The Trans* SUPERHERO: Affirming Gender Identity through Kids Toys.
Based on previous handmade and digitally made objects / figurines, this series looks at representation as an affirming and reparative approach envisioned through children’s toys. Trans*/ TGD Superhero figurine/s. is created with NEW Technologies in Digital Editing, AI & 3D Technologies.
Online Project Site: superhero.ethankristy.com
Keywords:
- Identity Politics.
- Body Politics.
- Self-Identity.
- Heterosexuality: “NORMS”
- Social Construction, norms taught through narratives of the Superhero / Kids story telling.
- Historical Monuments / Sculptures / Figurines.
- Narratives / myths created about Trans* people in children’s story telling.
- Popular Culture.
Examples: He-Man, Superman, Super girl, Wonder Woman. X-Men. Barbie.
Previous Works / Projects:
- https://www.ethankristy.com/multiplicities-of-pride/
- https://pride.ethankristy.com/
- https://www.ethankristy.com/two-faced/
- https://www.ethankristy.com/it/
References:
- Masters of Universe: The story on vinyl.
- Comic Book Illustration.
- Trans* Bronze Sculptures: South Australia.
- Sculpture: David.
- Myth & Narrative: Red Riding hood and the Wolf.
- Barbie: The Movie (2023).
- “BLOCKED”: ABC Doco regarding Trans Kids affirming health care in Australia.
Ethical Considerations:
- Representing the diverse multiplicities of Trans* / TGD identities.
Considerations:
- Project Time constraints.
- Figurine Scale – Limits of 3D Printer.
- Music box / Play me Button.
- Custom made Plinth / Light Box.
- Hand Painted: 3D Model Paint.
- Material: PLA or ABS?
- 3D Modelling.
- Sound Recording / story telling of the Trans Superhero narrative. Starts playing, motion sensor activated/ speakers on repeat / QR Code link to sound recording.
- Digital Design / Posters of Characters