García Román’s talk is presented in conjunction with Queer Icons, a series whose subjects are drawn from many facets of the gender and queer spectrum, giving visibility to a population that is generally under-represented in the art world. Finding inspiration in portraiture styles of Renaissance, Flemish and Christian Orthodox paintings, the series aims to elevate these multi-dimensional, powerful and proud contemporary figures. Much like traditional religious paintings conferred a sense of safety and meditative calm on a home; the works in this series aspire to provide a similar sense of refuge that is drawn from the inner grace of the subjects and projected outwards onto a world that might not always be safe. A group exhibition featuring the work of Herron alumni who identify as queer. The show will be on view in Eskenazi Hall’s Marsh Gallery from September 20 through October 25.