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This oil painting captures an elegant ballroom party scene with detailed crowd scenes, set against a light brown background. It features delicate brushstrokes and elegant attire reminiscent of the Victorian era.

Willi Ninja did far more than "strike a pose". Before Madonna was Voguing for the masses on MTV in 1990, the niche dance form was being created by black and latino drag queens during the ballroom era of 1960’s Harlem, New York. It was Willi Ninja, an ambitious young dancer, who pioneered Voguing, an

In LGBTQ+ communities in cities like Amsterdam and Berlin, the Queer Black Diaspora thrives in an underground scene. A, perhaps, counter-intuitive idea for those familiar with the Netherlands’ history with LGBTQ+ rights, as it was the first country to legalize same-sex marriage and thrive economically from nightlife, bathhouses, hotels, and other queer tourism attractions. Named […]

Step into an era of elegance with our "Ballroom Bliss" painting. This exquisite piece captures a grand ballroom scene from the 19th century, where elegantly dressed men and women dance gracefully under sparkling chandeliers. The luxurious decor, detailed gowns, and formal suits create a lively and sophisticated atmosphere, bathed in golden light reflecting off the ornate chandeliers and polished wooden floor. Perfect for adding a touch of classic charm to any space, "Ballroom Bliss" is a…

Voguing, a dance consisting of angular poses in time to music, was catapulted into the mainstream by Madonna in 1990. Photographer Chantal Regnault followed the predominantly African-American and Latin ballroom scene at its height, capturing the energy of balls where men competed against one another, and the 'houses' that took inspiration from fashion labels.

They bring the house down with their striking, fiery swing dance performance.