03/26/2026
Get Used to It.
2026
This is long. Rachel Romano helped me out quite a bit with the narrative.
This piece serves as a metaphor for our resilience in a fractured society. It embodies our strength, beauty, and the celebration of our differences.
In stark contrast, the twisted form, slightly off-center and seemingly unbalanced, represents the opposite. It symbolizes the liberation of individuality and our collective ascent towards a harmonious flow.
The broken lid signifies societal norms that demand reevaluation, restructuring, and healing. It serves as a reminder that we must confront and rectify the damage we’ve inflicted upon ourselves and others.
I dedicated an entire side to the additions to the original flag. This is a call to my cis, white LGB brothers and sisters: trans, Black, and brown people are not only integral to our community but also a crucial part of it. The white on that side is worn and faded, symbolizing the passage of time and the enduring impact of our struggles. I chose this side because it’s the highest, representing our aspirations and the heights we’ve achieved. I drew inspiration from Marsha P Johnson and Sylvia Rivera, whose contributions were pivotal in our fight for equality.
The artwork can be presented in two ways. One option shows society on the side, still representing their separation from those they perceive as unacceptablely different. Alternatively, the lid can be placed on the piece, symbolizing unity. However, their brokenness remains as a scar, a constant reminder of their past and the challenges they’ve overcome.
