"Invasion" is a remarkable project by photographer Anderson Zaca. It began with Zaca's invitation to the Fire Island Invasion in 2007, where he was captivated by the annual gathering of thousands of queer individuals and drag queens. With over three thousand images spanning almost two decades, Zaca's photographs serve as both an archive and a tribute to the transformative power of drag artists during this celebration. Shot in black and white film with a medium format film camera, Zaca's work combines traditional and contemporary elements, showcasing the intricate details of each scene and capturing the beautifully contradictory nature of the individuals involved. The Invasion, rooted in the rebellious spirit of the '70s gay liberation movement, represents a unique fusion of rebellion, glamour, and defiance of societal norms. Zaca's images convey a sense of reverence and aim to capture the political, sexual, and fiercely competitive expression of drag queens, highlighting the genius of their beauty and the elegance of this magical event.

The book, Invasion, is expected to be the main reference book for the 50 years of this historic, cultural milestone. As a continuation of Stonewall, the Invasion remains a pillar of the protest and resistance in the fight for a better world.

Shot in rich black and white with a medium format film camera, Invasion is a body of work that is in line with a long lineage of photography while also feeling utterly new and contemporary. Zaca’s images have a crispness that brings to life the details of each of these scenes: the ribbons of a corset, the sheen of a sequin, the crackle of heavy makeup. Zaca shows people full of beautifully weird contradictions. Both absurd and sophisticated, campy and dignified, wild and serene, these photographs illustrate a uniquely American tradition with nuance and grace.