Alex Tanemura

Gore Whore is a drag queen Tanemura created based on reality TV tropes and characters. Through self portraiture and performance, Tanemura’s transformation into Gore Whore addresses their lack of representation in mainstream media. The work is a series of self-portraits of the artist in drag in different circumstances, capturing Gore Whore’s daily life. A short film is included depicting an interview with her by reality TV producers. The project explores identity, self image, and societal expectations through a camp lens referencing western pop culture. Tanemura’s transformation into Gore Whore allows them to embody fantasy separate from the self.

Alex Tanemura is a visual artist working with image, fashion, and performance. Tanemura pursues art making through camp and queerness. Their approach to photography is rooted in exploring identity and self expression.