About

Michelle Sank’s ‘Drag Daughters’ series is a unique documentation of South Africa’s strong drag culture. What began as a spontaneous encounter with a stranger on the promenade of Cape Town, blossomed into an empowering collection of photos portraying some of the country’s most exquisite drag queens. Unlike traditional portrayals in pageants, competitions, or performing venues, Sank’s photographs eschew the glamour associated with these environments, focusing solely on the beauty of her subjects’ figures. Nevertheless, the images radiate a strong sense of performance and allure, reflecting the …