Maria Seltsova faced many issues as a sexual artist and decided to make a safe space for artists like herself who work with sexuality, gender, and body topics through art. She gives her artists not just art safety, but a physical one. Exhibitions are held in secret places to avoid aggressive visitors. «It`s OK not to understand all meanings and messages. But mutual respect is very important. We do not welcome visitors and clients who ignore personal boundaries».

CU46 Gallery supports artists who work with non-traditional techniques: they paint and sculpture with body, use sexual experience and personal feelings. «Not all cultural institution are ready to work with them, — tells Maria Seltsova, CEO of the project. — Unfortunately, art society is still very close and patriarchal. World is changing and we see how up-to-date our artists are. Isn't it the core idea of the art?» The artists represented in CU46 Gallery are Martin Kámen, Varvara Esmenova, Terry Gregoraschuk, Nadia Lure etc.

We created CU46 Project to run exhibition program (online and offline) and artistic residence. We are eager to give emerging artists, especially females and non-binary artists, a voice and strength to express themselves. Recently, CU46 Project has opened new format — open call. Maria Seltsova and her team are looking for creative people, whose projects are bold and sometimes provocative. «It doesn`t matter what gender or sexual orientation you are. Don`t be afraid of stigma! Questions about body and sexuality is our everyday life. And you make art about it!»

We have created an online platform with a thematic collection of sexual art for purchase available to sexual art lovers and supporters of the change we are making.
We decided to implement the marketplace as well for easier access to the purchase of not only original artworks, but also limited edition of prints on canvas and posters. Coming soon!

We launched CU46 Project without any financial support of any funds or organizations. But we are growing, and we need some funds to develop our gallery and go offline. This kind of art is quite specific, so it's not on the constant sales, but we don't give up and search for new ways of monetization and cash flow. Anyway, we are always happy when people support us by making donations in our "Support Us" section. And we always welcome any ideas regarding art patrons, funds, and organizations that could help our project financially. If you know any and can connect us, please, let us know!