Tainted Truth takes audiences on a visual journey of spiritual trauma, as 2018 artist-in-residence Ruthintruth uses performance, photography and film to capture the shame, abuse and grief that so often affects how queer people experience religion.
About the Show
Tainted Truth is a photo gallery, experimental film, and curated conversation by 2018 Level Ground artist-in-residence Ruthintruth, which premiered at Nous Tous on October 11, 2018. The show begins with an exploration of the ways spiritual trauma forms, especially in queer communities, and moves to the pain and chaos that trauma creates. “Purity culture” and ideas of the rapture—two staples of evangelical belief—are motifs that ground the work. Tainted Truth seeks to capture the disillusionment of losing one’s trust in spiritual leaders and communities.
Featuring live performances from Chulita Vinyl Club and Sin Color, the show also included a bar, panel discussion, and interactive elements curated by the artist.
The Creative Team
Ruthintruth, creator and 2018 Level Ground artist-in-residence
