Lead Pic: Samantha Pepys and the Biological Lie by Lulu Bennett Arts KKWEER Arts exhibition, curated by Gemma Rolls-Bentley and Ell Pennick, to feature some of the biggest names in LGBTQ+ art Lead Pic: Samantha Pepys and the Biological Lie by Lulu Bennett KKWEER Arts is to present Ultraviolet, a powerful and thought-provoking group exhibition which delves into the intricate world of coded language, symbols, and gestures nestled within queer communities. The exhibition features some of th By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Arts Beyond The Binary – A Celebration Of Trans Joy: new exhibition at Jubilee Library to empower and celebrate the trans community Proud Studios CIC and award-winning photographer Chris Jepson present an exhibition of new work at Brighton’s Jubilee Library from Monday, 22 April – Sunday, 12 May, to coincide with the new Trans+ History Week. Beyond The Binary – A Celebration Of Trans Joy is a collaboration between Brighton-based By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Exhibitions The Funny Hole: a weekend of unbridled gaiety and whimsy with Jane Dinmore, Boogaloo Stu, Ladypat and John Lee Bird The Funny Hole, an exhibition at the Observer Building in Hastings from April 19-21, will bring together four distinctive artists for a weekend of unbridled gaiety and whimsy. Organisers of the exhibition said: “Presenting collages, paintings, ceramics, sculpture, film and sound work, you are invite By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Exhibitions The Queer Beach: a mixed-media exhibition at Brighton’s Jubilee Library, curated by Socially Engaged Art Salon The Queer Beach, a mixed-media exhibition curated by Socially Engaged Art Salon (SEAS), which explores the strong connection between queer people and culture and the seaside, is to show in Brighton’s Jubilee Library foyer gallery from Monday, January 29 – Sunday, February 11. The exhibition, which c By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Exhibitions Photographer Ming de Nasty launches exhibition SEE ME, which aims to change stereotypes around older LGBTQ+ people living in Shropshire Photographer Ming de Nasty has launched SEE ME, an exhibition at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery, which aims to change stereotypes around older LGBTQ+ people living in Shropshire. Ming, 61, who has been a professional photographer for over 35 years, worked with 14 locals, who spoke about how LGBTQ By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Exhibitions National Lottery Grant to fund ‘The Power of Holly’ – a new exhibition in Liverpool, exploring the life and art of the Frankie Goes to Hollywood star Liverpool arts organisations Homotopia and DuoVision have announced a grant of £142,000 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for The Power of Holly – a new exhibition documenting the life and work of pioneering LGBTQ+ musician, songwriter and artist Holly Johnson (Frankie Goes To Hollywood) The p By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Exhibitions Queer(ing) Home and Belonging: new exhibition at Ledward Centre presents artworks created by Sussex-based LGBTQ+ migrants What are the experiences of migration and settlement of migrants who belong to the LGBTQ+ community and who have decided to make Sussex their home? And what are their thoughts about home and belonging? A new exhibition at the Ledward Centre in Brighton presents the artwork created by Sussex-based mi By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Exhibitions New exhibition – Trans-Sensory Storying of Gender-Based Violence – at University of Brighton’s Grand Parade Building A new exhibition – Trans-Sensory Storying of Gender-Based Violence – is showing at University of Brighton‘s Grand Parade Building from November 5-7. The exhibition includes a collection of responses to stories of gender-based violence in the UK and Mexico during and after the Covid 19 pandemic. It By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Exhibitions Illustrator Steve Brown gears up for exhibition of stunning artworks at Brighton Box Illustrator Steve Brown is gearing up to exhibit a stunning collection of artworks at Brighton Box in the heart of the city. The exhibition launches on Wednesday, November 15 from 6pm and at the launch, Brighton Box will be raising funds for local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon, who said: “We’re supe By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Exhibitions Unlimited Intimacy: New group exhibition frames the 1980s and 1990s as a politically charged time for LGBTQ+ histories and movements Lead Pic: Stuart Linden Rhodes, Wolverhampton, The Deep, 1993, digital photograph Borrowing its title from the 2009 book by Tim Dean, Unlimited Intimacy is a new group exhibition that frames the 1980s and 1990s as a politically charged time for LGBTQ+ histories and movements. The presentation survey By Graham Robson • 2 min read
job # 0846031 Exhibitions Design Museum announces 65th anniversary Barbie exhibition coming in 2024 Three years in the making and opening to coincide with the 65th anniversary of the Barbie brand in 2024, the exhibition will explore the design evolution of one of the world’s most famous dolls. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Exhibitions New exhibition, celebrating partnership between Queer Britain and Levi’s®, features clothing from artists, rock legends, movie stars and individuals from the queer community From the Levi’s® Archives: Icons in Denim – A Queer Perspective tells stories of hope, creativity, and resilience through items worn by the community. For a limited time, famous and fabulous denim hand selected from the Levi’s® archive will be displayed at Queer Britain. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
