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This exhibit is a collection of works surrounding the concepts of Gender Expression and Androgyny. Due to the nature of these concepts, the lines separating them are incredibly blurred, so they have been combined.  The purpose of this exhibit is to both celebrate and put the spotlight on artists who have explored gender identity in a way that is reflective of their rich life experiences. Regardless of their identities, they deserve the same respect as people who conform to heteronormative standards. Each of these artists is either a woman or a non-binary person, giving this exhibit a unique perspective on topics often forgotten about in mainstream society.

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This first section of the exhibit is focused on relationships and how the exploration of gender expression and androgyny has an impact on the relationships people have with one another, platonic or not.

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Artist: Jess Dugan
Title: Jamie and Ann
Region of Origin: United States
Date Created: 2016
Classification: Photograph
Location: Catherine Edelman Gallery, Chicago
This piece shows two queer women, one who is dealing with the aftermath of a mastectomy (Jamie), and the other who is supporting her (Ann). Breasts are a traditional symbol of womanhood, and the removal of them implies a certain "non-feminity" in society's eyes. However, despite one of her breasts being removed, her partner appears to completely accept her for who she is. Does having one less breast, or no breasts, make a woman less of a woman? Does it matter?

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Artist: Mary Høeg

Title: Mary Høeg & Bolette Berg in the Boat

Region of Origin: Horton, Norway

Date Created: c. 1895-1903

Classification: Photography

Location: Preus Museum, Norway
This piece depicts two women, both sharing cigarettes, on a boat. The woman on the left is dressed in traditionally male clothing, while the woman on the right is not. Smoking and rowing a boat are also traditionally masculine activities. Both of these women have eschewed their gender roles and also appear to be on a date with one another. They are existing in a way that appears to be natural and comfortable to them.

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Boats and boating--Equipment and supplies

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Artist: Natalia Iguiñiz

Title: María Andrea y Charo

Region of Origin: Peru

Date Created: 2001

Classification: Photograph

Location: Museum of Latin American Art
This piece depicts two working women who have taken on male gender roles in order to support their household and family. Both women are wearing pants, and the woman on the right is holding a baby. This work shows just how flexible gender roles are: women are capable of both raising a family and working to support them. The traditionally masculine gender roles they decide to engage in, and present, do not make them lesser women.

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Private: Wear a mask when you talk to me

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Private: Wear a mask when you talk to me

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Artist: Alexandra Bachzetsis

Title: Private: Wear a mask when you talk to me

Region of Origin: London, United Kingdom

Date Created: 2016

Classification: (Photograph) Performance

Location: Two Temple Place, Art Night 2016

This is a performance piece that can be found here. Bachzetsis dances and poses while taking the visage of multiple characters, all of who might be facets of herself. They vary in their gender expression, some being more masculine, and some presenting more feminine. It is a visually interesting presentation, with costume/makeup changes happening within full view of the audience, sometimes becoming a part of the choreography.

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This section of the exhibit focuses on the theme of "Relationships with the Self," exploring how people view themselves and their gender expression (or how they uniquely interpret the concept.)

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Artist: Dandelion Eghiosa
Title: Hold
Region of Origin: Lagos, Nigeria
Date Created: 2018
Classification: Photograph
Location: African Artists' Foundation
This work has a very evident theme of "acceptance," with the person in the image being held by themself. The image is in shades of grey, perhaps alluding to the gray (blended) nature of gender identity. There is also some much-needed representation of queer black individuals in this piece.

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Artist: Sarah Lucas

Title: Self-Portrait With Fried Eggs

Region of Origin: N/A

Date Created: 1999

Classification: Iris Print on Watercolor Paper

Location: British Council Collection
This piece depicts a woman with blue-collar, masculine clothing sitting and in a way that men are known for. Her presentation, at least in the image, is traditionally masculine. It should be noted that Lucas herself presents in this way. Fried eggs can be seen on her breasts, almost as a way to remind the viewer that they are, in fact, looking at a woman (as eggs represent fertility). The woman is also not sensationalized; she is casual and appears to be taking a break from work.

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Artist(s): Rhys Ernst, Zackary Drucker

Title: She Gone Rogue

Region of Origin: Syracuse, New York and Pomona, CA

Date Created: 2012

Classification: Video

Location: Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University
Created from the unique perspective of transgender women, this work is actually a still from a short film produced to explore the theme of gender identity and expression. Darling, the protagonist of the film, is depicted. She is in a very colorful, surrealist landscape, representing the journey she takes to learn about herself.

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Artist: Birgit Jürgenssen

Title: Shoe Chair

Region of Origin: Vienna, Austria

Date Created: 1974

Classification: Sculpture

Location: MAK - Museum of Applied Arts

This work is a sculpture of a chair that seamlessly blends together with a shoe. When taking into consideration the symbolism of the chair and the shoe, this piece can be seen as an exploration of the gender spectrum.

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Artist: Morishima Akiko

Title: Autumn/Winter 2015 Collection Image

Region of Origin: Tokyo, Japan

Date Created: 2015

Classification: (Photograph) Shirt, Bra-Top

Location: Minato-ku, Japan
This piece, focusing on the clothing that the model is wearing, is centered around clothing and what "gender" we give clothing. The model is wearing a traditionally masculine top, with a traditionally feminine bra underneath, not hidden from view. It seems to be evocative of how people can be in between those two extremes.

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Artist: Sarah Holt

Title: Between Pink and Blue

Region of Origin: Berlin, Germany

Date Created: 2020

Classification: Acrylic Painting

Location: N/A

This piece shows two faces, perhaps representing masculinity and femininity, that are blending together to become one. It appears to be an introspective look into the way that Sarah Holt experiences her lesbian identity, and how that can be related to her gender expression.