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New York City photographer Substantia Jones wanted to send the message that all bodies are beautiful and valuable, so she began her photo series, The Adipositivity Project, in 2007 as a way to promote and discuss body politics and positivity. Her series displaying images of plus-size women — ones that you may not typically see on the covers of magazines or during Fashion Week
"Accurate, positive or neutral representations of the non-thin are a true rarity. Particularly for women," Jones told Mashable. "What I’m doing is subverting photography, a tool commonly used to prop up the angst industrial complex. Instead, I’m using it to promote body autonomy and self love for those who’re denied it." Read more...
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