CONNIE CHWEHACD (ART)


AZN AMERICANA
HOT ASIAN HUNKS CALENDAR
Historically marginalized by outdated stereotypes and poor media representation, Asian masculinity is reclaimed and celebrated through our Hot Asian Hunks calendar.

The calender was entirely imagined and shot through the female gaze with a team of Asian women and femmes to fundraise for AZN AMERICANA’s* mentorship program. 

Inspired by classic romance novels, the cover reimagines Art Nouveau through a modern lens — romantic and unassuming for what’s inside. Working with photographer Sophie Hur, we brought a raw, intimate sensibility to the imagery. 


Role: Creative Director
Featured in: Time Out NY
To launch the calendar, we hosted an auction featuring men offering their skills and services, from cooking an intimate dinner to teaching leatherworking.

In total, we raised over $13,000 and were even featured in Timeout NY. 

*AZN AMERICANAis a non-profit that supports the personal and professional development of Asian women and femmes through workshops, events, screenings, and a mentorship program. 



CREDITS

Creative Director: Gabrielle Nguyen
Producers: Gabrielle Nguyen, May Lin Goff
Illustrator: Savanna Wang

Photographer: Sophie Hur
Retoucher: Xi Chen