Femina Potens


                                           
"COMMUNITY AND STRENGTH RIGHT BEFORE YOUR EYES" HERBIVORE MAGAZINE

 
 

Thank you to the dozens of artists who have already joined Femina Potens as a part of the 100 Artists in 100 Days!

Here is what one artist/member has to say about us:

"Femina Potens has given me the opportunity to define myself as an artist again after a break of many years.  Their willingness to take chances on the up and coming and the artists who don't fit into nice packages makes Femina Potens an extremely important gallery to have in our community, while exposing the rest of the world to the existence of this art." Catherine Murty, Sculpture/Visual Artist

I am so proud of all of Femina Potens' programs and you, the incredible artists who make our programs shine. For many of you, Femina Potens has been a creative incubator for you to explore and rediscover your artistic selves, and it has helped you to grow as artists. I am asking you to become a Femina Potens member as part of the 100 Artists in 100 Days Campaign and support the very valuable work that Femina Potens does.

Our goal is to get 100 artists in 100 days including writers, artists, filmmakers, educators, and performance artists who have exhibited, performed, or screened at Femina Potens, as well as friends, lovers, and family that support your artistic growth, to join Femina Potens at any membership level—that can be as little as $10 a month.

As a member, you will enjoy many benefits, including member discounts, free access to events, and limited edition prints from our artists. (See our website HERE for information on membership levels and benefits.) We also have a special offer for those who join TODAY! Your name will be entered in a drawing to win 2 VIP tickets to Autumn Art of Restraint or 2 all access passes to the National Queer Arts Festival.

Your membership keeps our programs alive! As a non-profit organization, Femina Potens depends on the support of our Members to continue our work as a thriving LGBT cultural landmark. Please join other  Femina Potens Artists, Lovers and Art Lovers in making the 100 Artists in 100 Days a huge success.

Please visit Femina Potens Donors to sign up today!

Warmest regards,

Madison Young
Executive Director

More words from our artists:

"I think that the arts and visual representation movement in the bay area is one of the core elements in queer activism.  Femina Potens has provided a platform for visual dialogue.  Being a FP member allows me to contribute to the community that I care about. As well as be in touch with like-minded people"

-Shawn Tamaribuchi, Performance Artist

While I was visiting San Francisco from Los Angeles, I decided to do my first open mic ever at Femina Poten's: Sizzle. Art, Feminism and Queer activism has always been my passion.  It's nice to support a queer and feminist venue that has always supported and nurtured my artistic growth."

-Luna Maia, Recent SFAC Grant Award Recipient for literature

"Femina Potens is a constant source of inspiration... I love the ongoing live performance events in which I can share my arts with a strong, vibrant, radical, and progressive community of artists and audience members. I always feel liberated and supported to fully express, and as one who's always felt like an outsider in many ways, this is a precious high point for me. And of course... the hot, progressive, fresh gallery shows never cease to amaze, delight, and spur me on creatively."

-Bast/ Performance Artist/Writer

 

 

 

Satin

all members get into all Femina Potens monthly programmed events for free

all members are recognized on Femina Potens web site

discounts at our bondage art salon Art of Restraint $10 off

twice a year limited edition post cards printed works from FP artists

exclusive members and press only artist preview  and artist talks on our newest exhibited art works

Lace -

The above plus limited edition prints twice a year from FP Artists

10% off art boutique items

exclusive members and press only artist preview  and artist talks on our newest exhibited art works

Leather -

The above plus once a year a small original art work  from  an FP Artists

10% off art boutique items

10% off exhibited art works

exclusive members and press only artist preview  and artist talks on our newest exhibited art works

Golden Rope -

- Mentioned on all promotional materials including posters and show cards

The above plus once a year a small original art work  from  an FP Artists

10% off art boutique items

10% off exhibited art works

exclusive members and press only artist preview  and artist talks on our newest exhibited art works

- Have your name or your favorite woman or trans artist,writer, performer,activist, or hero, permanently plated on our Golden Rope Supporter glass installation proudly facing Castro's Market St.

- Satin - $10 a month - $120 a year

- Lace - $20 a month - $240 a year

- Leather - $40 a month - $480 a year

- Golden Rope - $50 a month - donations of $1000 or more a year

 


 

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Member of The Month!
Q: "How do you see Femina Potens as a positive force in the feminist community of performers and directors in the adult entertainment industry?" "Feminism in adult film emerged during the feminist ”sex wars” over pornography decades ago. At that time, a fledgling subculture called sex-positive feminism challenged the anti-porn, anti-sex feminists who believed that pornography incited violence against women. The pro-porn warriors of those days, Annie Sprinkle, Carol Queen, Nina Hartley, Pat/Patrick Califia, and Gayle Rubin, to name a few, shaped a philosophy of female empowerment that is the creative heart of Femina Potens."
-Rich Moreland  
Member since 2009


Volunteer of The Month!
Q. "How has becoming a FP volunteer cultivated a difference in your life?" A: " Volunteering at FP has connected me to an amazing network of artists, friends, events and organizations that make little baby queers like me feel enriched, valued, and happy to be alive!  Two years ago I never would have had the balls to attend a bondage event or porn screening, but today I'm sitting in the front row!  Not only do I get to participate in all that FP has to offer, but as a volunteer I help to make FP an important place in other people's lives.  I thank FP for anchoring me in the San Francisco queer community."

-Farrell Topham
Marketing Assistant 
Volunteer since 2010

 

Upcoming Events

August 7 , (Saturday) Opening Reception & Artists Talk 7-10pm Celebrate with artists Navja Sol, Molly Crabapple, Jesse Trepper, Mev Luna, Corey Gunter Brown, and Cassidy Wright. (FREE)

August 8 , (Sunday) Femme Cock: Harnessing Your Power" Harness Making & Decorating Workshop with Holly Holbrook 3pm Come get your custom harness fitted and decorated with the help an expert on sexy accessories. ($65) Reserve your spot now.

August 14 (Saturday) "Unravel Me" Art of Restraint Madison Young, Lochai, Fivestar, Danarama of Two Knotty Boys and some of the most skilled rope artists and bondage experts in the country gather to meld art and bondage, to intertwine submission and empowerment, in a dynamic exchange with performers and the luscious decadence that we offer to our audience. Doors open at 7:30 and lock at 8pm ($55 for members - $75 for non-members) Reserve your spot today .

August 15 (Sunday) Erotic Needle Point Workshop 3pm Join the talented Amy Leonard for some sexy sewing! ($10) Reserve your spot now .

August 18 (Wednesday) Talk with Katie "Megaphone" Diamond 7pm Katie Diamond is a graphic artist that will be talking about the illustrative process of creating a book that explores transgenderism, trans-sexuality and sex. Purchase your tickets here .

August 19 (Thursday) Electro-Feminists Nicky Click & Violent Vickie 7pm Come hear two of our favorite Electro-Feminist bands perform live music.  Fun electro pop merged with songs about queer femme identity, feminism, and heartbreak.  ($10)  Purchase your tickets today  .

August 20 (Friday) "Transformation" Double-Feature Movie Night Fundraiser  8pm We're showing Teen Wolf and Buffy The Vampire Slayer. All Proceeds benefit, Gender Check, a nonprofit organization helping to fund transgendered individuals in the legalities of gender transitioning. Doors open at 7:30. ($15-20) Reserve your advance tickets now  .

August 21 (Saturday) Sizzle 8pm Award Winning Literature Series. Featuring select authors from Michelle Tea's "It's So You: 35 Women Write About Personal Expression Through Fashion and Style" Anthology, including Sherilynn Connelly, Cindy Emch, and Samara Halperin  Purchase advance tickets here  .


 

Thank you to our sponsor Edible Love Chocolates !

Volunteer With FP
Assistant to Executive Director