Creative News
Want to stay in-the-know with news about the immense creativity happening throughout Charlotte, and the people behind it all? You’re in the right place. Our team of writers, videographers, photographers, illustrators and podcasters are committed to clogging your arteries with Queen City creative news, rich profiles and a heaping helping of humor. Dig in!
Igniting Positive Change Through Sustainable Design
CLT Creatives, Creative News | May 15, 2020So many of us being stuck in-doors for the last few months seems to have helped Mother Earth heal a bit from the effects of human activity and reckless consumption of resources. Many of us have become more mindful of how we source our food, clothing… read more »
The Queen City stands in for The Big Apple
Creative News, Exploring Charlotte | May 15, 2020“There is so much art in our city, and it’s such a gift to us. So often, we drive right by it. But if you can take the time to slow down and really notice it, you’ll see it’s amazing.” – Brooke Brown Brooke Brown was supposed to be walking around Man… read more »
Creating More Rhythm in the City Through Artwork
Creative News, Videos | May 13, 2020Charlotte artist Georgie Nakima applies vibrant color, thought and community to all of her work, whether it’s collaborative projects on Charlotte’s East Side or new work at the Link Apartments in South Charlotte. In this short video created by Charlo… read more »
“Feeding the Knead” with Barbie’s Bread
Creative News | May 12, 2020EDITOR’S NOTE: This story of #CreativityInCaptivity was originally shared by Charlottean Jessica Webb Losselyong. Jessica is making bread using her grandmother’s secret recipe to raise funds for Feeding America. To date, she has raised more than $100… read more »
LIVE Q&A Session: Learn About the CARES Act
Creative News, How To/Resources | May 7, 2020Confused by the CARES Act? Yeah. So are we. Let’s do something about it. Many of us know the CARES Act might be helpful to small businesses and nonprofits, but how do you get started? What does it all mean? On Monday, May 11 at 7PM, a certified finan… read more »
Signs of COVID-19 by Betty Thomas
Creative News, Photography | May 5, 2020Being contained isn’t good for creatives. They have to get out, see the world and share their interpretation of what they see. In times like these, which are — with no hyperbole — historic, this creative impulse helps all of us process the gravity… read more »
Why is The Manor a Charlotte Staple? This.
Creative News | May 1, 2020This week, the Manor Theatre on Providence Road reminded us what we should all be saying more these days: Thank you. We are grateful for all those who are keeping us safe, healthy and fed during these unprecedented times. And we are grateful for the… read more »
NoDa Gets “Yarn Bombed” with Love
Creative News | May 1, 2020If you can’t get INTO a building to see art, then the art needs to head outside. Thankfully, Charlotte’s burgeoning mural culture has gotten all of us used to that concept over the last few years and looking for something new around every corner and… read more »
The Live Events May be Canceled, but Pride Carries On
Creative News, Photography | May 1, 2020We try to be pretty cheery around here at The Biscuit and Charlotte Is Creative. Difficult things happen, we’re not blind to them. But we choose to look for positive, creative stories around the Queen City … because they are everywhere. Like you, r… read more »
Challenge Accepted! More than 2,500 Students Answer Ascend’s Call
Creative News | May 1, 2020The world has thrown the gauntlet for educators: Find new ways to engage students. Ascend, Charlotte-based education technology startup, has thrown it right back. Ascend creates goal-setting software for middle and high school students. During stay-a… read more »
$10,000 – 13 Jobs – 1,000 Meals
CLT Nonprofits, Creative News | April 28, 2020It’s all about stirring the pot of uncertainty in a positive way … putting more beef in the stew.” Chef Ron Alhert of the Community Culinary School of Charlotte (CCSC) and Tom Sasser of Burke Hospitality Group aren’t known for sitting around. As acti… read more »
Bolts of Inspiration Strike Four Charlotte Creatives
Creative News | April 28, 2020Every month at CreativeMornings/Charlotte, Charlotte is Creative honors innovative Charlotteans who are putting their talents to work for their neighbors with Bolts of Inspiration. The moss art Bolts are sponsored by OrthoCarolina and designed and ma… read more »
Get Into a SHOUTing Match with Us!
Creative News | April 27, 2020How would you like to have a SHOUTing Match with another Charlotte creative? How does it work? Well, here you go … The idea is simple, but left open to your interpretation. You select a fellow creative from a different discipline or media and make… read more »
City of Charlotte Awards Grants to 11 Creative Placemaking Projects
Creative News | May 3, 2020Before the COVID-19 outbreak, the City of Charlotte’s Planning, Design and Development department posted an open call for communities and artists to submit for creative placemaking grants. They recently announced ten placemaking grants and one techni… read more »
Bryan Kalantek’s Got Mad LOVE for His Neighborhood
Creative News | April 21, 2020Charlottean Bryan Kalentek also answered the call for #CreativityInCaptivity, sharing the version of Philadelphia’s famous “Love” sculpture from Robert Indiana, that he cut, painted and installed in his front yard with us on Facebook. He said: “Was l… read more »
Biscuit News Crumbs – April 15, 2020
Creative News, Videos | April 16, 2020On tonight’s episode of The Biscuit News: Crumbs, your favorite virtual anchors Matt Olin and Tim Miner discuss all the hard-hitting stories you want to know more about. Including: The new suggested unit of distance for social distancing… 1 Keanu… W… read more »
Extravaganza Events Thanks Charlotte Healthcare Heroes
Creative News | April 15, 2020No one will argue that the medical professionals on the frontlines are real-life heroes. But, Charlotte-based Extravaganza Events is taking it to the next level, by creating Superhero standees to show their thanks. “We started brainstorming ideas las… read more »
You Look Like You Need a HUG …
Creative News | April 14, 2020You look like you need a HUG … one you can take to the bank. Let’s START something together. We’ll bring the money. You bring the passion. For the next several months, we are altering our HUG (Helpful Unfettered Gift) program to give out $100 micro-g… read more »
@clt_laid_off_locals Puts a Face on Unemployment
Creative News | April 9, 2020EDITOR’S NOTE: This story of #CreativityInCaptivity was originally shared by Charlottean Jen Withrow. We are sharing it here with her permission. How are you staying creative at home? How are you interacting with the world? Tell us here. I lost my jo… read more »
Inspiration Under Our Feet
Creative News, Editorials | April 3, 2020EDITOR’S NOTE: This story of #CreativityInCaptivity was originally shared by Charlottean Tim McCleary, managing director of The Involvement Practice, in his company’s e-newsletter. As the name of his business suggests, Tim’s story inspired us. We are… read more »
