Cole Puetz

Cole is a passionate and visionary queer artist, using his craft to illuminate the multifaceted tapestry of the LGBTQ+ existence by expressing profound emotions and stories that resonate with viewers. As a self-taught artist, Cole has been honing his skills and creating with oil paints and various media for over 6 years. His artistic journey has been a testament to the beauty of the queer relationships he has lived and experienced, weaving those experiences into vibrant and evocative works of art. Drawing inspiration from the works of great masters, such as Sargent, Cadmus, and Freud, Cole embraces their influences while infusing his unique perspective and lived experiences into every brushstroke. His art is a celebration of queer love, resilience, and self-discovery, becoming a visual tribute to the diversity and complexities within the LGBTQ+ community. Cole's art aims to bridge the tangible and the intangible, inviting viewers to feel and connect with the stories he portrays and reach into personal memories and experiences to connect with the works in a deeper way. His artistic vision is fueled by the belief that art serves as a universal language, capable of evoking emotions that words often fail to convey. Each artwork becomes an intimate conversation with the audience, igniting dialogue and empathy for the universal truths of queer existence. As he continues his artistic journey, he sets his sights on enriching the dialogue surrounding LGBTQ+ experiences through creating work that celebrates queer lives and encourages conversation about what it means to be a queer individual in modern society.