Pride Through the Lens
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Pride Through the Lens: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Identity and Love
art’otel is thrilled to announce, Pride Through the Lens: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Identity and Love, a vibrant travelling photography exhibition dedicated to celebrating the diverse and powerful identities within the LGBTQ+ community across all art’otel destinations in Europe this summer.
This exhibition offers a powerful and intimate look into the lives and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community through the eyes of talented photographers. Each image tells a story of identity, resilience, love, and joy, inviting viewers to celebrate and reflect on the rich tapestry of queer life. Together, we honour the past, celebrate the present, and inspire a future of inclusivity and love. By hosting “Pride Through the Lens,” art’otel not only underscores its commitment to inclusivity and diversity but also enhances its reputation as a forward-thinking, culturally engaged brand. This exhibition offers a platform for high-quality art that resonates deeply with the themes of love, identity, and resistance, drawing in visitors from around the world and creating meaningful connections across our international locations.
We Both Laughed In Pleasure by Grace Pickering
Grace Pickering is a non-binary photographer and director, currently focusing on a short film about Trans men and masc Non-Binary individuals. Grace’s photography is a powerful exploration of identity and experience within the queer community. The exhibition at “Pride Through the Lens” challenges the myths of gender and the ways in which individuals present themselves to the world. This narrative includes powerful portraits of those who defy traditional gender norms.
Exhibition Dates: 7th August – 26th August
Queer Nightlife by Aimee McGhee
Aimee McGhee is celebrated for her dynamic images of London’s queer nightlife, capturing the vibrant energy and diverse spirit of the city’s LGBTQ+ scene. Her expert retouching and ability to highlight the beauty in each individual make her work a compelling tribute to the people and culture of queer club life. Her exhibition for “Pride Through the Lens” explores the vibrant subcultures within queer nightlife, from ballroom and drag culture to leather bars and underground scenes celebrating the spaces where LGBTQ+ individuals find joy, expression, and a sense of belonging.
Exhibition Dates:
1st August – 6th August
Exploration of identity by Arjan Spannenburg
Focusing on the search for identity and self-expression, Arjan Spannenburg invites viewers to reflect on their own journeys of self-discovery through his introspective work. His exhibition at “Pride Through the Lens” is dedicated to capturing a raw yet tender glimpse into the lives of LGBTQ adolescents at a pivotal and uncertain time. Through his lens, we see individuals whose silent plea for support, understanding, and love resonates profoundly with viewers, inviting them to contemplate the balance between vulnerability and self-expression, especially in the context of exploring and affirming their sexual and gender identities.
Exhibition dates: 3rd July – 17th July
Exploration of identity by Arjan Spannenburg
Focusing on the search for identity and self-expression, Arjan Spannenburg invites viewers to reflect on their own journeys of self-discovery through his introspective work. His exhibition at “Pride Through the Lens” is dedicated to capturing a raw yet tender glimpse into the lives of LGBTQ adolescents at a pivotal and uncertain time. Through his lens, we see individuals whose silent plea for support, understanding, and love resonates profoundly with viewers, inviting them to contemplate the balance between vulnerability and self-expression, especially in the context of exploring and affirming their sexual and gender identities.
Exhibition dates: 3rd July – 17th July
Exploration of identity by Arjan Spannenburg
Focusing on the search for identity and self-expression, Arjan Spannenburg invites viewers to reflect on their own journeys of self-discovery through his introspective work. His exhibition at “Pride Through the Lens” is dedicated to capturing a raw yet tender glimpse into the lives of LGBTQ adolescents at a pivotal and uncertain time. Through his lens, we see individuals whose silent plea for support, understanding, and love resonates profoundly with viewers, inviting them to contemplate the balance between vulnerability and self-expression, especially in the context of exploring and affirming their sexual and gender identities.
Exhibition dates: 3rd July – 17th July
Past Exhibition
Celebrating Joy in Resistance by Joel Rodriguez
Joel Rodriguez is a renowned commercial and editorial portrait photographer who produces work that highlights the diverse stories of triumph and struggle within the queer community. He places attention on light and colour, resulting in striking and resonating images. His exhibition during “Pride Through the Lens” focuses on the resilience and activism within the queer community, portraying the social and political resistance that has shaped LGBTQ+ identities and the solidarity it has fostered. The photographs will delve into the personal stories intertwined with historical changes and ongoing struggles for equality, capturing moments of defiance and unity.
Exhibition dates: 20th June – 2nd July
Celebrating Joy in Resistance by Joel Rodriguez
Joel Rodriguez is a renowned commercial and editorial portrait photographer who produces work that highlights the diverse stories of triumph and struggle within the queer community. He places attention on light and colour, resulting in striking and resonating images. His exhibition during “Pride Through the Lens” focuses on the resilience and activism within the queer community, portraying the social and political resistance that has shaped LGBTQ+ identities and the solidarity it has fostered. The photographs will delve into the personal stories intertwined with historical changes and ongoing struggles for equality, capturing moments of defiance and unity.
Exhibition dates: 20th June – 2nd July
Celebrating Joy in Resistance by Joel Rodriguez
Joel Rodriguez is a renowned commercial and editorial portrait photographer who produces work that highlights the diverse stories of triumph and struggle within the queer community. He places attention on light and colour, resulting in striking and resonating images. His exhibition during “Pride Through the Lens” focuses on the resilience and activism within the queer community, portraying the social and political resistance that has shaped LGBTQ+ identities and the solidarity it has fostered. The photographs will delve into the personal stories intertwined with historical changes and ongoing struggles for equality, capturing moments of defiance and unity.
Exhibition dates: 20th June – 2nd July