Jack Halford is a photographer working to redefine the ideologies around masculinity in fashion. In his most recent project, STUPID Masculinity, Jack has collaborated with a spectrum of sexual and gender identities. Blurring the lines between fashion editorial and portraiture photography, Halford develops a collective of ideas within STUPID Masculinity. Underpinned by research, Halford interviews each participant to gain deeper understanding and investigate their personal thoughts on masculinity and finally asking them ‘In one word, what is masculinity to you?’
Providing an aesthetic vehicle for self-expression and acceptance, STUPID Masculinity is a conversation between photographer and participant facilitating the elevation of questions around masculinity away from its usual toxic stigmatisation. STUPID Masculinity begins to deconstruct the stereotypes, whilst breaking down the barriers that society has formed, allowing for the celebration of the word masculinity.
