Zachary - A painting by Keith Haring he left purposefully unfinished. It is supposed to represent the lives cut short due to the AIDS crisis. Keith Haring passed away at age 31 due to complications from AIDS.
Dr. Ryan-Bryant - Queer: A Graphic History by Meg-John Barker and Jules Scheel. Offers a comprehensive history of queer community in the US with a focus on terms, activism, popular culture, debates, and historical contexts.
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Queer: a Graphic History by Samantha - This was a massive memorial to individuals who have died of AIDS-related causes that consists of thousands of different fabric panels created by their friends and family members.
Tairin - The resource I used was a painting from openly gay artist Felix Gonzalez-Torres. Gonzalez-Torres had a lover that passed from the AIDS virus and dedicated many pieces of work to said lover. The painting showcases a corner filled with a pile of candy and invites people to take a piece from the pile. The pile would eventually grow smaller and smaller until its completely gone. Each piece of candy taken from the pile acts as a metaphor for society's dismissal of the AIDS epidemic and if continued to be ignored, the LGBTQ+ community could fade away.
Daniya - This is a art piece by an artist name Devan shimoyama he is Black African American also part of the queer community. This is just one of many of his art that have alot of meaning behind it. This piece repents being male that know his sexuality and what he like and having to step in a barber shop pretending to fit be this masculine guy which is not so easy when y'all you want to do is be you. He took his experience and made into a visual art piece for the community/ world to see.
Samantha - This is a video of a mural done by an artist named Florence Burns for Manchester Pride in 2023. It's a digital piece exhibiting the vast range of people within the community by illustrating shoes. Each shoe is different and unique just like everyone in the LGBTQIA2P+ community. It's a reminder to people that we can't forget about the protest part of Pride. It displays self-expression and personal identity. It also highlights the trans community because for a long time they were not as celebrated. LINK TO INSTAGRAM
Eric - “I Like Cute Things” is a comic by Chinese American illustrator who goes by Yuyi, or Bunnie (He/They). The comic is a short exploration of Yuyi’s journey with his gender, as someone who was AFAB and enjoys all the things that are considered feminine by traditional society, yet feels much more comfortable not identifying as a woman. Yuyi purposefully does not use much terms or jargon that are commonly used in discussion of the subject, so the comic is easily relatable and approachable. Especially to children, who Yuyi wishes could be able to access media that tackles queer subject matter.
Canyon - This image was taken at a WNY (Western New York) pride event, showing us that our community is everywhere and that we are proud! You can see 5 people marching in the parade, wearing bright colors, waving and wearing flags, and overall very excited. The Buffalo Pride website has many inspirational pictures from previous pride events on the website, buffalopride.org. These yearly pride events take place every June, welcoming individuals, couples, friends, allies, families, and more!
Molly - Frida Kahlo, Self-Portrait with Cropped Hair, 1940. I wasn't really aware of any queer illustrations but when I came across this image of Frieda Kahlo I found it to be pretty beautiful. It depicts Frida surrounded by her cut hair. Long hair is his symbol of womanhood, which many people cling to in order signal and assert their gender. By allowing herself to embrace masculinity the artist demonstrates a plurality in gender.
Kiki - This was my experience at NYC Pride and it was so amazing seeing how so many people that don't know each other just comes out and support each other whether they were apart of the LGBGT community or just an ALLY. I loved every minute and met so many new and cool people!
Marz - I think that this poem delivers and important message. With everything going on in the world, the poem speaks on the urgency to protect trans kids. Its a good reminder to stay strong, and know that there are people who will support you and advocate for your safety as a trans kid.
There are many who come before you
We are shining bright
holding you in our warmth
We are working
to make
the world a place
where you can smile, live and play
and be celebrated
Unitl then
tend the flame
of who you are
in you wild creative hearts
Find us
and those who walk beside you
Together we will overcome
The world needs your light
Kyle - The image is a band for my watch. It is designed with roygbiv. Typically these colours are associated with the LGBTQ community. I like to wear it to show that I am a part of the community and that people can feel welcome and accepted by me.
Ahmari - The photo shows one of the club’s many fabulous drag queens with some crowd members surrounding her on the stage. They were on the stage because the crowd sings everyone happy birthday during whichever zodiac signs season it is. This show’s community because everyone is gathered together singing about the celebration of life as one which I personally find beautiful.
Alexandra - This is Donna Gottschalk photography. Donna was a part of the Gay Liberation Front and the Radicalesbians and she photographed friends, family and activists involved in the queer community at the time, and what their life was like in the 70s. She helped design the 'Lavender Menace' shirt used during protests.
Devin - This is a picture of a group of parents at a Pride march in 1974 which I got from an NBC News article about PFLAG. In my opinion, this shows community because it shows that parents can indeed show solidarity with their queer children, and can help them feel more connected with other members of the community.
Bee - 'Girls' is an illustrative book containing art made by Jenn Woodall, a local artist. She explores what it is like to be a woman in a misogynistic world, with aspects such as domestic violence, sexual harassment, and gender expression. This drawing includes a quote from the author stating, "I have complicated feelings around being a woman. While I identify one and feel a level of comfort within that definition, I have a lot of frustration toward what is expected of me. Lots of comments around being 'too masculine' or 'too feminine.' For some reason, we still seem to be uncomfortable with the fact that people can express both characteristics simultaneously or at different times. I'm constantly told that my own opinions will change - someday, I'll want babies and the get married. Honestly, what I would really like is for people to stop assuming they know who I am based on some bullshit gender stereotypes and some extremely simplistic idea of who women are."
Cadence - This is a pronoun pin that I wear on my backpack. The reason that wearing this is so important is because it helps to normalize knowing and asking for people's pronouns, and it can make it easier for someone coming up to me for the first time to know what my pronouns are. It also tells other people in the community that you are one of them, or that you are at the very least, an ally.
