In this political moment — where queer lives, bodies, and stories are increasingly under attack — supporting gay art is a vital act of solidarity. Gay male nude art in particular is being censored and the attack is Inot only about visibility. Gay male art that shows positive and healthy masculinity is about creating and sustaining a culture that values intimacy, complexity, and defiance.
Art expands when we expand our circles. The links below highlight artists whose practices resonate, challenge, and inspire.
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One of the things I am most proud of is that, quite unintentionally, I helped create a large group of us gay male artists who focused on drawing the male nude to become a community on Instagram when I was starting out.
I would search out other artists and promote their work on my page. We would give each other feedback and share each other’s work and be encouraging and helpful whenever we could and that is how I know so many gay artists from all over the world.
Here are “highlights” I posted on Instagram to promote my community’s work. I am amazed at the talent that is out there. Every one of us has a different style and energy and strength. I plan to update this page regularly to include more artists’ work.