My artwork extends itself from an internal investigation of childhood role models, memories, popular imagery and cultural stereotypes that influenced how I perceived what it means to be a man. By exploring these multiple sites of contention within my own constructions of masculinity I attempt to reconstruct the tension between my desires in men as a queer man of color and the vulnerabilities within my identity developed by these early images of power.

Born and raised in Kansas City, MO – Anthony Marcos Rea conducted studies at The University of Missouri – Kansas City where he studied under Photographer, Bill Gaskins. In 1999, he transferred to The School of the Art Institute of Chicago where he continued a focus in Photography, Performance, Video & Visual Communication. Upon receipt of his BFA, Anthony Rea began working in community-based arts organizations, institutions, and literacy programs within Chicago. Currently Anthony Marcos Rea works and resides in the near-west suburban (mostly Latino) enclave of Cicero, IL.


Anthony Marcos Rea
Summer 2010