Queering by Caitlin Kozman

“I was once asked to track a mood diary and rate myself using a numeric system. I couldn’t fathom how this would capture the nuances of the human condition. I tried to do so and on reflection found that my answers lacked depth. To investigate my own adventure towards acceptance of my identity as a queer feminist I decided to diarise this typology of self-portraits. I found my colour choices more accurate than the numerical system that was requested of me to mark my emotions towards myself and how society perceived me. My internal shifting perceptions of my own queer identity has been captured by my making marks and has resulted in much reflection and laughs.” – Caitlin Kozman

About the Artist:

Caitlin Kozman (she/her) is a contemporary artist whose experiences have established within her a deep understanding of the overwhelming nuances and expansive capacity of the human condition. She values collaborative methods of discovery, discussing conceptual ideas and finding ways to make these ideas in reality. Caitlin is the Artistic Director of Mad Violet Studio and has designed this space to be the scaffolding for diverse creative needs, whether it be a private curious pursuit, an artistic body of work, or a seedling concept needing to be released into the tangible.

View this curated selection of ongoing self-portraits diarised from 2022, now on display at Pride Gallery. Let the vibrant hues and intimate expressions guide you through a journey of identity, emotion, and queer self-reflection. Don't miss this powerful, visual exploration that turns personal diary entries into bold, colour-rich statements.