Del LaGrace Volcano's 'Queer Dyke Cruising' reflects a pivotal moment of lesbian culture as it defied mainstream expectations during a time of significant social upheaval, particularly in response to anti-gay laws and the AIDS crisis. The photographs depict AFAB individuals engaging in casual sexual encounters in public spaces, challenging the traditionally male-dominated concept of cruising. As these images are reissued by Climax Books, they symbolize a reclamation of space and a celebration of queer sexuality, offering contemporary resonance as movements for inclusive representation gain traction in cities like London and Berlin.
When we think of cruising, it’s often tied to gay men, yet my work challenges those boundaries and invites everyone to explore public sexuality.
The laughter captured in these images signifies not just rebellion but a reclaiming of space within the queer community, pushing back against societal norms.
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