Wenmiao Xin - I am a lesbian, a feminist, a woman of colour

Amazing new work by photographer Wenmiao Xin

"I am not a lesbian one moment and a person of color the next and a feminist at another. I am all of these at every moment." — Sara Ahmed.

I am a lesbian, a feminist, a woman of colour is a photography exhibition that explores the intricate connection between women through their bodies, emotions and relationships. Grounded in Sara Ahmed’s writing on identity as a constant and multifaceted experience, features large photographic prints alongside clusters of Polaroids and projected video. This layered presentation invites viewers to move through the space, shifting between still and moving images, private moments and shared narratives.

A community program accompanies the exhibition, including an artist talk and a performance. The talk will open space for conversation around queerness, feminism, and race, representation. The performance brings these themes into physical expression, focusing on intimacy, trust and connection.

Wenmiao Xin is a photographer and visual artist based in Naarm (Melbourne), Australia. Drawing from her experiences as a lesbian, feminist, and woman of color, she explores themes of gender, identity, and sexuality through her distinctive visual language. Her work challenges societal norms and celebrates diversity, offering thought-provoking perspectives through the lens of her camera.

Exhibition Opening: Wed 21 Jan 6-8pm