Hello to all you fabulous artists! We are in the final weeks of the Call for Art! We wanted to take this moment to sale hello, remind you to hydrate, and introduce you to the 2026 Visual Art Jury! These art loving and creative individuals have graciously volunteered their time, and we are delighted to have them.
Luminous Pariah
Seattle-based Luminous Pariah is an interdisciplinary cabaret artist and graphic designer whose work bridges performance and visual design. Having enthralled audiences in 18 countries, Lumi brings the same bold aesthetic and meticulous eye for detail to both the stage and the screen. A founding member of Mod Carousel, his art celebrates beauty, eroticism, and unapologetic self-expression.
Lesley Carmichael
“I love the transformational thrust of art; in all its forms, it touches the psyche, stirs up curiosity, and expresses shared humanity. I first experienced SEAF in 2006 as both an attendee and a volunteer. I was moved by the beauty, honesty, and dynamic range of the art and the community it brought together. Since that time, I’ve been involved with SEAF in multiple capacities, including volunteering as a docent, purchasing art, and serving as a SEAF committee member. Most significantly, I had the pleasure of serving as the Interactive Performance Art Director for several years. In that role, I brought together diverse and creative performance troupes, and we reveled in surprising and delighting festival guests with a flavorful array of pop-up performances all around the festival floor. I love the breadth of art at SEAF, and we were thrilled to add whimsy and sass through accessible, ephemeral performance art. I’m also proud to be an ongoing SEAF Art Activist, and I treasure all of the exquisite SEAF art displayed around my home.”
Photo of Lesley in front of art by Leo Shallat, used with permission.
Dave Clay
Dave Clay is an artist, musician, and engineer in Seattle, WA. His work has spanned many mediums including digital collage, glitch & net art, and large scale interactive sculpture. His current work is primarily figurative and industrial landscape oil paintings that explore modern human experiences through gestural, textural, and physical marks. His distinctive style relies on recognizable subjects over pure abstraction, engendering emotional interpretations from the viewer’s own experiences.
Dylan Metcalfe
(They/Dilly/She) genderfluid, Filipina, Seattle native.
Dylan has volunteered with SEAF since 2014 and was the Store Lead from 2019-2025. Dylan also volunteered with the CSPC from 2012 until 2017, including being Ambassador Lead for several years. They have taught beginning rope and intermediate rope techniques since 2022, and have also shared their experience as a second generation kinkster as a panelist at universities and symposiums relating to sexuality. A creative at heart, they enjoy a variety of fiber arts, including crochet, knitting, embroidery, and sewing. They also work with linoleum prints, film, photography, and 3D Printing,
Dylan is passionate about teaching, advocating for marginalized voices, and supporting and encouraging artists and creators of all types.
Genea Morrow
Genea Morrow is a self-taught artist and creative entrepreneur based in Seattle. Her interest in art began in 2012, but it wasn’t until 2021 when Genea launched Black Omi Art Co. Though her journey wasn’t always easy, she often opens up about her struggles with imposter syndrome and how she continuously works on her insecurities surrounding her late start to painting
As the founder of Sensual Sessions Paint and Sips, she has redefined the traditional paint and sip experience, infusing it with sensuality, empowerment, and artistic expression. With her desire to share her vision with a broader audience, Genea is working on expanding Sensual Sessions Paint and Sips to more cities. Currently, we hold sessions in Pioneer Square and Lynnwood, Wa.
In addition to her work with Sensual Sessions, Genea continues to create and exhibit her own artwork. She now creates paintings that tell her story, a story heavily influenced by her history with religion and spirituality, which is often overshadowed by her exploration of her sensuality. Her pieces have been featured in galleries and exhibitions across the country, earning recognition for their depth, beauty, and emotional resonance.
Remember, the 2026 Visual Art Jury can only see your art if it is submitted before the deadline! The Visual and Store Call for Art closes on January 15. It’s not too late! These fabulous humans are excited to see your art! If you have any questions, please feel free to go check out our Call for Art page, which is just full of information. If that fails, you can always contact info@seaf.art.