Dave Kube

Dave Kube (he/him) is a contemporary photo-based artist with a strong focus on pushing the boundaries of photography. His exploration revolves around queer theory, particularly how photography holds the power to present a seemingly straightforward world while sidelining perspectives outside the frame (marginalization). These ideas merge with personal experiences to create conceptual or visual modes of infiltration within photographic imagery. Much of his newest work is adaptive 2D installations that extend from floor to ceiling and/or utilizes full walls to radically transform the gallery spaces into queer sanctuaries.

His artwork has been featured in numerous exhibitions across the United States, including Chicago, New York, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. He was awarded the Best in Show distinction for his work at The William Way LGBTQ Community Center in Philadelphia and has attended several artist residencies including Stove Works, Peter Bullough Foundation, Art Atelier, and Vermont Studio Center. He has also served as a juror and curator for multiple exhibitions including shows that revolve around themes of sexuality and identity.