e-news #140 april 16, 2012

New books arrive at TOM House for launch!

Tom of Finland: Life and Work of a Gay Hero
Arrives in time for the Fair!

Months upon months of dedication has come to fruition. The new Tom Anthology went to press and has arrived at Foundation for its launch at the West Hollywood / Los Angeles Erotic Art Fair Weekend..

Most TOM books, filled with his drawings, let Tom's artwork speak for itself. This one is different.

Fans of Tom's artwork won't be disappointed, though — it's loaded with his art from age 8 and upwards. Many images have been carefully restored, and faithfully reproduced.

But this book tries to answer the question: "Who was Tom of Finland?" From early childhood, through his war years, and beyond. An icon? Yes. Beneath it, the man.

The Foundation Thanks the Artist
Stasiu
For this Contribution

STASIU (American, 1962- ),
Chained Submission, 2012,
Linocut, 2/25, 10.50" x 7.50"

As Tom had established worldwide recognition as the master of homo-erotic art, the Foundation’s original purpose was to preserve his vast catalog of work. Several years later the scope was widened to offer a safe haven for all erotic art in response to rampant discrimination against art that portrayed sexual behavior or generated a sexual response.

Today the Foundation continues in its efforts of educating the public as to the cultural merits of erotic art and in promoting healthier, more tolerant attitudes about sexuality.

Tom of Finland Foundation thanks the artist for this contribution.

You will find Stasiu at the
West Hollywood / Los Angeles Erotic Art Fair Weekend

Walk, Bike or Motro, but Please, PLEASE stay off of the Freeways. It's, it's,
ARTmageddon
In Los Angeles, CA

While they tell us all to stay off the freeways and major roads during Carmageddon II, we have an even better idea — ARTmageddon.

Let’s all celebrate and support the local art happening across Los Angeles on September 29 & 30. (After visiting the Foundation's Fair, of course!)

ARTmageddon Website

Tom of Finland Art Fair in
Odyssey Magazine
September 7 Issue

Odyssey Magazine Cover Artwork by
XAVIER GICQUEL (French, 1965- ),
Pin-up Tom of Finland, 2008

It goes without saying that art, creativity and all things fabulous come with being Queer. For our community, the arts were one of the only outlets we had to freely be ourselves without the judgment of a puritanical society. Our contributions in the arts have shaped greater society more than we are given credit for — Gay men and women gave society style, aesthetics, and glamour. And it was through art that our community was given identity and pride.

Through the works of Tom of Finland, many Gay men throughout the world were shown an alternative to what larger society had appropriated for Gays. At the time that Tom began his life as an artist, society viewed Homosexuality as a disease to be reviled and shunned. As a Gay man, Tom saw through that and defied what society had set forth, creating imagery of happy, healthy men fornicating openly. Through his drawings, Tom gave gay men an ideal to aspire to and they took that and turned it into reality. He also paved the way for other artists to find the courage to share their work with the world. Exhibitions of Tom’s drawings brought other erotic artists together to showcase their work and an erotic art fair was born.

We are fortunate to live in a city raises the bar and celebrates art in all its forms. Los Angeles holds the distinction of being the first city to ever hold an erotic art fair. Let us not take any of that for granted. This year the City of West Hollywood is proud to support Tom of Finland’s 17th Annual Erotic Art Fair on Sept. 28 – 30. We invite all to come and engage in the beauty and discourse that the Fair has to offer. Declare your support and pride and leave your inhibitions behind, for to live a proud and free life is art.

— Exquisite Woo

More info on TOM's Blog.

CALL FOR ARTISTS
12" of Sin: In Vegas Size Matters
Sponsored by Sin City Gallery

The 2nd annual 12” of Sin: In Vegas, Size Matters is a juried show sponsored by Sin City Gallery, Las Vegas. They are seeking sophisticated, intelligent and clever works of art exploring a variety of subjects and themes with elegance and modern innovation. This art competition compresses exhibition boundaries while expanding artistic challenge through works of art that are no larger than 12 inches square.

International artists must be 18 years and older and may submit up to four works of art. Closing deadline is October 1, 2012.

12" of Sin Submissions Website.

TOM House
Botanical Masterpiece

Creator | Landscape Designer | Horticulturalist | Greenskeeper | Artist
CARRINGTON GALEN

Visitors arriving for Friday night's Artists Reception (September 28) will be able to enjoy Pleasure Park, a terraced landscape at the rear of TOM House. There are spots to lounge and enjoy views of Los Angeles. Among the varied flaura is a slightly phallic cactus garden for your amusement.

Can't make it Friday? You can also enjoy the park when you schedule a tour of TOM House.

To arrange a tour of TOM House please call 213.250.1685

See TOM in Berlin

A very high-tech fetish cruising bar presents TOM where he really feels at home!

New Action
Kleiststraße 35, 10787 Berlin, Germany · Map
Website

PHOTO SHOOT AT TOM HOUSE
Starrfucker and Sold Out
With Angelo Marconi

There could not have been a more perfect location for the photo shoot with Angelo Marconi and Sold Out Clothing than the home of the Tom of Finland Foundation. The Tom of Finland inspired clothing line has been very popular amongst porn stars and models, like the asstastic Marconi ever since thir launch in March of 2011.

Starrfucker Magazine Issue Six

Sold Out Clothing Website

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