The Making of Petals and Iron
This project began when Jazz wanted to return to photography and create something meaningful and uplifting. She set out to center LGBTQ+ BIPOC masculine-presenting individuals—particularly Black lesbians—capturing them in a fresh way by placing them in nature, where strength and softness coexist.
In early spring 2025, Jazz partnered with Missy, whose fashion and creative vision helped shape the concept into a masculine pride campaign. Together, they photographed masculine-presenting women of color surrounded by flowers and natural elements, highlighting their duality.
Through castings, photo shoots, and community collaboration, they aimed to challenge stereotypes and shift how masculine-presenting women are portrayed—showing them not as intimidating or hypersexualized, but as whole, soft, and powerful.
The Collective
Jazz Moore
CEO
Jazz Moore, a Leavenworth, Kansas native, has a background in Fashion Marketing and Visual Merchandising with over 10 years of retail experience. An artist, writer, and creative at heart, Jazz specializes in abstract spray paint art and is the founder of The Art of Affection blog. She is passionate about innovation, community building, and uplifting others, and volunteers as a co-facilitator for a sexual trauma support group for women. Jazz believes in the power of community as a space for healing and envisions rebuilding and strengthening the BIPOC LGBTQ+ community in Kansas City—this project marks the first step toward that vision.
Missy IsaMoore
COO
Missy IsaMoore is a self-taught designer based in Kansas City, Missouri, by way of Houston, Texas. She founded Sew UnRelaxed in 2012 to address the lack of stylish plus-size women’s fashion. With studies in Interior Design and Urban Planning and self-taught expertise in tailoring, swimwear, and menswear design, Missy brings a multidimensional creative perspective. Now working behind the scenes, she is dedicated to mentoring creatives and supporting arts, advocacy, and community-building efforts for creatives of color throughout the KC metro area.
Shawnneice Mitchell
Project & Marketing Manager
Shawnneice Mitchell is a Kansas native and multidisciplinary creative with a background in Fashion Design and Marketing. A licensed cosmetologist, artist, and founder of Goddess Artistry Collections, she blends refined beauty, strategy, and artistry. She brings a trained eye for branding, market positioning, and elevated client experience—along with hands-on expertise in beauty and product development—to create thoughtful, luxury-driven outcomes rooted in intention and innovation