Cupid lied, so we built something better.
On Saturday, February 14 (11 AM–4 PM), Cupid Lied takes over the YWCA at 72 Concord St in Manchester with queer artists, weird treasures, zines, prints, ceramics, nails, photography, upcycled fashion, and plenty of room to hang out with chosen family.
Special this year!
Mini ceremonies, for love in any form
We’re hosting playful mini ceremonies throughout the day, officiated by ordained drag queen Sybill Disobedience. Bring your partner, spouse, polycule, bestie, or just your own chaotic heart. Could even be a legal wedding, as long as you fill out your city paperwork before hand! Otherwise this is a fun, joyful celebration you get to define.
Pop-up cafe in the lobby
We’re turning the YWCA lobby into a pop-up cafe with coffee from Moka Pot, plus more treats we’re cooking up.
Now, the vendors
Here’s the first announced wave of artists bringing the magic.
Ceramics and Sculpture
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Kat Legier
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: Kat is a queer potter and organizer based in Concord, New Hampshire.
Instagram: @ceramicsbykat
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Vogelhaus Studio
Pronouns: she/they
Bio: Black aro ceramic artist.
Instagram: @vogelhausstudio
Website: https://www.vogelhausstudio.com
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Prints, zines, and illustration
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Amber Sarette of Amber the Crow
Pronouns: she/they
Bio: Hi, I’m Amber. I’m a New England based artist working in traditional and mixed media formats including screen print, block print, and fiber art. My fondness for myth and folklore can be seen in much of my work, along with 90s nostalgia and, of course, crows.
Instagram: @amberthecrow
Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AmbertheCrow
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LandrySesame
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: April Landry is a New England based illustrator who primarily uses ink-based media. Her work focuses on illustration, cartooning, prints, and zines exploring horror, fantasy, surrealism, interconnected relationships, and mental health.
Instagram: @landrysesame
Website: https://landrysesame.com
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Liz Schiavoni
Pronouns: they/them
Bio: Liz is a zine, print, and multimedia visual artist with a flair for nature, queer resistance, and community love. Available for collaborations and commissions at lifesciencewriting@gmail.com.
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Rain Ember River
Pronouns: they/them
Bio: Inspired by the natural beauty of New Hampshire and a burning rage against capitalism.
Instagram: @artfulrain
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silas denver melvin / sweatermuppet
Pronouns: he/him
Instagram: @sweatermuppets
Website: https://sweatermuppet.bigcartel.com
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I Can’t Print Straight
Pronouns: he/him
Bio: Lucas is an artist from central New Hampshire exploring themes of queer joy and identity through art and eccentricity.
Instagram: @icantprintstraigh
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Grindark Studio (Hazel)
Pronouns: he/him
Bio: Hazel Heywood has been cartooning since age 12 and began writing stories for his characters in junior high. He has written four novels, works across many crafts, and enjoys sharing his knowledge and creations. He lives in Laconia, New Hampshire with his spouse and their three cryptids.
Instagram: @grindarkstudio
Website: http://www.grindark-studio.com
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Minervalus Art
Pronouns: they/them
Bio: Ren Saucier is a New Hampshire based artist working across painting, drawing, and digital art. Their work ranges from abstract line art to realism, drawing inspiration from nature, fantasy, and art history.
Instagram: @minervalus_art
Website: https://minervalus-art-newsletter.beehiiv.com/
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MothnThyme
Pronouns: she/they
Bio: Jam is a multimedia furry and fantasy-centric artist inspired by medieval, mythical, and macabre themes, working in both traditional and digital illustration.
Socials: mothnthyme.bsky.social
Website: https://jamnhoney.wixsite.com/mothnthyme
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Emery Quinn (Heckin’ Possum) / Rue Linehan
Pronouns: they/them
Instagram: @heckinpossum, @ebenezerandloo
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Wearables, textiles, and upcycled goods
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Lincolns Underwater (Ashley Wakefield)
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: I’m a maker from New Hampshire who loves exploring various mediums. You’ll often find me knitting, creating hand-embroidered and embellished pins, and making playful, bold photography that blends illustration, hidden dinos, and odd little creatures. I also create block prints, risograph prints, zines, and lots of stickers.
Instagram: @lincolnsunderwater
Website: https://www.etsy.com/people/lincolnsunderwater
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Gemma, Hidden Gems
Pronouns: she/they
Bio: Hi, my name is Gemma. I’m a 22-year-old lesbian artist who loves upcycling clothes and hand-making unique items. I combine my passion for art and psychology to support wellness and advocate for important causes through sustainable fashion.
Instagram: @hiddengems.444
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Haley Searcy Art
Pronouns: they/she
Bio: Haley Searcy is a New Hampshire based multidisciplinary artist and arts facilitator. Her work is whimsically subversive, blending collage, illustration, textiles, and upcycled materials. She also facilitates workshops centered on connection, play, and creative exploration.
Instagram: @haleysearcyart
Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/haleysearcyart
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Bronze Bear Crafts
Pronouns: they/them/theirs
Bio: Finn is a queer crafter based in New England creating quilts, wire-wrapped stones and gems, blankets, bags, and coasters using ethically sourced materials and bold patterns.
Instagram: @bronze.bear.crafts
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bone trash art
Pronouns: he/him
Bio: bone trash art is a linocut printmaker and crafter from southern New Hampshire who creates patches, clothes, and other art.
Instagram: @bonetrashart
Website: https://bonetrashart.carrd.co
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Specialty artists
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Claws by Jamie
Pronouns: she/her
Bio: I make custom press-on nails.
Instagram: @clawsbyjamie
Website: https://www.instagram.com/clawsbyjamie
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Hannah “Pond” Rowell-Jore, Fear No Decay
Pronouns: any
Bio: Pond is an artist from Manchester, New Hampshire. She specializes in gothic and nature art using pen and ink, marker, paperclay, and acrylic paint. They would love to see pictures of your pets if you stop by their table.
Instagram: @FearNoDecay
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Riley Taylor Arts
Pronouns: they/them
Bio: Riley is a figurative artist and educator working in the Upper Valley of New Hampshire. They got their start as a caricature artist at Six Flags at age 15 and have loved working from live models ever since.
Instagram: @r.taylor_arts_
Website:
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Alexander Rybak
Pronouns: he/him
Instagram: @artedagain
Website: https://oopsiartedagain.com
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Cameron Johnson Photography
Pronouns: he/him
Bio: Cameron is a wildlife photographer based in Dover, New Hampshire. He focuses primarily on birds and has traveled the world documenting rare and elusive species.
Instagram: @camcavejohnson
Website: https://cameronjohnson.photo
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Come as you are
Single, partnered, poly, aromantic, heartbroken, thriving, unsure. No romance required.
RSVP to get reminders and updates: go.queerlective.com/cupidlied
Free to attend. If you can, consider making a donation when you RSVP to support Queerlective’s ongoing work.
