Life is Worth Living is a collection of the work of trans artist and activist Mars Wright. The collection will feature paintings, fashion, and mixed media pieces that showcase the importance of pushing through depression and suicidal thoughts. Transmen are disproportionately affected by suicide and Mars wants to bring a message of hope to any person who may be struggling.

This exhibition will be on view at One Gallery in West Hollywood from Thursday, October 3-Thursday, October 10, 2024. Gallery hours are Thursday-Sunday, 1-7 p.m.

The opening reception for the exhibition will take place at One Gallery on Thursday, October 3, 2024, from 7-8:30 p.m.

This exhibition is suitable for all ages.

Mars Wright is an artist, streetwear designer, activist, and entrepreneur. His work touches on the beauty of imperfection and the strength of radical honesty. Through sharing his life vulnerably, he hopes to help folks feel less alone.

His “#TransJoy is Resistance” has over 30 million views and he’s shown his designs in runway and gallery shows, a google mini-documentary, and more.

This exhibition is organized by Mars Wright as part of the Circa: Queer Histories Festival 2024, presented by One Institute.

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  One Gallery is an art gallery and cultural programming space operated by One Institute, the oldest active LGBTQ+ organization in the country. Located in the heart of West Hollywood, One Gallery is dedicated to hosting archival and contemporary art installations that showcase LGBTQ+ history. Through partnerships with established and emerging community partners, the gallery also serves as a low-cost, multi-purpose space for community meetings, creative workshops, classes, and other mission-aligned programming.