The
NOH8 Campaign is a silent photographic protest created by celebrity photographer Adam Bouska and partner Jeff Parshley in direct response to the passage of Proposition 8 in California, which banned same-sex marriages in the state.
Photos in the NOH8 series feature subjects with duct tape over their mouths, symbolizing their voices being silenced by Prop 8 and similar legislation around the world, with "NOH8" painted on one cheek in protest.
Four years since its inception, the NOH8 Campaign has grown to nearly 30,000 faces and continues to grow at an exponential rate. The campaign began with portraits of everyday Californians from all walks of life and soon rose to include politicians, military personnel, newlyweds, law enforcement, artists, celebrities, and many more.
Here are a few recognizeable faces of people who have been featured on OWN who also participated in the NOH8 photo campaign.
Lisa Ling.
