Archived


2017-2019
Adrienne began her artistic journey as an analog self taught photographer, her work began with a focus on black and brown gender queer communties. By highlighting their multifaceted pluralities in a ethereal, intimate light. 

In 2019 she set upon shifting the focus from the indivual and on to everyday objects and documenting what was around her. 





Black Excellence

2017


The series blends traditional African aesthetics with modern elements to celebrate heritage and identity. Each portrait conveys a story of pride, resilience, and the timeless beauty of black culture and identity.  The artwork highlights the elegance and diversity of black bodies, challenging and dismantling stereotypes through vivid imagery and powerful narratives. Adrienne’s vision emphasizes the nobility inherent in black heritage, fostering a deeper appreciation for ancestral ties and contemporary experiences. By weaving past and present, the series inspires conversations about identity, unity, and empowerment

     


“Boys”

2018
The series "Boys," emphasized with quotes, explores the complexities of societal norms surrounding black masculinity. It portrays black and brown subjects with feminine attributes, challenging traditional views. The work highlights the vulnerability and diverse expressions of boyhood, offering a perspective that defies the often harsh stereotypes of toxic masculinity. It encourages shedding those limiting perspectives and embracing the child within who embodies both feminine and masculine traits. This series offers a refreshing narrative of acceptance, allowing for a fuller understanding of identity and self-expression.



   



Girlsartshow
Leimein Space


2018

In 2018 Adrienne showcased a survey of works in collaboration with Girlsartshow at the gallery Leimein Space in Chinatown, Los Angeles. The works included prints from Black Excellence, Chiquita Bannana, “Boys”, and portraits of black and brown folx.




Trash Art
2019


“Trash Art“ is a collaborative photo essay with artist Sukhpreet Purewal that focuses on the pollution we are adding to the environment. Over the span of three months, Adrienne Hayden and Sukhpreet collected trash from Macarthur Park, in Los Angeles, their own homes, and the surrounding Los Angeles Area, remaking that trash into sculptures, collages, and spray-painted objects. Each piece of art is placed and photographed in a natural part of California such as the Redwood forests and Montaña de Oro State Park. What was once a piece of trash in an urban city had now transformed into a work of art in a landscape untouched by urbanization. We wanted to provoke others to make a change and live life more environmentally friendly with zero waste.
 

Projects: ❶Homeland  ❷Chiquita Banana ❸ Archived ❹ Places ❺ Portraits ❻Visual Work