Ben Cuevas weaves their identity, resilience, and activism into art that transcends the personal and the political. As a queer, non-binary, HIV-positive, Latinx artist, Cuevas transforms textiles into vessels of survival and belonging. Through groundbreaking works like Knit PrEP—a knitted sculpture reimagining the HIV-prevention pill as a symbol of care and community—Cuevas dismantles stigma and bridges narratives of otherness. Their art, deeply autobiographical, turns the mundane into the profound, bearing witness to the HIV/AIDS epidemic while empowering future resilience. Through their craft, Cuevas calls us to embrace humanity, challenge ignorance, and honor the ongoing fight for equity and compassion.

The Bureau of Queer Art commemorates World AIDS Day 2024 with an exclusive on Artsy.net.

- Discover 12 visionary queer artists confronting the past and reshaping the future.

- Access a free special edition of our magazine, filled with stories that refuse to stay silent.

- Listen to a bonus podcast episode exploring the art and activism that changed generations.

Celebrate #WorldAIDSDay by diving into the fearless legacy of #QueerArt and the transformative power of #ArtAsActivism. Explore the bold narratives of #GranFury and #VisualAIDS as we honor #AIDSHistory through the voices of #QueerVoices and #LGBTQActivism. This is more than art—it’s #CreativeResistance, a call to action for #ArtForChange , and a celebration of unyielding defiance.