club – Lavender Studios

PERSPECTIVES: H THRASHER AND MEAD D’AMORE

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Post published:June 11, 2026
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H Thrasher is an artist in Kansas City. They are currently teaching art to the coolest students in the Midwest, building the "KC Art Club" for adults, and facilitating collaboration between local artists to bridge genuine connections. Mead D’Amore is a Midwest artist turning life into a rom-com. Blending heartfelt pop, good vibes, and a little self-deprecating humor, the Kansas City singer-songwriter delivers performances that leave audiences smiling long after the last song.

LAVENDER FILM CLUB: KOKOMO CITY

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Post published:August 21, 2025
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Kokomo City (2023) is a bold and unfiltered documentary directed by D. Smith, offering an intimate look into the lives of four Black transgender sex workers in New York and Georgia. Through candid interviews and re-enactments, the film delves into their experiences, shedding light on the complexities of identity, survival, and resilience. Shot in striking black-and-white, Kokomo City captures the raw energy and unapologetic spirit of its subjects, providing a platform for voices often marginalized in mainstream media. The film has been lauded for its authenticity and impact, winning multiple awards at the Sundance Film Festival and the Berlinale.

LAVENDER FILM CLUB: We Live Here: The Midwest

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Post published:August 21, 2025
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We Live Here: The Midwest (2023), a documentary that profiles five LGBTQ+ families living in Iowa, Ohio, Nebraska, Minnesota, and Kansas. Directed by Melinda Maerker, the film challenges the concept of 'family values' often appropriated by conservative ideologies by showcasing the diverse and inclusive realities of these families. It features couples and parents like Nia and Katie, who were expelled from their church, and Mario and Monte, a gay Black couple raising their daughter, highlighting issues faced in regions typically underrepresented in media.