SEAS  (Socially Engaged Art Salon)  is planning to celebrate LGBTQ History Month with a new mixed media exhibition THE QUEER BEACH.  Curated by Dr Gil Mualem-Doron the project explores the strong connection between queer people and culture and the seaside – between a fringe, sometimes marginal community, and this frontier space. It cruises to nearby places such as Brighton Naturist Beach and sails to faraway places such as Abrico queer beach near Rio. Featuring painting, collage, photography, and film by 30 artists who were invited by SEAS or answered their open call.

The artists include Alex Billingham, Amitrano Maria Belen, Antony Edwards, Maja Bialas, Chris Corr, Clare Plumley, Claudi Piripippi, Danny Frede, David G Taylor, Dave Ratcliffe, Elias Avramidis, Ellen Harrold, Francesca Alaimo, Hannah Meyer, Izzy Malanczuk, Jack Jameson, Joanna Byrne, Joanne Newman, Josef Cabey, Luc(e) Raesmith, Ludo Foster, Mario Lautier-Vella, Norman Miller, Patrick Will Baker, Roberto Funai, Robert Inestroza, Rowan Frewin, Sarah Connell, Sebastian Rowlands, Thomas Griffiths, Tony Mentel.

One of the highlights will be an interactive installation “California Dreaming” where visitors who cannot afford a winter holiday on a sunny beach can take a selfie on an imaginary one. An hour before and after the event on February 3rd a professional photographer will offer a free photoshoot at the installation where participants will receive their photos on the spot.

The Queer Beach was supported by The Rainbow Fund and Brighton and Hove  Communities Fund

Monday 29th January – Sunday 11th February, 
THE QUEER BEACH  : SEAS
Jubilee St, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1GE