#prideart

LGBTQ+ youth: what would your ✨LGBTQ+ utopia✨ look like?

Queer youth ages 13-24 can submit your visual art, photography, poetry, short essays/stories and more NOW through Sunday, September 17 (deadline extended), and they might end up in QUEERBOOK 2024: a powerful collection of queer youth voices capturing your thoughts, feelings, and hopes during this year.

(Y'know, like a yearbook...but make it queer!)

Creators of selected pieces will be compensated for their work AND receive a free copy of the published book. Queerbook 2024 will also be sold in our shop at itgetsbetter.org and free copies will be distributed to select schools/GSA clubs throughout the U.S.!

Submit your piece now and read all submission guidelines (including word counts, dimensions, number of submissions, etc) here!

🔗 itgetsbetter.org/blog/queerbook-2024

Craig & Tweek

Why Kenney Mencher’s Champion is Great Gay Art 🌈🎨

Looking for a bold, statement-making piece that screams confidence and celebrates the power of queer masculinity? Look no further than Kenney Mencher’s Champion. At 30 x 40 inches and priced at $2,200, this oil-on-stretched-canvas masterpiece is a knockout—literally. Check it out here.

The medium, oil on canvas, gives Champion a luscious, tactile texture that captures every detail in the subject’s pose and expression. The thick, rich brushstrokes create a powerful sense of movement, as though this figure is about to leap off the canvas. The color palette is saturated and intense, with bold reds, earthy browns, and deep blues that convey strength and vitality. The chiaroscuro shading creates dramatic contrasts, emphasizing the athletic build and conveying a sense of depth and emotion. This isn’t just a painting—it’s a celebration of confidence and individuality, perfectly encapsulated in an unapologetically queer lens.

Style, Symbolism, and Why It’s Perfect for Your Space

Mencher’s style is naturalistic yet slightly stylized, capturing both the physical power and emotional depth of the subject. The lines are strong and deliberate, emphasizing the muscular form, while the asymmetrical composition keeps the eye engaged. The subject exudes confidence, with a hint of vulnerability, making it a perfect representation of modern queer masculinity.

This painting fits seamlessly into any gay man’s home, whether you’re rocking a sleek modern aesthetic or a cozy, bear-inspired den. Champion is more than art—it’s a reflection of queer strength, pride, and community. It celebrates body positivity, individuality, and the beauty of being unapologetically yourself.

Kenney Mencher: Master of Queer Storytelling

Kenney Mencher’s work stands out for its ability to tell deeply personal, queer-centered stories through classical techniques and bold, contemporary themes. Champion is no exception, showcasing his skill at blending realism with modern sensibilities to create art that resonates with LGBTQ+ audiences. Whether you’re a collector or just someone who loves bold, meaningful art, Champion is a must-have for your walls.

HAPPY PRIDE!! celebrating with a pride icon YCH!

any equine oc!

I also wanted to post another work i did

(Qinter go brrr)

Aziraphale and Crowley PRIDE -Good Omens Fanart-