I went to Eeyore’s Birthday in Austin, TX on 4-30-22 with the goal of photographing 10 strangers. I ended up with many more.
Shot on Sony a7 IV x Tamron 28-75mm f2.8
Ben Aqua - There’s a Light
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“There’s a Light” is a synth pop cover of my fav song from Rock Horror Picture Show, written by Richard O’Brien. This song has forever been a queer weirdo anthem for me, framing the constant battle of light/dark, and feeling like a total freakazoid outsider. To me, the song is a warm blanket around discontent and alienation; a reminder that there’s always love and community around the corner, if we’re open to it and put ourselves out there. Go beyond the comfort zone and self-doubt monsters dissolve away.
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Black Voices | David: From Rage to Optimism
In this episode of the Absolutely Nonsensical podcast, the mic is passed to David, a teacher, artist, and filmmaker in Austin, Texas. David shares his experience living as a black person in America, and how Black Lives Matter, anti-racist protests, and political action happening around the world are affecting his spectrum of feelings - from rage and pain to awe and optimism.
Ben Aqua - Computer Love
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My cover of Kraftwerk - Computer Love. This song was created entirely with my voice - no samples, no synths, no drums. Just my mouth, the Rode NT-USB Mini microphone, and Ableton Live.
RIP Florian Schneider / Kraftwerk 💖
Ben Aqua MISS VANJIE (STRANGER THINGS REMIX) 2018