Josh McKenna
Josh identifies as a queer British illustrator and artist. He is responsible for one of the most globally shared Instagram icons, the sassy-gentleman-in-red-high-heels-doing-a-back-bend-hand-flick. He describes his work as ‘tongue-in-cheek, bold, diverse and all-inclusive (as it should be in 2022)’. The illustrator has worked with some amazing brands including Apple, Facebook, Instagram, Converse, Sydney Mardi Gras and Soho House to name a few! His website offers a series of fun and cheeky prints. Find out more here.
Flesh Festival
Taking place in woodland on the outskirts of London, Flesh is the UK’s first LGBTQ+ electronic music and camping festival. With a line-up that features a majority of female, trans+, non-binary and queer artists, when it took place in May 2022, the event offered an alternative to the heteronormative and male-dominated music festival sector.
Open to all, Flesh bills itself as a space for LGBTQ+ individuals to unite with friends and allies. Heralding change in the live music industry, the two-day programme included 100% under-represented artists, with 90% of the line-up showcasing women, trans+ and non-binary artists. There were also food stalls, pop-up shops and spaces that combine relaxation, play and educational workshops. Click here to follow them on Instagram.
Feel Good Club
On a mission to make you feel good, wives Aimie and Kiera launched the Feel Good Club in 2016 to help support those with mental health issues, with a focus on self-care. Based in Manchester, UK, the brand includes a series of lifestyle products, from clothing to prints and candles. More recently, Feel Good Club expanded to include a coffee shop and bar in Manchester’s Northern Quarter. The aim of the space is to bring a community together while showcasing local artists and independent shops as well as workshops and panel talks – a space to feel good! Explore more here.
