Opening Reception for Present Tense: A pop-up style gallery show amplifying Queer Artists of Minnesota

This exhibition is not curated in the traditional sense. Instead we are opening our gallery walls for queer artists to share what feels most present and vital right now; through painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, textile work, or wearable art. Whether rooted in protest, joy, grief, intimacy, or self-expression, we welcome bold visual storytelling and authentic perspectives. 

Not every piece needs to be rainbows and resistance, but they certainly can be. We believe Present Tense will offer a powerful snapshot of what it means to live, create, and persist as a queer person in Minnesota in 2025. 

We are opening our walls to the LGBTQIA+ community, literally! Artists are invited to bring their own work in the gallery during art drop off (May 26th 4pm- 8pm and Tuesday May 27th 12pm-4pm ).  We will provide the gallery walls and the Gamut crew will hang the art. This is a first come, first served opportunity. Once the walls are full, we’ll stop accepting additional pieces, so early drop-off is encouraged.

We would be honored if you would share this opportunity with artists in your community.

Exhibition Details:

Location: Gamut Gallery // 717 S 10th Street, Minneapolis, MN
Exhibition Dates: Thursday June 5th – Saturday June 21
Art Drop-Off: May 26th 4pm- 8pm and Tuesday May 27th 12pm-4pm 
Art Pick-Up: Thursday, June 26, 11 AM to 6 PM

Present Tense Events:

Opening Reception: Thursday June 5th  6–9 PM
Gamut’s 13-Year Anniversary Party: Saturday June 14th 3pm – 8pm
– Featuring live mural painting, music, and community gathering.