photographer celebrates the overlooked beauty of albinism in new photo series

For those who were born with albinism, finding the beauty within is often a difficult battle with societal norms and cultural standards, but many artists are fighting back. Anthony Gebrehiwot is one of them, a photographer celebrating the overlooked beauty of albinism by simply capturing the radiance with his lens. What many artists don’t understand is they’re performing a small radical act by simply making a point to give space and credence to marginalized communities. When we take up space in photography, painting, music and other artistic forms, we’re taking back the power to decide what’s beautiful. And Maris White, the model below is beautiful. Take a look at this photo series and decide to believe in your own beauty today.

By T. McLendon, AFROPUNK Contributor

Photography: Anthony Gebrehiwot @xvxyphoto)
Creative direction & styling: Tennesha Skyers (@4skyforest)
Model: Maris White (@kneelbeforeyou1)