

A Shared Lexical Code
Print, Curation, Archival Research, Interview
This publication explores the linguistic connection to Queer identity, focusing on Polari, a gay language from 1950s England. Combining archival photography, concise definitions, infographics, and a first-hand interview with a Polari user, it offers an engaging visual and informative journey. Designed with a fresh, modern aesthetic for a young Queer audience, it blends historical and contemporary elements, making it an interactive resource for casual readers and language enthusiasts alike.
Print, Curation, Archival Research, Interview
This publication explores the linguistic connection to Queer identity, focusing on Polari, a gay language from 1950s England. Combining archival photography, concise definitions, infographics, and a first-hand interview with a Polari user, it offers an engaging visual and informative journey. Designed with a fresh, modern aesthetic for a young Queer audience, it blends historical and contemporary elements, making it an interactive resource for casual readers and language enthusiasts alike.


By presenting the lexicon through informative infographics and data visualizations, the reader is able to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of Polari and the extent to which it was used as a means of communicating within the LGBTQ+ community. With the younger Queer audience in mind, the publication brings historical influences to life with a modern graphic design approach, creating an engaging, interactive, and educational experience that will keep Polari's legacy alive for future generations.


