8x10 - Lustre Print
 
Model: Jess And
Photographer: MCP Photo | McKenna C Poe
Ram Skull Creation: Jess And
Location: Between Space Studio
 
The fourth installation of the Creative Collab series brings the first of the Zodiac signs: Aries. As the first, Aries is a cardinal sign, which means associating her with starting new ventures and initiatives; a fire sign with a passionate nature. The artist - an Aries themselves - wanted the collab to revolve around the ram, the symbolic representation of Aries, reflecting their bold and headstrong nature. Aries is also a fire sign. Instead of using literal fire, the photographer used practical streaks of light to radiate flame-like energy off the model. The ram skull headpiece was handmade by Jess And, who is also seen in the image. See more @mcpphoto.png on Instagram or at MCPPHOTO.com
 
Artist’s Statement: I was so thrilled to work with McKenna on bringing this project to life! I had a vision, McKenna had a vision, and those vision’s had a baby, which is the work you see before you! I couldn’t have asked for a more collaborative, supportive person to create this photoset with! I hope when you view these photos, you are awash with the essence of Aries 
 
Proceeds of the prints from this collection are split equally between the photographer, the artist, and the organization or crowd-funding effort of the artist’s choice. Jess And has selected Trans Lifeline, a grassroots hotline and non-profit organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis – for the trans community, by the trans community. Find out more at translifeline.org