# Biscuit2-28-25 - Charlotte is Creative > Source: https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/custom-email/biscuit2-28-25/ > Updated: 2025-02-27T13:18:30+00:00 > Type: Email Newsletter In addition to the Art Walk above, Mooresville Arts offers a range of event opportunities throughout the year. Creatives can explore diverse calls for --- ## **CREATIVE OPPORTUNITY IS IN THE AIR!** The sun is out. The temperature is rising (we think). There’s a lovely hint of pollen in the air … trust us, our allergies don’t lie. We’re a few weeks shy of the official start of spring, but we’re already seeing opportunities for artists popping up all over the place. And, we’re excited to share what we’ve found. Enjoy this monthly opportunity-filled *Biscuit*. Share this with a fellow creative, apply today and watch the magic unfold. They are organized in chronological order … for the most part. ## **CHARLOTTE IS CREATIVE OPPORTUNITIES** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1-3.jpg) **APPLY: H.U.G. MICRO-GRANTS FOR MUSICIANS****FROM:** Music Everywhere CLT in partnership with Charlotte Is Creative **DEADLINE:** Through June **Music Everywhere CLT** is now sponsoring a monthly $250 H.U.G. Micro-Grant through June. This special H.U.G. is dedicated to helping indie musicians overcome funding barriers. “We can’t hand out buckets of cash like Mr. Beast but we can help remove small obstacles for local musicians,” said **Rick Thurmond**, director of Music Everywhere CLT. **[MORE INFO](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/hugs-helpful-unfettered-gifts/).** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2-2.jpg) **APPLY: HUG MICRO-GRANT – STUDIO RESIDENCY****FROM:** McColl Center in partnership with Charlotte Is Creative **DEADLINE:** March 25, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Once again, **Charlotte Is Creative**, publishers of *The Biscuit*, are teaming up with **McColl Center** to offer four‑month’s dedicated use of a 90 sq. ft. studio space for one artist. The next session will be April 15 to August 15, 2025. This opportunity, best suited for visual artists, includes full access to McColl Center’s facilities and tools, with preference for those who live and work in Mecklenburg County. [**MORE INFO.**](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/mccollstudios/) ## **MARCH OPPORTUNITIES** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/3-1.jpg) **APPLY: PLACEMAKING CREATIVE POOL****FROM:** Urban Design Center **DEADLINE:** March 7, 2025 at 5 p.m. Local artists, professional creative teams and artist management organizations are invited to apply to join the City’s Prequalified Creative Pool. Selected creatives may be commissioned to produce original works or collaborate with the City on art elements for placemaking projects. [**MORE INFO**](https://www.charlottenc.gov/Growth-and-Development/Planning-and-Development/Planning/Urban-Design/Placemaking-Program/Placemaking-Artists)**.** **APPLY: PLACEMAKING GRANT PROGRAM****FROM:** Urban Design Center **DEADLINE:** March 7, 2025 at 5 p.m. Charlotte’s **Urban Design Center**invites local creatives to submit community-driven project ideas that enhance vibrancy, safety and identity throughout Charlotte, notably in the Corridors of Opportunity. Projects may include activation of underutilized spaces, streetscape improvements, art and beautification efforts and creation of community gathering spaces. [**MORE INFO**](https://www.charlottenc.gov/Growth-and-Development/Planning-and-Development/Planning/Urban-Design/Placemaking-Program/Placemaking-Grant)**.** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/10.jpg) **APPLY: MUSICAL PERFORMER APPLICATION****FROM:** Artsplosure **DEADLINE:** March 7, 2025 at 5 p.m. **Artsplosure** seeks musical artists for The Raleigh Arts Festival 2025. The free outdoor festival, held on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh in front of the Capitol Building from May 17 to 18, 2025, features world-class acts. Selected acts will be notified by March 17, 2025. [**MORE INFO**](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6GTME9Q2gSgFyWOcrXbYminfrnpGeAFA1IEVhryWxhW3-jw/viewform)**.** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/8.jpg) **APPLY: EMERGING ARTIST SHOW****FROM:** Shain Gallery **DEADLINE:** March 8, 2025 **Shain Gallery** invites early- to mid-career artists in the southeast to participate in its emerging artist show. Applicants who have previously participated are welcome to reapply. [**MORE INFO**](https://www.instagram.com/shaingallery/)**.** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/6.jpg) **NOMINATE: 2025 CATO EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AWARDS****FROM:** Arts & Science Council (ASC) **DEADLINE:** March 10, 2025 Do you know an exceptional teacher who deserves attention and reward? ASC invites nominations for six exceptional Pre-K-12 educators who integrate arts, sciences/STEM or history into their curriculum. Eligible teachers must work in Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Union counties (NC) or Lancaster and York counties (SC). [**MORE INFO**](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JC988HF?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYecBlZwYyOvnStZj6QWD66kAd61qYLPqYzdlyv45dmWaApBSdwEW5hAfY_aem_vRU1gd2tThdZ8ia3Wl9qaw)**.** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/4-1.jpg) **APPLY: 2026 CALL FOR ARTISTS****FROM:** Arts Council of York County **DEADLINE:** March 16, 2025 Artists are invited to submit exhibition proposals for the **Dalton Gallery** at the Center for the Arts with a $20 submission fee. All entries must be submitted online. [**MORE INFO**](https://www.yorkcountyarts.org/2026callforartists)**.** ## **APRIL OPPORTUNITIES** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/7.jpg) **APPLY: ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE – WINTER 2026****FROM:** McColl Center **DEADLINE:** April 14, 2025 McColl Center is now accepting applications for its Winter 2026 Artist-in-Residence session (January 6 to April 13, 2026). The residency includes a private condo and studio, curatorial visits, community networking, marketing and PR support plus access to shared labs and studios. [**MORE INFO**](https://mccollcenter.org/programs/residency)**.** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/5.jpg) **APPLY: UNCORKED & ARTSY ART WALK EVENT****FROM: Mooresville Arts****DEADLINE:** Sign-up by April 18, 2025 On Friday, May 2, 2025 (6–9 p.m.), artists and artisans will be set up on Main Street in downtown Mooresville for an art walk event featuring live painting, art demos and sales. The application to participate is open now. [**MORE INFO.**](https://mooresvillearts.org/uncorked-and-artsy) ### **VARIOUS ART EVENTS** In addition to the Art Walk above, Mooresville Arts offers a range of event opportunities throughout the year. Creatives can explore diverse calls for submissions on the organization’s website. More details are available at **[MooresvilleArts.org](https://mooresvillearts.org/calls-for-artists).** ## **ORGANIZATIONS TO FOLLOW** For ongoing opportunities, creatives are encouraged to regularly check updates from these recommended organizations: • **Art in the QC** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/artintheqc/)• **ArtPop Street Gallery** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/artpopstreetgallery/)• **Arts & Science Council (ASCCharlotte)** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/asccharlotte/)• **Arts Council of York County** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/yorkcountyarts/)• **Artsplosure** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/artsplosure/)• **Cabarrus Arts Council** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/cabarrusartscouncil/)• **CRAFT CLT** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/wecraftclt/)• **Gaston Arts** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gastonartsnc/)• **McColl Center** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mccollcenter/)• **Mint Hill Arts** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/minthillarts/)• **Mooresville Arts** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mooresvilleart/)• **Music Everywhere** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/musiceverywhereclt/)• **QC Family Tree** –[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/qcfamilytree/) ## **AND, ONE TO GROW ON …** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design-52.jpg) *PHOTO CREDIT: Delilah Designs* ### **Charlotte Designer Delilah Eby Featured in*****Teen Vogue*** Charlotte designer and Creative Entrepreneurs Initiative alum **Delilah Eby** is making waves right now. Her knitwear brand, **Delilah Designs**, started as a pandemic hobby and has now landed online at Free People. Last week,*Teen Vogue* sat down with Eby to discuss her journey from crafting custom sweaters for friends to building a sustainable, vintage-inspired brand. Designed in New York, her whimsical pieces are gaining national attention. Read more about Eby’s creative path, her commitment to sustainability and what’s next for her brand in *Teen Vogue*. [**READ THE FULL INTERVIEW.**](https://www.teenvogue.com/story/meet-delilah-designs-creator-of-free-peoples-knit-swan-sweater)