HiStory so far:

Quinnely Rose is a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores transformation, fluidity, and the complexities of identity. Rejecting binary definitions, they draw on fashion psychology, circus arts, and wearable technology to navigate the layered experience of existing between gendered, cultural, and social constructs.

Rooted in lived experience, their practice serves as research and reflection, examining the evolving relationship between the body, selfhood, and societal perception. At its core, Quinnely’s work is a process of prototyping- each piece a question, a moment of transition, and an exploration of how identity is expressed and interpreted. For them, visual language transcends the limitations of words, offering a richer, sensory-based means of communication. As they put it, "A word cannot define a person, it can only help them describe themselves… but even then, there are never enough words in the human language to describe a person wholly."

Quinnely’s focus on trans identity actively challenges reductive narratives, embracing the fluid, intersectional nature of human experience. Through the lens of fashion psychology, they investigate how clothing shapes perception, relationships, and safety, using garments as both sculptural forms and communicative devices.

Born in Camden and raised in Kensington and Chelsea, Quinnely’s journey has been a reclamation of name, body, and story. Experiences with adoption, early gender awareness, and cultural hybridity have informed an intensely personal yet universally resonant body of work. Their platform invites dialogue, authenticity, and expansion, creating space for those who defy expectation and live as art.

Ok… but why circus?

“From the moment I entered, a big-top circus tent felt like home. Community is at the core of a circus; otherwise, it doesn’t operate cohesively. Visual communication is universal and can transcend language barriers- tell a story, hone your craft. The circus and fashion industry have much in common; they have historically mesmerised humanity because witnessing the transformation of the human body is the greatest inspiration. You're standing in the most advanced tech you’ll ever see, and I believe improving your relationship with what you wear can help you access your body's potential.”