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Interview with Erin

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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.

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  • Embodying Utopia
  • Portfolio
  • Drawn from the City
  • Murals
  • San Francisco Big Belly Designs
  • Coloring Books
  • Press
  • Bio
  • Shop
  • @crystalvielula Instagram Feed
  • Coloring Books
  • Commissions
  • links
  • Rainbow Portal
  • Post Gender Deities
  • Living Legacies