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'Many of the works I own have been swapped with fellow artists': Photographer Campbell Addy on how he's assembling his growing art collection

Campbell Addy combines fashion, photography, and art to explore Black and queer identities, addressing contemporary socio-political issues through his work.

A Gentle Portrait of Transness That Goes Against the Grain

Carson Stachura's work redefines gender expression and challenges traditional notions of trans archives and representation in photography.

The Artist Using Vintage Gay Porn to Make a Dark Statement

Pacifico Silano recontextualizes vintage gay pornography to explore loss, longing, and queer identity, reflecting on his personal experiences and societal contradictions.

A Review of Monster Chetwynd in Vienna | Berlin Art Link

The exhibition highlights anti-patriarchal themes through a blend of medieval symbolism and queer-feminist perspectives.

Henry Hung Chang's folkloric works are soft in colour but rich in symbolism

Henry Hung Chang's art merges East Asian folklore with personal experience, creating a dialogue about identity, culture, and contemporary social issues.

'Many of the works I own have been swapped with fellow artists': Photographer Campbell Addy on how he's assembling his growing art collection

Campbell Addy combines fashion, photography, and art to explore Black and queer identities, addressing contemporary socio-political issues through his work.

A Gentle Portrait of Transness That Goes Against the Grain

Carson Stachura's work redefines gender expression and challenges traditional notions of trans archives and representation in photography.

The Artist Using Vintage Gay Porn to Make a Dark Statement

Pacifico Silano recontextualizes vintage gay pornography to explore loss, longing, and queer identity, reflecting on his personal experiences and societal contradictions.

A Review of Monster Chetwynd in Vienna | Berlin Art Link

The exhibition highlights anti-patriarchal themes through a blend of medieval symbolism and queer-feminist perspectives.

Henry Hung Chang's folkloric works are soft in colour but rich in symbolism

Henry Hung Chang's art merges East Asian folklore with personal experience, creating a dialogue about identity, culture, and contemporary social issues.
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#pride

7 out and proud lesbian celebrities you need to know about

2024 marks a revival in lesbian pride, with queer celebrities openly embracing their identities and reclaiming the term 'lesbian.'

My petty gripe: the pride movement has come so far, but it's high time for rainbows' end | Cait Kelly

The author critiques the rainbow flag and associated aesthetics in the queer community, expressing a preference for more subdued and monochromatic styles.

7 out and proud lesbian celebrities you need to know about

2024 marks a revival in lesbian pride, with queer celebrities openly embracing their identities and reclaiming the term 'lesbian.'

My petty gripe: the pride movement has come so far, but it's high time for rainbows' end | Cait Kelly

The author critiques the rainbow flag and associated aesthetics in the queer community, expressing a preference for more subdued and monochromatic styles.
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#sexuality

How sex cemented (and stigmatized) the gay community

Sex is central to queer identities and community formation, challenging traditional monogamous norms.

Bisexual in the Bible Belt, am I the problem-or is it the South?

Being a Black, sexually fluid man in the South involves navigating complex identities while grappling with societal expectations and limited representation.

I'm a straight-passing woman. I'm tired of having to come out all the time.

Being straight-passing as a queer person involves continuous coming out, leading to emotional burden and feeling invisible, invalidating one's sexuality.

My Old Ass director wanted to tell a different coming out story

The film explores adolescent self-discovery and challenges traditional notions of sexuality through a unique time-travel narrative.

Billie Eilish says she's 'had a lot of good sex' after coming out as queer

Billie Eilish has embraced her queer sexuality, expressing fulfillment in friendships and experiences, including 'a lot of good sex' since coming out.

How sex cemented (and stigmatized) the gay community

Sex is central to queer identities and community formation, challenging traditional monogamous norms.

Bisexual in the Bible Belt, am I the problem-or is it the South?

Being a Black, sexually fluid man in the South involves navigating complex identities while grappling with societal expectations and limited representation.

I'm a straight-passing woman. I'm tired of having to come out all the time.

Being straight-passing as a queer person involves continuous coming out, leading to emotional burden and feeling invisible, invalidating one's sexuality.

My Old Ass director wanted to tell a different coming out story

The film explores adolescent self-discovery and challenges traditional notions of sexuality through a unique time-travel narrative.

Billie Eilish says she's 'had a lot of good sex' after coming out as queer

Billie Eilish has embraced her queer sexuality, expressing fulfillment in friendships and experiences, including 'a lot of good sex' since coming out.
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Cardi B reminds people she's queer after backlash over queer slur

Cardi B responds to criticism about using a queer slur by asserting her own queer identity and refusing to be silenced by backlash.
#lgbtq-representation

How Black Doves subverts the gay best friend stereotype

Black Doves challenges stereotypes by featuring complex queer characters, particularly through the portrayal of Sam, a gay hitman who exemplifies depth and authenticity.

Our secret wedding faced backlash - but the LGBTQ+ community drowned out the haters

Christy and Christina highlight the importance of LGBTQ+ and South Asian representation amidst community backlash regarding their elopement.
Positive responses from the LGBTQ+ community overshadowed the negative backlash from their own community.

How Black Doves subverts the gay best friend stereotype

Black Doves challenges stereotypes by featuring complex queer characters, particularly through the portrayal of Sam, a gay hitman who exemplifies depth and authenticity.

Our secret wedding faced backlash - but the LGBTQ+ community drowned out the haters

Christy and Christina highlight the importance of LGBTQ+ and South Asian representation amidst community backlash regarding their elopement.
Positive responses from the LGBTQ+ community overshadowed the negative backlash from their own community.
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#bisexuality

I'm a bisexual woman engaged to a man. I'm worried I missed the opportunity to explore my queerness fully.

Engagement to a man brings anxiety about losing touch with my bisexual identity.

Wicked's Cynthia Erivo on keeping her love life private

Cynthia Erivo values her privacy in personal relationships despite being open about her bisexuality and identity as a queer woman.

I'm a bisexual woman engaged to a man. I'm worried I missed the opportunity to explore my queerness fully.

Engagement to a man brings anxiety about losing touch with my bisexual identity.

Wicked's Cynthia Erivo on keeping her love life private

Cynthia Erivo values her privacy in personal relationships despite being open about her bisexuality and identity as a queer woman.
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#activism

In New AIDS Activist Memoir, Keiko Lane Aims to Articulate the Inexpressible

Keiko Lane's memoir offers a unique perspective on growing up queer during the AIDS crisis, emphasizing trauma, identity, and activism.

In 'Queendom,' authenticity is resistance

Art has radical potential to challenge societal norms and empower individuals

FLOBER: A Confrontation of Identity and Power - A Must-See Event in Berlin! - KALTBLUT Magazine

FLÓBÉR is a performance examining how family and nation-state narratives interact, particularly through a queer lens.

In New AIDS Activist Memoir, Keiko Lane Aims to Articulate the Inexpressible

Keiko Lane's memoir offers a unique perspective on growing up queer during the AIDS crisis, emphasizing trauma, identity, and activism.

In 'Queendom,' authenticity is resistance

Art has radical potential to challenge societal norms and empower individuals

FLOBER: A Confrontation of Identity and Power - A Must-See Event in Berlin! - KALTBLUT Magazine

FLÓBÉR is a performance examining how family and nation-state narratives interact, particularly through a queer lens.
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What Are the Freakiest Corners of New York?

New York City embraces diversity through its creative communities, where individuals find inspiration in unexpected places.
#self-acceptance

How I broke up with my boyfriend and learned I was bisexual - LGBTQ Nation

Egozi's memoir explores reclaiming one's identity against societal and familial expectations, advocating for authenticity and self-acceptance.

Wicked's Cynthia Erivo still feels 'fear' coming out to people as queer

Cynthia Erivo described her coming out as both refreshing and challenging, emphasizing personal authenticity and self-acceptance.

Roses of Romance - KALTBLUT Magazine

Blazey's "Roses of Romance" explores the complexities of identity and self-acceptance for black queer individuals through surrealistic storytelling.

Darling, you're a masterpiece: The unequivocal beauty of being Black & queer

Black and queer individuals face unique challenges and complexities in navigating their identities.
The intersectionality of being both Black and queer adds layers of complexity to self-discovery and societal acceptance.

How I broke up with my boyfriend and learned I was bisexual - LGBTQ Nation

Egozi's memoir explores reclaiming one's identity against societal and familial expectations, advocating for authenticity and self-acceptance.

Wicked's Cynthia Erivo still feels 'fear' coming out to people as queer

Cynthia Erivo described her coming out as both refreshing and challenging, emphasizing personal authenticity and self-acceptance.

Roses of Romance - KALTBLUT Magazine

Blazey's "Roses of Romance" explores the complexities of identity and self-acceptance for black queer individuals through surrealistic storytelling.

Darling, you're a masterpiece: The unequivocal beauty of being Black & queer

Black and queer individuals face unique challenges and complexities in navigating their identities.
The intersectionality of being both Black and queer adds layers of complexity to self-discovery and societal acceptance.
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#inclusivity

Niijournal: Campbell Addy's Magazine Is Back and It's Got Something to Say

Campbell Addy advocates for inclusivity through Niijournal. Central theme is celebrating diverse identities and fostering dialogue on Blackness and queer identity.

Layla: A Joyful Film Exploring Arab Identity and Queer Desire

The film 'Layla' explores the intersections of Arab identity and queer desire, representing love against societal prejudices.

Niijournal: Campbell Addy's Magazine Is Back and It's Got Something to Say

Campbell Addy advocates for inclusivity through Niijournal. Central theme is celebrating diverse identities and fostering dialogue on Blackness and queer identity.

Layla: A Joyful Film Exploring Arab Identity and Queer Desire

The film 'Layla' explores the intersections of Arab identity and queer desire, representing love against societal prejudices.
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Layla review heartbreak looms in coming-of-age yarn of a secret affair and queer identity

The film portrays the journey of a queer drag artist navigating identity and complex relationships.
It critiques the superficial nature of some relationships in the context of personal growth.

What are 'lesbian vampire nails'? Everything you need to know about the trend

Lesbian vampire nails blend goth culture with queer identity, enabling self-expression and safe intimacy.
#photography

Unveiling Intimacy: Lukas Stadler's Hain at Fotografiska Berlin - KALTBLUT Magazine

Städler's "Hain" series explores cruising culture in Berlin, portraying tender moments of connection while challenging stereotypes about gay encounters.

Unseen desire: the radical gaze of Rotimi Fani-Kayode in pictures

Fani-Kayode's photography explores themes of identity and queerness through meticulously staged portraits and a negotiation of cultural and personal dislocation.

Carson Stachura captures a reality in which queer and trans people "can be seen, not just looked at"

Carson Stachura's photography creates an otherworldly effect while empowering queer and trans individuals to express their identities authentically.

A Guide to the Seductive Work of Dean Sameshima

The art of Dean Sameshima defies classification, delving into subcultures and queer identity through eroticism and history.

Unveiling Intimacy: Lukas Stadler's Hain at Fotografiska Berlin - KALTBLUT Magazine

Städler's "Hain" series explores cruising culture in Berlin, portraying tender moments of connection while challenging stereotypes about gay encounters.

Unseen desire: the radical gaze of Rotimi Fani-Kayode in pictures

Fani-Kayode's photography explores themes of identity and queerness through meticulously staged portraits and a negotiation of cultural and personal dislocation.

Carson Stachura captures a reality in which queer and trans people "can be seen, not just looked at"

Carson Stachura's photography creates an otherworldly effect while empowering queer and trans individuals to express their identities authentically.

A Guide to the Seductive Work of Dean Sameshima

The art of Dean Sameshima defies classification, delving into subcultures and queer identity through eroticism and history.
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'Dragon Age: The Veilguard' Makes Me Feel Seen As a Trans Player, But Still Disappointed

The Veilguard presents trans representation in character creation, but it highlights the need for more substantial inclusion in gaming.
#self-discovery

To Experiment

The shoot emphasizes the journey of self-discovery and authenticity in fashion.

Writer Carvell Wallace on past pain and forgiveness: Letting go is 'always available'

Carvell Wallace's memoir 'Another Word for Love' delves into his challenging upbringing and journey towards self-discovery as a queer Black man

To Experiment

The shoot emphasizes the journey of self-discovery and authenticity in fashion.

Writer Carvell Wallace on past pain and forgiveness: Letting go is 'always available'

Carvell Wallace's memoir 'Another Word for Love' delves into his challenging upbringing and journey towards self-discovery as a queer Black man
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Letters by Oliver Sacks review science, sex and motorcycles

Oliver Sacks's journey from England to San Francisco symbolized his quest for personal freedom and creative expression.

WATCH: A Muslim queen falls for a buttoned-up marketing bro in this dazzling drag dramedy - Queerty

Layla, a British-Palestinian drag queen, navigates her identity in a traditional family, finding support in a queer community.
#chappell-roan

Chappell Roan Seeks the Line Between IRL and URL

Chappell Roan's rise in pop music reflects her unique voice and the challenges of queer identity in conservative regions.

Chappell Roan review a super graphic ultra modern showbiz star

Chappell Roan's rise reflects a rapid transition to mainstream success, marked by energetic performances celebrating queer identity.
Her songs combine frank discussions of sexuality with uplifting messages and infectious beats.

Chappell Roan Seeks the Line Between IRL and URL

Chappell Roan's rise in pop music reflects her unique voice and the challenges of queer identity in conservative regions.

Chappell Roan review a super graphic ultra modern showbiz star

Chappell Roan's rise reflects a rapid transition to mainstream success, marked by energetic performances celebrating queer identity.
Her songs combine frank discussions of sexuality with uplifting messages and infectious beats.
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Lit Snax: 10.3.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

The article reviews diverse books exploring queer identity in literature and film, emphasizing personal experience and societal themes.
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3 months ago

A puppeteer makes sense of an overwhelming world by shrinking it down to size | Aeon Videos

Ronnie Burkett's journey in puppetry began unexpectedly, shaped by his childhood experiences and his identity as a queer individual.
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Jussie Smollett's "The Lost Holliday" challenges queer acceptance in the Black family - Queerty

Jussie Smollett focuses on representation and inclusivity through film, highlighting queer identities in the Black community in "The Lost Holliday."

WATCH: What would you sacrifice for a chance to meet the stranger you've been flirting with online?

The film 'I Love You More' tells the story of a shy Kosovar teen who is involved in a romantic relationship with someone online.
Ben, the protagonist, hides his relationship from his family and friends, fearing their reaction in his conservative community.

Jussie Smollett's "The Lost Holliday" challenges queer acceptance in the Black family - Queerty

Jussie Smollett focuses on representation and inclusivity through film, highlighting queer identities in the Black community in "The Lost Holliday."

WATCH: What would you sacrifice for a chance to meet the stranger you've been flirting with online?

The film 'I Love You More' tells the story of a shy Kosovar teen who is involved in a romantic relationship with someone online.
Ben, the protagonist, hides his relationship from his family and friends, fearing their reaction in his conservative community.
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#documentary

Raven-Symone tells Demi Lovato she wasn't 'the nicest' person to work with

Demi Lovato's documentary explores the struggles and pressures of growing up as a child star, emphasizing the need for a supportive childhood.

WATCH: The shocking catfish story that nearly ruined pop-rock duo Tegan & Sara - Queerty

Fandom can create community but also vulnerability, as demonstrated in the story of Tegan and Sara's experience with catfishing.

Raven-Symone tells Demi Lovato she wasn't 'the nicest' person to work with

Demi Lovato's documentary explores the struggles and pressures of growing up as a child star, emphasizing the need for a supportive childhood.

WATCH: The shocking catfish story that nearly ruined pop-rock duo Tegan & Sara - Queerty

Fandom can create community but also vulnerability, as demonstrated in the story of Tegan and Sara's experience with catfishing.
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Juxtapoz Magazine - Anthony Cudahy and a "Fool's errand"

Cudahy's solo show at GRIMM offers an intimate exploration of queer identity and emotion enhanced by the unique character of the exhibition space.

Fawzia Mirza and Amrit Kaur on The Queen of My Dreams: People want to hear more queer Muslim stories'

Fawzia Mirza's debut film explores the intersection of queer identity and Muslim background through a semi-autobiographical narrative.
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4 months ago

Queer: Luca Guadagnino's New Film Is a Surreal Study of Gay Desire

The film emphasizes desire over explicit sex, showcasing a nuanced exploration of queer identity and relationship dynamics.

Medusa of the Roses by Navid Sinaki review noir debut of forbidden love

The novel confronts the brutal realities of forbidden love in Iran, exploring identity and freedom against oppressive societal norms.
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4 months ago

The Afterlives of Audre Lorde

Audre Lorde's work influences contemporary discussions on race, gender, and sexuality, embodying the fight for inclusive feminism.

'LGBTQ+ people haven't borrowed symbols of mythology - we are woven into them'

Queer as Folklore celebrates and explores the deep connections between LGBTQ+ identities and the folklore across history.

Bony Ramirez: from construction worker to coveted emerging artist

Bony Ramirez went from a construction worker to having a solo exhibition at the Newark Museum of Art, showcasing his self-taught art influenced by his Dominican roots.

The journey of an LGBTQ+ rights advocate: Jaymes Black tells their story

Embracing self-love is crucial to overcoming past trauma and societal rejection.

How Right and Wrong Ways to Be Queer Are Changing Fiction

Navigating contradictions and expectations as a queer person in America in 2024 is complex and exhausting.

Charlotte Day Wilson's shades of blue

Emotional lyrics and ethereal production in Charlotte Day Wilson's album Cyan Blue create a wistful yet soothing aural atmosphere.

I want to make movies for my people': Jane Schoenbrun on making a soon-to-be cult classic

Making a highly anticipated film on a larger budget posed new challenges for director Jane Schoenbrun, emphasizing meticulous synchronization and deliberate imagery creation.

Evenings and Weekends by Oisin McKenna review a love letter to London under pressure

London is a diverse literary setting embracing different aspects of urban life in contemporary fiction.

Lauren Jauregui wants to 'explore polyamory' but says she's a 'U-Haul b**ch'

Lauren Jauregui is exploring polyamory but values self-ownership and setting boundaries in relationships.

Top of Your Stack: 3.21.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Exploration of queer, racial, and class identity in a contemporary setting
Critique of American history through fiction and analysis of societal impact on marginalized communities

'I Saw The TV Glow' reviews praise 'powerful and deeply resonating' trans horror flick

I Saw The TV Glow, a trans horror film, is one of the most talked-about titles at the Sundance Film Festival.
The film explores themes of identity and self-acknowledgment through ethereal storytelling techniques.
The director, Jane Schoebrun, describes the film as the "egg crack" moment, where one stops pretending to not be trans and admits their identity for the first time.

Justin Torres, the queer writer who has reached the pinnacle of American literature

Justin Torres was inspired to write his novel, Blackouts, after discovering a censored book on queer identity from 1941.
The novel explores the lives of queer individuals and the systems of clinical history and criminalization they have faced.
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7 months ago

Alex Showerman Releases Trailer for "Coming Home."

A story of a queer trans woman finding belonging in women's freeride mountain biking community.

Sophia Bush gushes over 'unexpected' love with girlfriend Ashlyn Harris

Sophia Bush found unexpected love with girlfriend Ashlyn Harris after publicly coming out as queer.

Katy O'Brian realized her sexuality thanks to seafood: 'More into this shellfish than I am into this guy'

Discovering sexuality through personal experiences and attractions.
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