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Press for “I’ll Be Your Mirror” 2024

I’ll Be Your Mirror—Reflections of the Contemporary Queer will run from Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 30.

Mighty Real/Queer Detroit extends beyond the gallery walls, with a month-long programming lineup to complement the show. Stay tuned for a dynamic convergence of visual arts, cinema, and live performances, making this artistic celebration a multi-dimensional and immersive experience for all.

“Our goal is to highlight the role of art in achieving personal visibility and social connection”
— patrick burton

2022 installation view of “Mighty Real / Queer Detroit” at the Scarab Club, Detroit Art Review

Highlights from 2022 Mighty Real / Queer Detroit Press

Carl Demeulenaere | The Past In Myth and
Maura Latty | Thank You For Being Friends, The Toll Of Isolation On My Social Life

“It was a monumental undertaking that involved so many people. At the end of the day, it’s a beautiful salute to community.”
— Treena Flannery-Erickson
“... the abundance and excellence of the work no doubt ended up being a heart-warming and life-affirming experience for the LGBTQ+ arts community.”
— K.A. Letts

2022 Installation | Photos: Danielle Eve

“This is really one of the most unifying kinds of exhibitions we’ve ever had”
— Dalia Reyes
“All the conflicting feelings and crazy dreams the pandemic brought forth were channeled into somewhat surreal images”
— Matthew Papa
“It’s historical in many respects, It’s 77 years of queer art from 1945 to the present … It’s pretty amazing when you look at it”
— patrick burton

Wayne Koestenbaum | Blue Stranger with Mosaic Background, 2011