Back in 2022, Randall Nielsen and Ashley Johnson were looking for community. As Queer artists in New Hampshire, they each felt a distinct lack of supportive, artistic space in which they could be their full selves. When they were connected at a Pride Festival organizing event, a creative spark was lit, and Queerlective was born.
Queerlective has emerged as a unique organization in the New Hampshire landscape, offering a wide range of workshops, exhibitions, and community events. They seek a more inclusive world for Queer, BIPOC and other marginalized communities through art, offering not only artistic support, but community care and social advocay as well.
Today I’m joined by Executive Director Randall Nielsen, and Director of Marketing Ashley Johnson. In this episode, you’ll learn about Randall and Ashley’s personal journeys to authenticity, and glimpse into the empowering world of creating art in community.
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Episode created and hosted by Erin Allgood
Production and editing by Steph George
Music by Chris Marion
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