Yona Browne

My favorite part of taking a Polaroid is the singular, physical image that you get at the end. In this series of photos, I captured memories in a way that reflects how I remember them. Through photographing my memories as Polaroids, it represents the uniqueness, physicality, and originality because once the photo is taken, the same photo can’t be remade, much like a memory.

Queer AF 2025, themed Ethereal Beings, was a large-scale queer art and fashion experience held at Mechanics Hall. Known as the “Queer Met Gala of Massachusetts,” the event brought together drag performers, designers, and community models for a visually immersive runway celebrating identity, self-expression, and body diversity. Hosted by Love Your Labels, the show blended fashion, performance, and activism while raising funds to support queer and trans youth.

Step back into the exhilarating drag competition, where talent and charisma collided in a fierce battle on stage. Guests were treated to a mesmerizing showcase of lip-syncing mastery, electrifying dance moves, and jaw-dropping costumes that lit up the room.

A local event at Electric Haze produced by Panduh Productions to highlight local American Traditional tattoo artists. 

Dive into the vibrant world of Worcester's drag scene. From glamorous performances to behind-the-scenes moments, these photographs offer a kaleidoscopic view of the city's diverse drag culture.