In February, I took part in an LGBTQ+ History Month exhibition at Westland at Republic – a community hub in East London – curated by It’s Voiced. I exhibited two figurative works, Life’s a Drag and Mary, alongside nine other artists working across queer art in London.

The exhibition explored contemporary queer life through  art. Different perspectives and lived experiences came through clearly – a collective view of queer identity, with each artist holding their own space.

What stood out was the strength and intent behind the work. Across styles and formats, there was a shared focus on people – presence, expression and individuality – at the centre of each piece. It felt like a strong reflection of queer art today.

That translated into how people engaged. Visitors took time with the work, asked questions, and connected it back to their own experiences – exactly the kind of response art can open up.

Closing night added another layer. A panel and Q&A created space to talk more directly about process, identity and representation in queer art – not just what’s shown, but why it matters.

Being part of that conversation was important. Not just presenting finished work, but contributing to a wider dialogue around identity, visibility and expression.

I’m proud to have shown work that sits within that space, and to be part of a London queer art scene that continues to evolve – creatively and culturally.