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CHIMERA 18.06 🦇

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being part of an exhibition has been something i’ve dreamed of for years so finally getting to be part of one and having people come up to see my work still feels very surreal :’) thank you to @monadnyc for the opportunity by @cdp1ayers

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bits + pieces i meant to post but never did 🏃🏽‍♀️ by @cdp1ayers

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i went to planet lesbian and everyone there knew you 🫵🏽 by @cdp1ayers

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in_the_mix.mp3 by @cdp1ayers

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july 🗓️ by @cdp1ayers

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photos i took of @4zanda + @sophieebrodie for @nightswets a while back 🕷️ by @cdp1ayers

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CHIMERA captured on camcorder by the gorgeous @archivedbyb_ !!!

reflecting on our june exhibition with gratitude & plentiful ideas for the future.

thank you once again to all the incredible artists & the people who joined the fantasy all in with your fab fits !

mostly though, thanks to my co-curators @cdp1ayers & @bymiaagrace !!!!! and of course, @lilvampo for all you do 💗‼️ #manchesterart #goth by @cdp1ayers

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Redacted presents: The Aggressives Fundraiser Film Screening For Red Afro Cubana Trans @redafrocubanatrans

Alongside my first solo art exhibition ! An act of solidarity with @redafrocubanatrans
offering life sustaining support to black trans people in Cuba during a difficult time , @redafrocubanatrans + @lgbtfdn (supplying free sexual health resources) are not presenting the event BUT both played a major role in giving me exposure + confidence + platform to hold this event

This video was made by @cdp1ayers , kindhearted individual who made this video for the event , check out their stuff!!

Photography will take place at the event , consent will be requested prior to pictures taken + being shared on the social media.

Photography 2 be taken by @binkbulth , an amazing individual who volunteered their time + energy to capture the event! Check out their stuff

Photographer: @binkbulth
Bink Bulthaweenan
Artist & photographer from Thailand.
Capturing people in their moments and the space around them.

Big shout out to everyone who’s planning to come + has shared the event , solidarity forever + always :)

Cover poster by : @r__acted

LOCATION: THE ONION , Gorton Ln, Manchester M12 5JT

OPENING DAY: SATURDAY 4TH JULY 2026

DOORS OPEN:6pm

SCREENING: 6:45PM

DOORS CLOSE :9:30PM

ARTWORK ON DISPLAY (ACCORDING TO ONION OPEN DAYS) UNTIL: 8 PM, SUNDAY 19th JULY 2026 by @cdp1ayers

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the things you do for art & love ! by a total freak accident of the wind, my freshly painted frames landed in the moss & became sometime i hadn’t imagined !

what could fill these frames ? find out on june 18th @vadavadamcr !!!

#manchester #manchesterartist #gothart #filmphotography by @cdp1ayers

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unsure what to wear to Chimera? here’s your inspo!

Chimera is a gothic / dark fantasy themed art exhibition / local market event where you can meet local creatives, shop sustainably and dance your evening away!

We’re offering a prize for the best dressed diva! so if you think you can outshine our models @mollysworldffforever and @xenialilith then go all out. show us what you’ve got!!!

if you need any last minute components for your outfits you can purchase some of these pieces on my stall on the day!!

styled and shot by me @bymiaagrace
models: @mollysworldffforever @xenialilith taken in Manchester, United Kingdom by @cdp1ayers

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manchester’s dark ethereal dreams are coming true!!

descend into the (wheelchair accessible!!!) basement of @vadavadamcr for a photography exhibition featuring @bymiaagrace @cdp1ayers & @lagooniii!

while @buttt.soul & @renegade_milhouse dictate from the decks, browse our local market stalls featuring @nancyboy.ink @1922northmanchester @gravymag @janetthefishcrochet @absolutelyleathered666
& @bymiaagrace !!!

don your corsets, your velvet, your leather & lace. what does dark fantasy mean to you? show up & show out for best dressed !

CHIMERA | JUNE 18, 6-10! by @cdp1ayers

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saunter down the steps of @vadavadamcr into the catacombs of Mancunium where the bass is bumping with grooves fit for an otherworldly boogie!

@buttt.soul & @renegade_milhouse are churning a cauldron up in the booth to keep you moving at CHIMERA on June 18th!

Remember to serve your DARKEST FANTASY!!! (prizes for best dressed ;-)!! ) by @cdp1ayers

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