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!
Wheelin’ Art Dealin’ in Miami
Creative News | December 19, 2019Local artists Rebecca Henderson and Grace Stott made good on their “get moving” mission with their mobile art gallery, Wheeling Art Dealing as they traveled south to Miami Art Week earlier this month. With help from the Women’s Impact Fund and Goodye… read more »
NERD ALERT! “Intelligent Nightlife” Series Coming to Charlotte Stages
Creative News, Exploring Charlotte, Happenings | November 26, 2019Stages managed by Blumenthal Performing Arts rarely go unused, but there are odd times they can be quiet. And, there’s nothing lonelier than an empty stage. No worries, though. The Blumenthal team has a plan. About 18 months ago, Blumenthal Performin… read more »
Creative Challenge – Send Us A Postcard
CLT Creatives, Creative News, Exploring Charlotte | November 15, 2019On Wednesday, our pal Ely Portillo (formerly of The Charlotte Observer and now the UNC Charlotte Urban Institute) tweeted about the research he was doing into vintage Charlotte postcards. Never short for a response, @CLTDevelopment issued a challeng… read more »
Creative Happenings – Let’s Dance and Buy Art
Creative News, Happenings | November 13, 2019It’s that time again… time to fill up those calendars! Here are three essential events that will bring you joy this weekend and beyond. They’ve got art! They’ve got dancing! They’ve got world class speakers! What more could you need? Check them out… read more »
People of Charlotte: Code Ninjas Helps Youth Program their Future
Creative News, How To/Resources | November 11, 2019This is a portion of a story that was originally published by our content partner, People of Charlotte. Click here to read the entire interview. People of Charlotte, please meet Anjali Dighe. She and her husband, Vivek, are the owners of Code Ninjas…. read more »
5 Ridiculous Questions with Diane Restaino
CLT Nonprofits, Creative News, Happenings | November 8, 2019Diane Restaino President/Founder, Joedance Film Festival Cancel whatever plans you have for tonight — we know where the cool kids will be. Tonight (Nov. 8), Joedance Film Festival is showcasing three original films during its second Joedance Premier… read more »
Today is the Day… Go Vote!
Creative News, Editorials, Happenings | November 5, 2019You made it. Today’s the day. If you’ve voted early, kick back and watch the results. If not, stop reading and start voting. Much has been made of the 1/4 cent sales tax increase that’s designated to fund arts, parks and education. It’s generated a l… read more »
Creative News – Helping Nonprofits Make Their Mark
CLT Nonprofits, Creative News | October 23, 2019Make a Mark Announces Its Class of 2019 Make a Mark, a 12-hour design and development marathon pairing volunteer creatives with local humanitarian causes, has selected 15 organizations for its Nov. 9 sprint at Hygge Coworking at Jay Street. Charlotte… read more »
Creative News – SEED20, Surprise Mural & On The Table
CLT Creatives, Creative News, Happenings | October 19, 2019Photo Credit: SEED20 Time is Running Out to Plant Your SEED If you’re planning on applying to be a member of the SEED20 Class of 2020, you better get on it. Applications are due on 10/31 to be part of this training/fundraising program. New and establ… read more »
Creative News – We’re Talking Walls, Signs, Bracelets & 980Fest
CLT Creatives, Creative News, Happenings | October 15, 2019Park Terrace Sign Restored We recently reported that the Park Terrace sign had been removed for restoration. We’re excited to say that it’s back up at the AMC theater in Park Road Shopping Center and restored to its former glory. Small Idea Leads to… read more »
5 Ridiculous Questions with Lindsey Crisp
CLT Creatives, Creative News, Happenings | September 27, 2019At Not Just Coffee Jay Street last Friday night, native Charlottean (That’s right! They exist!) Lindsey Crisp reigned supreme. She won the inaugural night of bouts from Southern Ladies Arm-Wrestling League (S.L.A.W.) Watch the moment of her victory h… read more »
Charlotte Artist Picks Up Her Grandfather’s Paintbrush
CLT Creatives, Creative News, Exploring Charlotte | September 20, 2019Long before the renaissance of the mural movement hit the Queen City, a hand-painted mural of a Coca-Cola bottle has graced the corner of 6th and Graham. It’s been in need of a touch-up. Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated hired Amber Thompson, a… read more »
Talking Walls Releases List of 2019 Muralists
Creative News | September 20, 2019Charlotte is in crisis! We have too many blank walls! Good thing Talking Walls Charlotte is returning to cover our city’s boring walls with vibrant murals. Sixteen different muralists from across the city, country and globe will take over Charlotte f… read more »
12 Creatives Win Celebrate Charlotte Arts Grants
Creative News | September 20, 2019#CharlotteIsCreative … and the Knight Foundation is helping to propel the Queen City Creative community further by funding a wide array of projects that will hit Charlotte next spring. On Sept. 19, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation reveale… read more »
You DON’T Say … Dairy Queen is Closing
Creative News | September 10, 2019The news broke last week that the iconic Dairy Queen on Central Avenue will close its doors at the end of October. The location has been in business since the 1950s and operated by the same family since the 1970s. Owners say they’d like to stay open…. read more »
The CLT 2019 Unity Letter Stands Against Hate
Creative News | September 3, 2019As recently reported in The Charlotte Observer and many other news sources, several local black leaders in Charlotte received letters containing threatening, racist and violent language in mid-August. In response, a group of community leaders drafted… read more »
Happy National Radio Day!
Creative News | August 20, 2019August 20 is National Radio Day, celebrating the incredible history of radio news and the art of telling stories through the air. The staff of The Biscuit is celebrating by wearing our “Public Radio Nerd” shirts today … but what are our hometown pu… read more »
beSOCIAL May Be a “Little Secret” … But It’s Making a Huge Impact
Creative News, How To/Resources | August 14, 2019Tucked behind Social Status in Plaza-Midwood is a bright white room with community tables, people typing away in some corners, laughing and drinking coffee in others. This free and innovative co-working space, known as beSOCIAL, aims to provide a cre… read more »
Charlotte Is Creative … and, so are Biscuits.
Creative News, Videos | July 31, 2019What is Charlotte Is Creative? Why do we do what we do? What does it have to do with baking Biscuits? Matt OIin and Tim Miner, founders of a new nonprofit championing the power of creatives and creativity in Charlotte, NC share their mission. It only… read more »
Introducing Charlotte’s Most Pawerful CFOs — Cute Furry Officers
Creative News | July 18, 2019We asked. You answered. Check out our definitive list of the four most pawerful CFOs — Chief Furry Officers — in the Queen City. When it comes to getting things done and getting belly rubs, this quartet is kicking butt, taking names and earning the… read more »
