Artemis and Britomartis

Artemis and Britomartis: By Sofie Birkin

The tale of Britomartis and Artemis—two of the more unambiguously queer characters in Greek mythology—describes how Britomartis leapt into fishing nets in the sea to escape the unwanted attentions of King Minos. She was rescued by Artemis, who turned her into a goddess and hunting companion. Sofie Birkin is a queer British artist living in Denver. She creates a diverse cast of dynamic characters in playful contemporary illustrations that aim to empower.