Within our society, marginalized peoples are routinely and systematically attacked and told to believe that our existences are less than and something to be ashamed of. Through expressing our joy and reveling in our identities, our joy becomes a form of active protest against an oppressor who would seek to rid us of it. Queer Euphoria showcases the works of 15 queer artists living in Philadelphia. Through painting, photography, textile, printmaking, ceramic, collage and more, these artists depict joy and unapologetic happiness in vibrant personal narratives and shared experiences. This exhibition seeks to highlight this joy and proudly display the way in which we as marginalized peoples live and love our identities, and the euphoria we experience within our lives as they are enriched by the communities we form together.

Jen Schneck, Chelsey Luster & Lee Alter
Curators

 
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The art exhibitions presented by the William Way LGBT Community Center throughout 2020-2021 were never intended to be viewed exclusively in an online format. However, with the closing of our physical building due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all art exhibitions scheduled for 2020-21 will be presented as online exhibitions.

Although never the same as experiencing artworks in the Community Center’s gallery, online art exhibitions provide a safe viewing alternative, promote the artist’s creativity, and provide an opportunity for interested viewers to purchase artworks.

Prices for works that are available for sale are listed within the captions for each artwork. 65% of each sale will go to the artist and 35% will go to the Community Center to support our arts & culture programs. If you would like to make a purchase please email John Anderies, who will make arrangements to take your credit card information over the phone and make artwork delivery arrangements.

Thank you so much for your continued support and patronage of Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ artists and the Community Center’s arts & culture programs.

 
 

William Way LGBT Community Center

1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
P: 215-732-2220