PROUD+

The Studio Door is dedicated to intentional efforts in fostering diversity and amplifying unique voices, particularly those that have traditionally been unheard. Through our commitment to showcasing a broad spectrum of artists, we aim to create a dynamic and inclusive space that reflects the richness of our community. From actively seeking out underrepresented talent to curating exhibitions that highlight diverse perspectives, we strive to challenge norms and break down barriers in the art world. Our annual traditions, such as PROUD+ and "ART+ LGBT History Month," underscore our dedication to providing a platform for artists whose voices may have been marginalized in the past. By championing diversity, The Studio Door contributes to the vibrant tapestry of the San Diego art scene, ensuring that every artist, regardless of background, has the opportunity to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

2024

Flip through PROUD+ 2024 exhibition catalog.

Seventh Edition Exhibition

Curated by Michael Swank

Director of Exhibition and Residency at Art Gallery Studios (Cuernavaca, Mexico) and producer of Bureau of Queer Art.

2023

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Sixth Edition Exhibition

Curated by JonathanD. Katz

Associate Professor of Practice, History of Art and Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies at the University of Pennsylvania

Known for: "Hide/Seek: Difference and Desire in American Portraiture" (2010),“Art AIDS America” (2015), “The First Homosexuals: Global Depictions of a New Identity, 1869-1930” (2022/ 2025)

2022

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Fifth Edition Exhibition

Curated by Alyssa Nitchun

Executive Director

Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art

New York City, NY

2021

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Fourth Edition Exhibition

Curated by Alexis Bard Johnson

Curator

ONE Archives at USC Libraries

Los Angeles, CA

2020

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Third Edition Exhibition

Curated by Hunter O’Hanian

Director

Stonewall National Museum and Archives

Fort Launderdale & Wilton Manors,FL

2019

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Second Edition Exhibition

Curated by Rakeem Cunningham

Director

TAG Gallery - Los Angeles

2017

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Inaugural Exhibition

Curated by Alex Fialho

Visual AIDS Program Director /

Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Research

and Curatorial Associate - New York City,NY