We’re tired of the same ol’ same ol’ resolutions. And, frankly, we are experiencing some writer’s block when it comes to determining our own 2020 resolutions here at The Biscuit. So, we put out the call for ideas to some of our favorite Queen City creatives. And, here’s what we got back.

“Mucha candela en 2020 por qué Charlotte es creativo.”
Share stories of the Latin creative community in Charlotte and grow by lifting others!
Caro Diaz
CLT en Espanol

“Be more ridiculous.”
Rebecca Henderson
Wray Ward/Full Groan Adult 

“My New Year’s creative resolution is to make every event I host, live show I do, interaction with people and vibe I bring OHMAZING. Expanding the culture behind all things #Ohmazing and influencing through positive, inspiring and dope content. Boom! *milly rock*”
Ohavia Phillips
The OH Show

“My creative resolution is to support the CLT artist community more.”
Jordan Dollard
Esther & Elsa Retail/Front Porch Sundays

“I’m resolving to work more collaboratively with the Next Stage team, leveraging their tremendous skills and passion for social good in Charlotte to help shape the community we all want to see. I am so fortunate to have some the best and brightest people in Charlotte willing to partner with me on this social entrepreneurship platform we’ve created. I want 2020 to be the year we (you know it is coming)… get to our own next stage.”
Josh Jacobson
Next Stage

“To spend more time reading and researching how to improve my craft, and to bring more even creativity into my posts.”
@CLTDevelopment

“To continue to educate the public on the Queen City’s rich history, through the restoration and/or preservation of an iconic sign still on display!”
@CLTSignsProject

“A new Second Edition of my history book Sorting Out the New South City: Race, Class and Urban Development in Charlotte (UNC Press) about how Charlotte grew to be a big city — and how it became segregated both racially and economically. Look for a book launch event at Levine Museum of the New South on March 18.”
Tom Hanchett
History South

“I want to start writing some fiction short stories. Whether they are good or bad, it’d be nice to get my thoughts on paper. I also want to learn how to use Photoshop … with step one being actually getting Photoshop haha. I’d also like to get better with using my camera. My iPhone has carried me this far but it’s time to learn the DSLR.”
Porter Metzler
The Biscuit

“In 2020, I plan to re-emerge. Towards the end of 2019, I took a step back from storytelling through People of Charlotte. There’s a story to be told around that, but in the meantime, I’d like to fire up the Q&A again to help facilitate a stronger connection amongst Charlotteans.”
Mai Lis Bahr
People of Charlotte

“My creative resolution for 2020 is to continue expanding the community’s knowledge of the growing art scene in CLT and to begin curating walls make room for more street art and murals!”
@CLTGraffiti

“For 2020, I continue on the resolve I’ve had from several years – create more space in my mind to learn, explore, and experience the world around me.”
Michael Sammut
Four Eyes Web Design

“In 2020, I resolve to be more free-thinking & intuitive and less critical & ‘perfectionist’ about my creative work.”
Sara Schwittek
Shy Siren

“In 2020, I’m looking to create a clear direction for Jon Writes without my head exploding.”
Jonathan McFadden
Lendingtree/Jon Writes

“To be more disciplined with writing and get another film in production.”
Chuck Kleven
Charlotte Star Room

“My New Year’s resolution is to deepen the scope of my never-ending quest for the perfect pizza (aka Pizza Quest) into the idea of ‘quest’ itself. How embracing a meaningful quest, whatever its focus, can and will shape our lives.”
Chef Peter Reinhart
Johnson & Wales University/Pizza Quest

“A lot of new music with Emily Sage and some other not-yet-to-be-named projects!”
Jason Hausman
Hot Sake/Groundcrew Studios

“My (personal) creative New Year’s Resolution is to explore a new Charlotte perspective each week. Whether it’s a story, a podcast, a song… I want to see and hear as much as possible. As for my (professional) creative NYR, I can’t wait to see the launch of WFAE’s new “Inside Politics” podcast (wfae.org/insidepolitics) on January 23.”
Joni Deutsch
WFAE/Amplifier

“To be a part of a top tier (think MoMA, Whitney) exhibition.”
Rosalia Torres-Weiner
Red Calaca Studio

“In 2020, we are going to try one new restaurant every week and venture out of our comfort zone.  Maybe even make it to Ballantyne (haha — we live in NoDa)!  For us, that’s very creative.  Get to explore parts of our beautiful city we might not have otherwise and support establishments that support us (that’s the only requirement).  Excited for 52 new places.”
Suzie Ford
NoDa Brewing

“I resolve to finish the children’s book that I’m creating with Monica Rief .”
Matt Olin
Charlotte Is Creative

“My pal, Antonio Livingston, dared me to draw a sketch every day for 365 days. Aw … crap! I’m already a day behind.”
Tim Miner
Charlotte Is Creative