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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 02/09/2026

A little taste of what’s waiting for you in "Codes of Belonging" by Artist-in-Residence Georg Meyer-Wiel. Want a closer look? Join us for the private preview on 17th September at TOM House. RSVP: www.tomoffinland.org/eventscal/co...

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 27/08/2026

By day, Tom worked as a commercial artist. By night, he played piano at cafés and parties across Helsinki. In between, he filled sketchbooks with the confident, masculine figures that would eventually make him known around the world as Tom of Finland.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 26/08/2026

We’re excited to welcome Roko and share where his creative journey leads.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 26/08/2026

Drawing from the Foundation’s archives and his personal history, Roko explores identity, heritage, memory, and artistic experimentation. His residency has taken an unexpected turn from sculpture and illustration into erotic collage, Swedish folk art, and new materials and processes.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 26/08/2026

Welcome Artist-in-Residence Roko Fearon and his new exhibition, "Lost & Found Fantasies," opening 24th September at TOM House. Learn more: buff.ly/lxWnk1B

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 19/08/2026

Welcome Artist-in-Residence Georg Meyer-Wiel and his new exhibition, "Codes of Belonging," featuring paintings and drawings that examine Gay identity, clothing, desire, and belonging. Save the date: 17th September, 6-9p at TOM House. Learn more: buff.ly/FiuYh2H

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 11/08/2026

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 11/08/2026

He returned to a childhood favorite, pastels, creating a richly colored series of nudes in the medium. Tom always insisted his work was about more than sex: “I work very hard to make sure that the men I draw having sex are proud men having happy sex!”

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 11/08/2026

Throughout the 1980s, Tom continued creating despite personal loss, the AIDS epidemic and declining health. After being diagnosed with emphysema, the disease and medication caused Tom’s hands to tremble, making it difficult to execute the finely detailed work for which he had become famous.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 05/08/2026

His drawings showed that there was no shame in exploring what turns you on, embracing your fantasies, or finding connection and camaraderie through intimacy. In Tom’s world, every body, every desire, and every hole had a place. TOM OF FINLAND © Tom of Finland Foundation

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 05/08/2026

Did you know? Tom's favorite character, Kake, was created to show that masculinity isn't defined by sexual roles. Whether giving or receiving pleasure, Kake remained confident, powerful, and unmistakably masculine.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 03/08/2026

TOM OF FINLAND © Tom of Finland Foundation

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 03/08/2026

What began as private drawings shared with a magazine grew into one of the most influential bodies of Queer art in history. Today, Tom of Finland Foundation preserves and celebrates this legacy, ensuring Tom’s work continues to inspire generations to come.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 03/08/2026

In 1957, a laughing lumberjack appeared on the cover of "Physique Pictorial" and introduced the world to Tom of Finland.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 31/07/2026

Tom's influence spread around the world. England's Teddy Boys embraced the style, and it later became part of America's unofficial biker uniform. It also appeared on screen and in photographs, worn by icons like Marlon Brando in "The Wild One" (1954) and Elvis Presley.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 28/07/2026

Proceeds support Tom of Finland Foundation.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 28/07/2026

Life Drawing returns to TOM House for an afternoon celebrating male beauty and the human form. Featuring Charles Ryan McCrory and hosted by Rex Kung, artists of all experience levels are invited to draw from the live figure in Tom of Finland’s historic home. 🎟️: buff.ly/dfHZyZE

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 26/07/2026

While his parents, both schoolteachers, nurtured his love of art, literature, and music, it was these hardworking outdoorsmen who shaped his enduring vision of masculinity. Support Tom of Finland Foundation: www.tomoffinland.org/donate/ TOM OF FINLAND © Tom of Finland Foundation

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 26/07/2026

Tom grew up surrounded by Finland's rugged countryside. The farmers and loggers who worked the forests embodied a quiet strength that stayed with him for life.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 15/07/2026

Get your hands dirty with Rubén Esparza. Cut, paste, and create something worth showing off. GET TICKETS: www.tomoffinland.org/eventscal/co...

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 06/07/2026

His iconic visual language forged a bridge between the underground worlds of Queer desire and the expansive artistic conversations that continue today. Artwork by TOM OF FINLAND © Tom of Finland Foundation

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 06/07/2026

Bringing together works by Tom of Finland and more than seventy artists, "Tom’s Stretch" explores the enduring reach of Tom’s legacy. By channeling private fantasy into virtuosic drawings, Tom created a libidinal realm where freedom and pleasure were the reigning tenets.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 06/07/2026

On view between 10th July and 22nd August.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 06/07/2026

Tom’s world stretches far beyond the page. We invite you to the opening reception of "Tom’s Stretch" at David Kordansky Gallery on Friday 10th July, 6–8p. 📍 David Kordansky Gallery (5130 West Edgewood Place Los Angeles, CA 90019) ➡️: buff.ly/ymL2FrV

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 02/07/2026

Join us for an afternoon of creativity at TOM House. Featuring model David Pereira Oliveira and hosted by Rex Kung, our next Life Drawing Session takes place Sunday 12th July, noon–2:45p, with the option to attend in person at TOM House or virtually via Zoom. Sign up: buff.ly/knqgunC

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 23/06/2026

This Pride Month, we continue celebrating TOM’s work through a season of exciting programs. Explore upcoming events via the link in bio, or sign up for our newsletter to stay in the know.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 23/06/2026

TOM drew men who smiled, who worked, who rode bikes, who loved each other openly as life itself, portraying Queer existence without apology.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 19/06/2026

"My work explores not only the intimacy Tom of Finland created, but also the broader spectrum of kink and eroticism shaped by other Queer artists within the Tom of Finland Foundation’s collections.”

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 19/06/2026

“I’m passionate about uncovering and amplifying the powerful presence of Black men within ‘Tom’s world’, examining its distinctive, far-reaching influence."

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 19/06/2026

Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. Our Foundation would like to take this opportunity to highlight Ryan Davis, one of our Artists-in-Residence.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 17/06/2026

Show your Pride 🌈 Tom of Finland’s work reflects Queer life in powerful and enduring ways, shaping how many of us see ourselves and each other. How has his work impacted your life? Share in the comments.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 15/06/2026

TOM OF FINLAND (Finnish, 1920–1991) "Initiation Into the Brotherhood", 1946, Pen & ink and gouache on paper, 5.75” x 4.25” Tom of Finland Foundation Permanent Collection, Courtesy David Kordansky Gallery © Tom of Finland Foundation

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 15/06/2026

"Queer as Comics" celebrates 80 years of LGBTQIA+ comic-making. Learn more: buff.ly/jN4DCxY

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 15/06/2026

While Tom of Finland’s hypermasculine style is iconic today, his 1940s homoerotic comics went unpublished for years and were shared only in secret. These panels are from one of those clandestine works, marking his early place in Queer comic history.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 13/06/2026

This Pride Month, help keep that legacy alive. Share this post, celebrate Queer visibility, and follow along as we continue honoring TOM’s impact on LGBTQ+ culture and self-expression.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 13/06/2026

What’s often overlooked is the intention behind TOM's work: Every line reflects his proud belief that Queer people deserve to exist openly and without shame.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 13/06/2026

Collage Art-Making Workshops have brought together artists, friends, and community members. Don’t miss this afternoon of creativity and connection, where you’ll create and take home a one of a kind artwork. SIGN UP FOR 14th JUNE: buff.ly/yDEvi0C

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 10/06/2026

Welcome back Artist-In-Residence Konstantinos Menelaou! His latest project, BULLYING (working title), explores belonging, exclusion, and connection within Queer male communities. Want to share your story? Submit to Konstantinos’ documentary film open call. Learn more: buff.ly/WRKYrSx

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 08/06/2026

Gather, create, and continue your Pride celebration at TOM House with a special collage art-making workshop led by Rubén Esparza. Sign up: buff.ly/yDEvi0C

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 06/06/2026

👨‍🎨Artists and creators have a unique opportunity to sketch inside a historic bastion of Queer culture this weekend. On Sunday, 7th June from Noon to 3p, Tom of Finland Foundation will host its latest Life Drawing Session at the iconic TOM House in Echo Park. READ & REGISTER tinyurl.com/pridedraw

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 03/06/2026

We’re looking for volunteers to help staff our booth! We’re seeking enthusiastic community members to connect with visitors, share information about the Foundation, and help represent us throughout the weekend. Sign Up to Volunteer: buff.ly/iwCUoit

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 03/06/2026

🌈 WeHo Pride 🌈 Come find us at the Tom of Finland Foundation booth all weekend for swag, smiles, and a little leather mischief. Event Dates: 6th-7th June 2026 Street Fair Hours: 12–8p Location: Los Angeles (Santa Monica Blvd between Palm and Hancock) Interested in volunteering? Continue reading ⬇️

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 02/06/2026

Pride is freedom to live openly, express desire without shame, build chosen family, and celebrate the cultures and communities that made Queer life visible in the first place. Happy Pride 🌈 All TOM OF FINLAND artwork is copyright of Tom of Finland Foundation

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 02/06/2026

Through the work of Tom of Finland Foundation, that legacy continues to be preserved, protected, and shared with new generations of artists, leathermen, and Queer communities around the world.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 02/06/2026

Tom of Finland didn’t just draw bodies. He drew Queer people as they deserved to be seen: confident, desired, joyful, and human. Leather wasn’t costume in his work, it was identity, freedom, fantasy, brotherhood, and pride made visible.

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 17/05/2026

If Tom of Finland, TOM House, or Queer art has ever made you feel seen, inspired, or connected, please consider making a donation today. Your support helps preserve LGBTQ+ artwork, sustain our historic home, and protect Queer creative expression for generations to come. Donate: buff.ly/DbvUZWb

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Tom of Finland Foundation @tomoffinland.org · 17/05/2026

At a time when LGBTQ+ expression continues to face censorship and erasure, Tom of Finland Foundation remains committed to preserving one of the world’s largest archives of Queer art and keeping TOM House open as a living space for artists, culture, and community. But we cannot do this work alone.

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