For Trans History Week, Queer AF commissioned to mentor trans+ creatives to produce stories, illustrations and podcasts that tell trans+ history stories, with a unique blend of talent development and high-quality journalism. History is often written by those in power, leaving the stories and lives experiences of trans and gender-nonconforming ancestors in the shadows. Through theContinue reading “7 Queer Artists Showcased for Trans History Week 2026”
Category Archives: Queer Artist Features
On View: Robert Mapplethorpe in Large Scale at Gladstone Gallery
The queer art community celebrates a landmark exhibition in 2026 as Gladstone Gallery presents a transformative exhibition of Robert Mapplethorpe’s work from March 5 to April 18, 2026 in New York. The show fulfills a longtime wish of the artist: seeing his iconic photography on a monumental scale. Proclaimed the enfant terrible of the 70sContinue reading “On View: Robert Mapplethorpe in Large Scale at Gladstone Gallery”
S-Curve at FLAG Art Foundation: Radical Queer Art & Artists
At The FLAG Art Foundation, the new group exhibition S-Curve proves that the human body is less a fixed structure and more a fluid playground of “surprise and invention.” Spanning from the 18th century to the cutting edge of the present day, S-Curve reimagines the art historical trope of the body in repose. For artContinue reading “S-Curve at FLAG Art Foundation: Radical Queer Art & Artists”
5 Rising Queer Artists to Watch in 2026
As the art world moves into 2026, queer art is getting more individualized and exciting. We’re keeping an eye on Diedrick Brackens, who uses weaving to tell stories about nature and softness, with a 2026 exhibition at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in March. We’re also big fans of P. Staff and theirContinue reading “5 Rising Queer Artists to Watch in 2026”
Kye Christensen-Knowles Electrifies The Chelsea Art Fair by Platform: and The Hotel Chelsea
The Hotel Chelsea isn’t just a historic landmark in NYC, it’s an incubator for culture. Last month, that legendary energy exploded when The Chelsea Art Fair (November 15-16, 2025), co-hosted by Platform, turned the building into a showcase of contemporary art. For queer art enthusiasts and collectors, one name stood out: Kye Christensen-Knowles, presented byContinue reading “Kye Christensen-Knowles Electrifies The Chelsea Art Fair by Platform: and The Hotel Chelsea”
Queer Artist Feature: JJ Quinn
Known for bold lines, whimsical figures, and vibrant colors, NYC-based queer, trans pop artist JJ Quinn‘s art celebrates queer identity, expression, and desire. JJ has exhibited work solo and in several group shows, such as The Tom of Finland Foundation in Los Angeles, and Art Gaysel in junction with Art Basel Miami. Queer Art Hub’sContinue reading “Queer Artist Feature: JJ Quinn”
Queer Artist Feature: Davey Powell
Queer Art Hub’s Pride Month blog feature is UK Whitley Bay-based textile artist Davey Powell. Born into the Traveller community, Davey’s early years were spent living on a fairground in the North East of England, surrounded by the rich traditions of Showman culture. Being queer and a Traveller was complex to say the least, butContinue reading “Queer Artist Feature: Davey Powell”
Queer Artist Feature: Adi Ndiwe
Adiba Ndiwe is a multi-disciplinary artist, writer, and arts diversification advocate of Welsh/ Nigerian heritage, based in the UK. In her work, she aims to challenge the colonial and capitalist influences in art academia and the art world through socially- and politically-charged art. Combining visual storytelling with satire, she explores intersectional concepts relating to race,Continue reading “Queer Artist Feature: Adi Ndiwe”
Queer Artist Feature: Andrew Putschoegl
Queer Art Hub is kicking off 2025 interviewing Berlin-based artist, Andrew Putschoegl on his journey as a queer artist. Silver & Gelatin is the photographic alter ego of filmmaker Andrew Putschoegl, who was born and raised in the United States. Currently, he lives in Berlin with his husband and their two cats. What is yourContinue reading “Queer Artist Feature: Andrew Putschoegl”
Queer Artist Feature: Rik Versteeg
Queer Art Hub’s queer artist feature series, we are shining a spotlight on Dutch artist, Rik Versteeg.
Queer Artist Feature: Osvaldo Uribe
First of our queer artist feature series, we are shining a spotlight on Montreal-based artist, Osvaldo Uribe.