Friday, February 20, 2026 · Updated Friday, February 20, 2026
West Hollywood, United States
The Tom of Finland Foundation in West Hollywood recently unveiled "FXLK PLAY," a compelling art exhibition that delves into themes of mythmaking, mischief, and devotion. Curated by Jamison Edgar, the show celebrates the fifteenth anniversary of the international Artists-in-Residence program, reuniting sixty-four alumni to explore the enduring erotic power and cultural dialogue inspired by Tom of Finland's legacy.
The video begins with a woman holding a bouquet of peach-colored roses as she stands in a doorway. The woman wears a green dress with thin straps, revealing tattoos on her arms and back. Through the doorway, a film set with a large light and camera equipment is visible. The woman walks into a hallway, and the camera follows. People, mostly men, are standing and talking. The scene ends with the woman talking to a man with a beard who is wearing a dark green coat and a black beanie.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:54 AM · 17.6k attention
Visitors to the gallery were immersed in a dynamic multimedia display. One striking installation featured black clothes suspended by ropes, creating a sculptural presence within the vibrant pink-walled space. Framed artworks adorned the walls, drawing the gaze of numerous attendees who conversed and photographed the pieces, capturing the essence of a lively contemporary art gathering.
A black and white video shows a dark-skinned person on the phone in bed. The person is wearing earrings and a necklace. They are holding a light-colored landline phone to their ear. The video is displayed on a television mounted on a dark wall. The surrounding environment is dimly lit.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:58 AM · 13.9k attention
The exhibition incorporated innovative displays, including black and white video installations on television screens, showcasing intimate moments like a shirtless person on the phone. These multimedia elements added layers to the artistic narrative, inviting viewers to engage with the diverse interpretations of the foundation's creative exchange history.
A large, dark wall features a collage-style artwork. It consists of black and white images of human figures and body parts overlapping each other. Two individuals stand near the wall, apparently viewing the piece. The person in the foreground has a light complexion and short hair. Above, a person wearing a light-colored suit and a straw hat examines the artwork closely. The room has a light-colored wall on the left and a red and beige patterned floor.
West Hollywood, United States of America · Feb 20, 2026, 3:57 AM · 2.3k attention
A beige stone arrow-shaped ornament affixed to a textured pink wall, containing a sculpted phallic object within a rectangular cutout. The stone is rough and uneven, with visible texture. The phallic sculpture is bulbous at both ends, with a narrower section in the middle. The ornament casts a shadow on the wall. A portion of a black-framed picture hangs to the right of the stone arrow.
West Hollywood, United States of America · Feb 20, 2026, 3:52 AM · 1.5k attention
The opening night drew a crowd, with individuals like a woman in a green dress holding roses, hinting at the celebratory atmosphere. The blend of traditional gallery presentations with modern video art created a rich tapestry of expression, solidifying "FXLK PLAY" as a significant cultural event in the Los Angeles art scene.
A person is viewing a video on a flat screen television. The video shows a topless person with dark hair, light skin, and dark eyebrows, who is looking directly at the camera. The person has tattoos on their arms and upper chest, and there appear to be red marks on their chest. The background appears to be a room with a closed white door. The person viewing the television is silhouetted and appears to be wearing a dark garment. The room is dimly lit.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:51 AM · 0.1k attention
The video shows artworks in an art gallery. The initial shot focuses on a black and white artwork featuring nude or semi-nude figures. The video then shifts to a blurry shot of a person standing in front of a display case. The final shot shows a person looking at a large painting with blue sketches of nude male figures against a white background. The wall behind the painting is pink.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:51 AM · 0.0k attention
The video shows an art gallery or art exhibition. The first shot shows an antique-looking scientific instrument on a pedestal. The camera then moves to show a wall filled with various framed artworks, including photography, paintings, and mixed media pieces. A person wearing a patterned jacket walks into view. Finally, the camera focuses on a crowded hallway with people viewing artwork on the walls. The scene suggests an art opening or a busy day at a gallery.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:52 AM · 0.0k attention
The video shows the inside of an art gallery. There's a hanging sculpture of black clothes suspended by ropes, and an array of framed art pieces displayed on a pink wall. Several people are in the room, some are conversing, while others are taking photos of the artwork. The floor is a matching shade of pink. Overall, the gallery appears to be hosting an art exhibition.
A sideways view shows a building adorned with a colorful, abstract mural. The street sign reads "Curson Av 1300 N," topped with a "no U-turn" sign. Lush greenery lines the building's edge, accentuated by small lights. The street and sidewalk extend into the distance, lined with more green areas. The sky above is a deep blue, suggesting it's dusk or night.
West Hollywood, United States of America · Feb 20, 2026, 3:38 AM
The video begins with a woman holding a bouquet of peach-colored roses as she stands in a doorway. The woman wears a green dress with thin straps, revealing tattoos on her arms and back. Through the doorway, a film set with a large light and camera equipment is visible. The woman walks into a hallway, and the camera follows. People, mostly men, are standing and talking. The scene ends with the woman talking to a man with a beard who is wearing a dark green coat and a black beanie.
The video begins with a shot of a silver folding chair with a patterned seat sitting on a mirror on a red floor. There is a shadow on the grey wall behind the chair. A small gold hand statue is mounted high on the wall. The video then pans to the right, revealing a person in a dark jacket and pants walking through a doorway. The camera continues panning along a blue wall with two framed black-and-white comic panels hanging on it. The video ends.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:49 AM
A black and white video shows a dark-skinned person on the phone in bed. The person is wearing earrings and a necklace. They are holding a light-colored landline phone to their ear. The video is displayed on a television mounted on a dark wall. The surrounding environment is dimly lit.
The video begins with a close-up of a black and white video displayed on a flat screen TV. The video features a shirtless person talking on the phone. There appears to be a poster on the wall behind them showing the same person. The video then cuts to a hallway with light blue walls and a red carpet. A person wearing a black jacket and jeans walks down the hallway. The person appears to be carrying a bag. At the end of the hallway is a white door.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:50 AM
A large, dark wall features a collage-style artwork. It consists of black and white images of human figures and body parts overlapping each other. Two individuals stand near the wall, apparently viewing the piece. The person in the foreground has a light complexion and short hair. Above, a person wearing a light-colored suit and a straw hat examines the artwork closely. The room has a light-colored wall on the left and a red and beige patterned floor.
A video depicts a dark room with a TV mounted on the wall. The screen displays what appears to be abstract imagery with colors changing rapidly. Headphones hang below the TV. The camera then shifts to a view through a doorway, revealing a narrow corridor with light-colored walls, a red rug, and objects hanging on the wall. The video ends with a blurry shot as the camera moves into a darker space. There are no people visible in the video.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:50 AM
A beige stone arrow-shaped ornament affixed to a textured pink wall, containing a sculpted phallic object within a rectangular cutout. The stone is rough and uneven, with visible texture. The phallic sculpture is bulbous at both ends, with a narrower section in the middle. The ornament casts a shadow on the wall. A portion of a black-framed picture hangs to the right of the stone arrow.
The video begins with a view of a person dressed in black, with red hair and white glasses, standing in front of a purple wall. A black leather jacket with colorful abstract art on the back hangs on the wall. The person is holding a cup. The video then cuts to a close-up of a gray wall, followed by a person with curly hair taking a picture of artwork with a phone. The artwork consists of a framed photograph with a smaller image projected onto it. There is another similar piece of art further down the hall. The environment seems to be a hallway or gallery.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:50 AM
The video shows a bustling gallery with various art pieces on display. People are dressed in casual wear and can be seen observing the art and engaging in conversation. The gallery walls are adorned with framed paintings, photographs, and descriptive plaques about the artwork, and the lighting is bright and even.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:51 AM
The video shows a wall covered in art, including framed paintings, photographs, and a sculpture. The wall is painted a light pink color. Some of the artwork contains nudity, while others feature landscapes and abstract designs. The video pans across the wall, showing the different pieces of art. Some people walk past in the background. There appears to be a small crowd.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:52 AM
A poster advertises the "FXLK PLAY" exhibit, which celebrates the history of creative exchange at the Tom of Finland Foundation. The exhibit reunites alumni of the international Artists-in-Residence program in honor of its fifteenth anniversary, exploring the erotic power and cultural dialogue begun by Tom of Finland. The exhibition features sixty-four artists and the architectural fixtures of TOM House. The exhibit explores themes of mythmaking, mischief, and devotion and is curated by Jamison Edgar.
West Hollywood, United States of America · Feb 20, 2026, 3:53 AM
The video shows an interior view of an art gallery with red walls and a red-patterned floor. The walls are adorned with various paintings and framed artwork. The camera pans slowly across the wall, highlighting several pieces including a large, vibrant painting with gold and abstract shapes, a portrait of a man in a black outfit with a pink background adorned with sparkles, and a framed image of a skeletal figure. The overall impression is that of a contemporary art exhibit.
West Hollywood, United States · Feb 20, 2026, 3:54 AM
An art installation features black leather garments suspended on ropes in a gallery. A large framed picture of a man in leather adorns the wall. More gallerygoers are seen looking into the room behind the display. The floor is a reddish-brown color. A length of rope is also on the floor.
West Hollywood, United States of America · Feb 20, 2026, 3:54 AM
Two placards are affixed to a white wall. The placard on the left, titled "House of Gods," elaborates on the concept of TOM House, describing it as a place where rumors, biographies, and fantasies intertwine, reconfiguring perceptions of its founder and his foundation. It lists various elements, from water fountains to photo albums, that contribute to a vision of sexual liberation, transforming the House into an abbey of practicing apostles. The smaller placard on the right provides information on artworks: "Prayers for Durk" by Oat Montien, "Tom's Man" by Rinaldo Hopf, and "Untitled (Leathermen)" by Pawel Zukowski.
West Hollywood, United States of America · Feb 20, 2026, 3:55 AM
A dark, wooden case contains hair samples labeled "Scott," "Michael," and "Anthony," each preserved behind glass. The samples are arranged in a row, with the "Scott" sample being slightly moved forward by a hand. The hair appears light brown or grey. The case features metallic hinges and a handle, and is set against a background of a reddish, patterned floor.
