It Was All Very Queer II , a national juried exhibition examining contemporary queer artists residing within the United States. The exhibition will examine work that investigates identity, social norms, inclusivity, and the celebration of being queer. The St. Louis Artists Guild believes artists within the queer community are an underrepresented group within the arts and deserve a space to express their creativity.
Juror: Brandon Anschultz - Director of Studios and Galleries at the Kranzberg Arts Foundation.
Brandon Anschultz is a queer artist, whose work bridges painting, sculpture and installation. He is originally from rural Arkansas, but has lived and worked in St. Louis for over 20 years. He has exhibited widely in many solo and group exhibitions. In addition to his art practice, Anschultz is an arts professional, having worked with numerous St. Louis arts institutions.
He is currently the Director of Studio’s and Galleries at the Kranzberg Arts Foundation.
Juried Artists:
Megan Badger, Mac Barnes, Brandin Baron, Oli Boyer, Kevin Carr, Sihn Starr Cartia, Tiélere Cheatem, Nathan Childers, Cat de Miranda, Zoë Finkelstein, Elle Fitzgibbons, Mad Green, Jason Hanson, Sam Hutnyk, Alex Johnmeyer, Sarah Knight, William Krug, Julia López, Sam Mack, David Maldonado, Kye McDonnell, Gabe Montesanti, Adam Moore, Candace Mothersbaugh, Brent Nakamoto, Joseph Radoccia, Gale Schlegl, Bo Schmit, Simone Scigousky, Ali Seradge, Marshall Sharpe, Pearl Shread, Christina Sifri, Janie Stamm, Rachel Trusty, Melissa Tychonievich, Charlie Van Emden, Leo Wang, Shannon West, Erin Wohletz, Lance Yates
Award Winners:
1st Place $500: Boyhood Crush by Bo Schmit
2nd Place $250: Love's Caress by Adam Moore
3rd Place $150: Orange Blossom Baby by Janie Stamm
Honorable Mention $50: The New Saints by Rachel Trusty
Honorable Mention $50: Ode to Gilbert Baker's Turquoise and Pink by Pearl Shread
