They Can't Erase Us is an emotionally charged ongoing art series that confronts the historical erasure experienced by marginalized communities throughout history. It was inspired by the renewed attempts to erase trans and queer individuals from public life.
Employing a combination of synthography, subtle typeface, and glitch, the series seeks to encapsulate the unyielding resilience and strength of marginalized communities. Here glitch serves as a profound analogy, representing both the attempted erasure and the resilience of marginalized peoples. It also stands as a metaphor for seeing beauty where others perceive error.
Collectively, They Can't Erase Us stands as a defiant force against the outdated divide-and-conquer paradigm. Its purpose is to energize and empower those who strive to construct a better, more inclusive world. Through this art series, I hope to foster a sense of empowerment, unity, and determination among individuals dedicated to building a society that embraces and uplifts every voice. I want this to be visual fuel that powers the courage needed to tell the true stories that make up our histories so that we can create a better future together.
