Juliana Huxtable

Juliana Huxtable is an American multidisciplinary artist, writer, and performer whose work critically explores themes of identity, race, gender, and technology. Born in 1987 in Texas, Huxtable has gained recognition for her innovative practice that spans photography, performance, digital art, and writing. Her work often centers on the intersections of queerness, Black identity, and the impact of technology on self-representation. Through her bold, futuristic aesthetic, she challenges conventional notions of gender and identity while envisioning new possibilities for self-expression.Huxtable's practice frequently draws from her experiences as a Black trans woman, using her own body and image as a central subject in her work. Her photographs, performances, and digital collages present alternate realities where identity can be fluid and liberated from societal norms. Notable works, such as her self-portraits and digital compositions, offer a vision of empowered, hybrid identities that transcend traditional binaries and stereotypes. Huxtable’s practice is deeply intertwined with ideas of futurism, drawing from both Afrofuturism and cyberculture to reimagine possibilities for marginalized identities in a digital age.Her work has been featured in prestigious exhibitions such as the 2015 Whitney Biennial, MoMA PS1, and the New Museum. Huxtable’s multifaceted approach to art—combining visual art, performance, and writing—has made her a prominent figure in contemporary discussions around gender, race, and technology. Through her daring and transformative work, Juliana Huxtable continues to push the boundaries of art and activism, offering new ways of thinking about identity in a rapidly evolving world.