Interview with Erin
What is your occupation?
I have worked in Tech for 30 years; I’m a MySQL DBA. In the 80’s there were a lot of women in tech, there are much less now; it’s a pretty intense world.
What is your style inspiration?
Because I spent so much time in London in the 80’s, I pretty much have a British dyke punk sense of style. I like girly mixed with masculine.
What is your signature look?
Leopard print and fake or vintage fur are my go tos. I wear black eyeliner, red lipstick and my hair is always a big deal to people; I wear a lot if black to show it off. I can do crazy-ass things to it because I understand color; I went to school for hair. Twiggy was big and I used dog clippers to cut my hair like hers.
What is the secret to having great style?
I think you’ve just got to be true to yourself.
What is your favorite neighborhood?
The intersection of Castro and Mission; Dolores Park area. I am a sort of fixture in the neighborhood, while more and more of my friends are moving to Oakland. I have been living in the neighborhood since 1983; I’ve been in my apartment for 23 years. After that long you begin to feel like a hoarder if you’re creative. I even have big photo prints stored under my couch.
Are you currently working on any photo projects?
One of my photo projects is called “My Neighborhood” where I take pictures of buildings in the area and write a story about and experience I had there in the past. Also, for many years I have been documenting Drag Kings across the country.
Are you involved in any other creative projects?
I perform as a back-up dancer for the drag queen D’arcy Drollinger. Typically you’re not allowed to perform in an aging body but I think it’s all about trying to make the most of your assets.
What is your favorite place in the city?
I like to go to North Beach and do my own Beat Tour, and go up Grant where as a kid you could see Janis Joplin on the street.
I have worked in Tech for 30 years; I’m a MySQL DBA. In the 80’s there were a lot of women in tech, there are much less now; it’s a pretty intense world.
What is your style inspiration?
Because I spent so much time in London in the 80’s, I pretty much have a British dyke punk sense of style. I like girly mixed with masculine.
What is your signature look?
Leopard print and fake or vintage fur are my go tos. I wear black eyeliner, red lipstick and my hair is always a big deal to people; I wear a lot if black to show it off. I can do crazy-ass things to it because I understand color; I went to school for hair. Twiggy was big and I used dog clippers to cut my hair like hers.
What is the secret to having great style?
I think you’ve just got to be true to yourself.
What is your favorite neighborhood?
The intersection of Castro and Mission; Dolores Park area. I am a sort of fixture in the neighborhood, while more and more of my friends are moving to Oakland. I have been living in the neighborhood since 1983; I’ve been in my apartment for 23 years. After that long you begin to feel like a hoarder if you’re creative. I even have big photo prints stored under my couch.
Are you currently working on any photo projects?
One of my photo projects is called “My Neighborhood” where I take pictures of buildings in the area and write a story about and experience I had there in the past. Also, for many years I have been documenting Drag Kings across the country.
Are you involved in any other creative projects?
I perform as a back-up dancer for the drag queen D’arcy Drollinger. Typically you’re not allowed to perform in an aging body but I think it’s all about trying to make the most of your assets.
What is your favorite place in the city?
I like to go to North Beach and do my own Beat Tour, and go up Grant where as a kid you could see Janis Joplin on the street.
