bentART’s Key Objective

To encourage, promote and support Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (“LGBT”) art.

bentART’s Core Values

The following values and guiding principles inform and underpin bentART activities and communications:

-   Respect
-   Accessibility (Access & Equity)
-   Community Support for the Arts
-   Excellence
-   Creativity
-   Fun.

…and Guiding Principles

-   Broadening artistic expression: encouraging, showcasing and promoting the work of LGBT artists

-   Increasing awareness of the work of LGBT artists amongst the non-LGBT community 

-   Promoting the Blue Mountains as a centre for the visual arts

-   Celebrating the Blue Mountains as a supportive LGBT environment  and community.