LGBTQ+ models costume/props (contents & article)

For the LGBTQ+ section of my magazine, I wanted members a part of our community to convey their acceptance and pride for who they are. Aiden is a transgender teenage male and Lessy is his girlfriend, who has been with him even before his transition. I wanted to take pictures of both of them individually and together. Aiden will be wearing a white t-shirt, boyfriend jeans, and some black and white converse. Lessy on the other hand will be wearing a black tank top, a kimono, and some high-waisted shorts. As for props, I wanted Aiden to bring his transgender flag so that he can wrap it around him and them during the photo shoot.

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