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Editorials
Our writers are always finding new ways to address timely topics for Charlotte – sometimes lighthearted, sometimes serious, always relevant. Whether it’s an investigative report on oft-overlooked trend of “business gentrification” happening here, or a piece about the complex business of mural-making, or personal musings from our publishers, read on for innovative insights on Charlotte life.
- Editorials
2025 Recap and 2026 Visions
The team at Charlotte Is Creative had an incredibly busy 2025. And, so did you. In our last...
- Creative News
The Magic of “Good Enough”
The Magic of “Good Enough”: Why OneBand Works “Are you crazy?” “That sounds terrifying.” “There’s no way I’d...
- Creative News
EDITORIAL: For Nonprofits, The Need’s Never Been Greater
Nonprofit Business Agility Series Editorial by Melissa Hovey, Executive Director of SHARE Charlotte Nonprofit leaders have weathered extraordinary...
- CLT Creatives
From One Artist to Another: The Paint is wet. Make your Stroke.
Hey there, creative folks. It’s Makayla Binter speaking, and I know it’s been a while. Last week was...
- CLT Creatives
EDITORIAL: “Like No One Is Watching …”
CREDIT: Amy Hart EDITOR’ NOTE: Today’s batch of The Biscuit features an editorial from Audrey Baran, artistic director...
- Editorials
Tips For Your Portfolio – From One Artist To Another
In my time at Davidson College, I learned a lot about how to present myself as an artist;...
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6 Things To Do BEFORE You Apply for a Grant or Open Call
So, you just learned about a new grant you’re dying to apply for… but you’re likely going to...
- Creative News
The Making Of The Black Notes Project
[NOTE: The editorial below was written by Amy Carleton, co-founder of Black Notes Project (BNP), a new music weekend at...
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It’s Dangerous to Go Alone. Read This.
BUILDING CONNECTIONS HUG BY HUG Connection can’t be bought. Connection must be built. Connection is not C.O.D. Connection...
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Three Tricks to Create Brave Space
“This is not good enough.” “What are you doing? “Why do you even try?” “Who do you think...
- Creative News
BUY THE DAMN TICKET, ALREADY!
Charlotte, we’re a city of procrastinators. We may be a “can-do city.” We may be a city in...
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We are creative connectors … and re-connectors
People often ask, “What does Charlotte Is Creative do?” It’s easy to get lost in the answer. It’s...
- Editorials
The Inequality of Inflation
How inflation impacts people living on low incomes [NOTE: This is the first of a four-part series in...
- Editorials
SHOUT! Now. Share Soon. Celebrate Later.
It’s an interesting time to be involved in the arts and culture community in Charlotte. TWO ARTISTIC BOOKENDS...
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EDITORIAL: My Art Journey in Charlotte
In this special guest editorial, Charlotte creative Meredith Connelly shares the story her ups and downs and lessons...
