What Makes an Artwork Queer?
A queer tour of MoMA
We all know the modern art world is a pretty queer place but have you ever wondered what, exactly, makes an artwork queer? The perfect introduction to queer modern art, this tour gives an overview of 20th century art and follows the arc of the LGBTQ liberation movement and its effect on the art world, from moments of censorship and prejudice, to liberation and celebration.
What Makes an Artwork Queer?
On this tour we do some ‘slow looking’ at some of MoMA’s most famous artworks and explore the often hidden queer meaning behind them.
Why is Frida Kahlo wearing a man's suit? What do two clocks on a wall have anything to do with being queer? And where could queer people find each other in 1970s New York? Virtually tour New York's Museum of Modern Art to find out what exactly makes an artwork queer! Highlights we will see:
Frida Kahlo and her controversial self-portrait from 1940.
A hidden gem in the MoMA’s collection, only recently displayed for the first time.
Catherine Opie’s defiant and empowering photography.
And much more!
FAQs
How do the tours take place?
Talks and tours are hosted on Zoom but if you have a specific video conferencing platform your company uses (such as WebEx) I can adapt to what you want.
How much do the tours cost?
This is negotiable based on group size and budget, please inquire with me via email.
How long are the tours?
Each talk is as an hour long, including time for discussion and Q&A. If you would like a customized tour (longer, shorter, with more time for participation, etc.) I would be very happy to accommodate your needs.
What group size do you cater for?
Tours accommodate up to 100 participants, but within that any group size is catered for.
What kind of participation do you offer?
Modern art is a gift to talk about! At the end of each stop on the tour I like to get a discussion going about the artwork we’ve seen. Utilizing Zoom’s functionality, participants are encouraged to communicate their thoughts, feelings, comments, and questions to really explore the art and ideas we look at together.