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‘This is a portrait of South African-born Australian singer Troye Sivan. Perth-raised, Sivan gained popularity as a young teen singing on YouTube and in Australian talent competitions, before signing with a major label in 2013. In the same year, at the age of 18, Sivan made a YouTube video announcing that he was gay, determined to not pursue a career in entertainment while staying in the closet. He was part of a growing group of high-profile younger singers who insist on being open about their sexuality as they make their way in the industry.’
Based on Gadigal Land/Sydney James Brickwood is a staff photographer at The Sydney Morning Herald and a member of the Australian collective Oculi. His work often captures underground and youth subcultures and their relationship to music.
National Photographic Portrait Prize 2019 Finalist
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