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Nino: Trans Joy!
Cape Town, 2024
[Heavy] Feral Magazine, Vol. 1

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Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.

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Project: A raw, documentary-style interview and photo essay detailing the life of a black trans man in South Africa.

Concept & Development:
 This story was developed to provide an unfiltered platform for a voice often marginalized in mainstream media. The interview with Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.

Execution & Deliverables:

  • Location: Cape Town, South Africa
  • Format: Documentary Photo Essay & Long-form Interview
  • Publication: Feral Magazine, Issue 1 (Pages 52-65)
  • My Role: Photography, Interview, Writing, Art Direction, Layout, Editorial Design

Nino: Trans Joy!
Cape Town, 2024
[Heavy] Feral Magazine, Vol. 1

Click to turn page →

Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.
Nino: Trans Joy! / A celebratory photo series by Steve Marais for Heavy Feral, capturing the authentic and powerful essence of Trans Joy in vibrant portraits of Nino. Transgender Man Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.

• • • • • • • • 

Project: A raw, documentary-style interview and photo essay detailing the life of a black trans man in South Africa.

Concept & Development:
 This story was developed to provide an unfiltered platform for a voice often marginalized in mainstream media. The interview with Nino covers his entire journey: being kicked out of his home, experiencing homelessness, working on the docks, navigating the healthcare system for his transition, and becoming an accidental social media activist. The photography is direct and honest, capturing his strength and joy without glossing over the hardships. The narrative deliberately focuses on his perspective on sex, identity, and survival.

Execution & Deliverables:

  • Location: Cape Town, South Africa
  • Format: Documentary Photo Essay & Long-form Interview
  • Publication: Feral Magazine, Issue 1 (Pages 52-65)
  • My Role: Photography, Interview, Writing, Art Direction, Layout, Editorial Design
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