Fluid Perspectives, juried by AST board member Arnold Tunstall, showcases an exciting array of works from a variety of LGBTQ+ artists working locally, regionally, and nationally. Exhibiting artists include: Seth Bedford, Brooke Ellen, Robert Fitzgerald, Cassandra Harner, Gary Holliday, Clare Kolat, Matt Lambert, Norman Mallard, MANDEM, Hannah McBroom, Keith March Mistler, Julie Nero, Jeremy Ondo, Charmaine Renee, Rowan Renee, Rigel Richardson, Danny Volk, and Samantha Wandtke.

Join us for the artists reception for Fluid Perspectives, taking place on Thursday, October 18th from 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Best in Show pieces will be awarded at 6:30pm. Directly after, we will have two local LGBTQ poets, Bonné de Blas and Dillon McCrea, give short poetry readings. Light refreshments will be provided.

Each Friday in October from 11am – 4pm, the exhibition will be open and free to the public for viewings. To schedule a private viewing appointment, email Natalie at natalie@akronsoultrain.org.

LGBT Akron Arts Fest is generously supported by the Gay Community Endowment Fund of the Akron Community Foundation, Job Esau Perry, Attorney at Law, and State and Federal Communications, Inc.