Be Seen: LGBTQ+ Pride Portraits from North Sydney
Photographers Anna Hay and Sophie Willison have created a portrait series celebrating LGBTQ+ lives in North Sydney, Australia. The exhibition runs from 15 to 30 June 2026 at the In Transit gallery.
Two photographers have created a special project about LGBTQ+ people. Their names are Anna Hay and Sophie Willison. The project is called Be Seen. It is a collection of portrait photographs.
The project explores how LGBTQ+ people live their lives. It looks at memory, identity, and connection to place. These are important themes for many queer people. The photos show the real and personal stories of these individuals.
The portraits focus on LGBTQ+ people from North Sydney. North Sydney is a local council area in New South Wales, Australia. This land belongs to the Cammeraygal people. The project honours both the LGBTQ+ community and the First Nations history of this land.
The exhibition celebrates diversity. It shows many different queer lives and experiences. Each portrait tells a unique story. Together, they form a powerful picture of community.
North Sydney Council commissioned this project. They ordered it as part of Pride Month 2026. This shows the council's support for LGBTQ+ inclusion. It is a positive step for the local community.
The exhibition will be open from 15 to 30 June. It takes place at the In Transit gallery. The gallery is located in North Sydney, NSW. Visitors can see the portraits in person during this time.
Projects like Be Seen are very important. They give visibility to LGBTQ+ people. Many queer people feel unseen in their local communities. A project like this helps change that. It says: your story matters and you belong here.
Photography is a powerful tool for representation. It captures real faces and real lives. It creates a lasting record for the future. This archival project will preserve these stories for many years to come.
If you are in or near North Sydney in June, visit the exhibition. It is a chance to see and celebrate LGBTQ+ lives. It is also a chance to learn about the diversity of your own community.