"Varda Dorcas", Installation, Margate Pride, 2025
Part of Margate Pride Art Map at Margate School Gallery,
Aug 1st-10th, PV 6pm Aug Fri 1st
‘Varda Dorcas’ (Polari “See the ones who care”)
‘Varda Dorcas’ (Polari “See the ones who care”) is:
*a place for rest during Margate Pride
*a physical tribute to the work it takes LGBTQIA+ people to remain Visible in troubled times
Sumptuous, multi-sensory, access-centred environment of emotional nourishment and gentle celebration, particularly for those of us who are multiply marginalised. Including a water fountain, wall-hung ‘emotional heritage’ shrine, sculptural resting places & bespoke scent.
I hope this work provides a place and resources to revere and celebrate "those who care"- the organisers, access support workers, campaigners, fundraisers, volunteers and community elders who's, often unseen, labour creates the conditions for LGBTQIA+ people to remain visible.

