May 17, 2025
From the organizers:
“No Compromises” is an exchange and collaboration between photographer Chel Delaney and model-muse Maren Murray. These photographs examine the feminine gaze through the lens of the traditional studio portrait – one that questions the assumption that most Texan women not only know how to handle a weapon but that, at any age, reveals her form in all of its sexuality and joie de vivre. Inspired by their enthusiasm for costumes, vestments, and props, Chel and Maren playfully draw inspiration from Dadaesque performances to Surrealism to B-movie stereotypes and the complications and implications arising from the mundane.
About The Beacon at Midtown:
The Beacon at Midtown is a contemporary art gallery dedicated to celebrating all forms of
artistic expression and building a dynamic space where artists and audiences connect.
Located in the heart of San Antonio’s vibrant cultural landscape, the gallery seeks to shine a
light on creativity, collaboration, and community. The Beacon also offers studio rentals for
artists, providing a supportive space where creativity can thrive.
In addition to the exhibition, The Beacon at Midtown is offering studio rentals for local artists seeking a dedicated space to create and collaborate. These studios provide an opportunity for artists to work in a supportive and inspiring environment, surrounded by a growing network of creatives.
The Beacon at Midtown Gallery & Studios is open weekly from 6pm – 9m, Thursday thru
Saturday. Follow the gallery on Instagram @thebeaconatmidtown.
For more information, please contact Ron Felix at [email protected] or
210.313.2563.
1136 West Woodlawn Avenue
San Antonio, 78201 Texas
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