Sedona Arts Center — ‘The Big Gay Art Show’ showing through July 25

The Big Gay Art Show
at Sedona Arts Center—and online!
Showing Through July 25, 2025

Celebrate bold creativity, inclusion, and artistic expression in this vibrant juried exhibition featuring work from LGBTQIA+ artists and allies. Presented in our Special Exhibition Gallery through July 25, the show also lives online, where you can explore and purchase works from anywhere.

Originally conceived by local artists and Sedona Pride supporters in 2012, The Big Gay Art Show has become a cherished tradition—uplifting diverse voices and fostering connection through the power of visual art.

This year’s show features powerful works by artists and allies from across the country. From painting and photography to sculpture and mixed media, the exhibition explores themes of beauty, identity, sexuality, and community.

Participating Artists Include:
Becky Altman, Laura Atria, Kevin Bacher, Brandin Barón, Simone Beach, Jim Berenholtz, Rora Blue, Roberta Brown Shader, Penny Buckley, Juliette Buffington, Steven Cheadle, Stephanie Dishno, Kevin Eaton, Marvella Frey, Leo Gagne, Eric Galbreath, Corinne Geertsen, Sharon Gilham, Lynn Haygood Lee, CJ Henderson, Andres Juarez-Troncoso, Gerald Kaplan, Denize Katzen, Kathryn Kirby, Jason Kiss, Mike Leckie, Amy Light, Harold Lohner, Hank Lumen, Michael McCalla, Tom McIntire, Nicole Melnicky, Kachina Mooney, Jennifer Myhre, Michele Naylor, Ross Ozer, Ali Paintings, Emma Parla-Aziz, Rachel Peach, Jasmine Porter, Nath Raye, Linda Riesterer, Ro Robertson, Jillian Sander, Deborah Splain, Ashley Young, and Xinyi Yu.

“This exhibition honors inclusivity and artistic excellence. Now more than ever, it is important to celebrate diversity and togetherness.”
—Julie Richard, CEO, Sedona Arts Center

Originally launched in 2012 by a group of artists and allies, the Big Gay Art Show has become a joyful Sedona tradition. Now produced by Sedona Arts Center in partnership with Unify Sedona and at the request of Sedona Pride, it remains a dynamic space for expression and community.

Sponsored by the City of Sedona • Supported by Pinnacle Bank

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Our mission is to connect, enrich, educate and lead through the inspiring power of the arts and creative discovery.

Sedona Arts Center is a cornerstone of Northern Arizona’s cultural community and serves as the creative heart of Sedona. Founded in 1958, this nonprofit organization is based in Uptown Sedona and offers year-round classes, exhibitions, festivals, and cultural events that enrich the artistic life of the Verde Valley.

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