A Transformative Exhibition Exploring Religious Identity and Queer Experience
Exploring the full range of humanity, spirituality, sexuality and identity, "Sacred Intersections" emerges as a groundbreaking exhibition that challenges, celebrates, and reimagines the complex dialogue between queer identity and religious experience.
This curated exhibition seeks to create a profound, nuanced space where artists can explore the deeply personal journeys of reconciliation, resistance, healing, and spiritual authenticity. We invite artists who have navigated the intricate landscapes of religious tradition and queer identity to share their visual narratives, transforming personal struggle and resilience into powerful artistic statements.
Our Purpose and Vision
"Sacred Intersections" is more than an exhibition—it is a sanctuary of storytelling, a bridge between seemingly disparate worlds. We aim to dismantle binary thinking, challenge preconceived notions, and create a compassionate dialogue that honors individual spiritual journeys.
Artists are invited to submit work that speaks to their personal experience of existing at the profound and often complicated intersection of queer identity and religious background. We welcome narratives of struggle, triumph, ambiguity, and transcendence.
Curatorial Statement
As curators, we recognize that religious identity and queer experience are not mutually exclusive but can be deeply interconnected, complex, and intensely personal. This exhibition seeks to create a radical space of understanding, empathy, and profound human connection.
Themes:
Eligibility:
We invite queer artists in the tri-state area at any stage of their career to submit their original artwork for consideration. Work must engage with exhibition themes
Mediums may include:
*Please note all artwork must be framed and ready to hang or be secured on a pedestal. If the work cannot be wired or secured, please provide installation instructions*
Tentative Date of Exhibit: September 4 - 7, 2025
Location: NYC. Gallery TBD
There may be a commission fee depending on the gallery which is currently TBD
For inquiries regarding the submission process, please contact us at [email protected]
Thank you! We look forward to your submissions
Submission Guidelines:
Important Dates
Early-bird Deadline: April 27, 2025, 8PM EST
Deadline to Apply: May 31, 2025, 8PM EST
Notification of Selection: June 11, 2025
Fees
Application fee for Early Bird Submission is $20
Application fee for Regular Submission is $30
Submissions will not be reviewed until payment is received. Submission fees are non-refundable.
Payments options include Venmo, Zelle and PayPal
05/31/2025
$30.00