Through captivating portraits that reflect core aspects of each individual, artist Doug Meyer celebrates the lives and accomplishments of creatives who were victims of HIV/AIDS - people such as Robert Mapplethorpe, Keith Haring, Freddie Mercury, Tina Chow, and Klaus Nomi. In addition to honouring the individuals portrayed, Meyer hopes to highlight their contributions for younger generations. The portraits vary significantly in form, material, and style, and incorporate drawing, painting, sculpture, and photography. The text includes essays by Meyer and contributing writer Beth Dunlop as well as short biographies of each hero.