# From One Artist to Another: The Paint is wet. Make your… > Source: https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/from-one-artist-to-another-the-paint-is-wet-make-your-stoke/ > Updated: 2025-06-25T11:48:15+00:00 > Type: Post > Categories: CLT Creatives, Editorials, From One Artist to Another | Contributors: Makayla Binter Hey there, creative folks. It’s Makayla Binter speaking, and I know it’s been a while. --- Hey there, creative folks. It’s **Makayla Binte****r** speaking, and I know it’s been a while. Last week was the five-year anniversary of the [Black Lives Matter mural](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/black-lives-matter-mural-artists/) installation Uptown. And, that has me thinking about the impact the creative community has had on Charlotte since. I’ve been enjoying watching Charlotte’s creative community blossom — experiencing what feels like a second renaissance. At **Charlotte Is Creative**, we often say that in Charlotte, *“the paint is still wet here”* — meaning there’s plenty of room to leave your mark. The rules are not set. New Charlotteans and individuals can make a huge impact if they dive in. There’s time and space for you: - To make creative friends - To share your voice - To lend an ear … or a pair of hands - To try - To fail - To put on your uniform … and get it dirty - To get to work ### **TO GET INVOLVED** I believe wholeheartedly that anyone can make an impact. And if you don’t know where to start, I’ve got you. We’ve got you. ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/4-1.png) Charlotte is still a fairly young city. We’re still experiencing growing pains compared to more established cities. But that’s what makes our community so beautiful — there’s still room to shape it. “Jumping in” looks different to everyone- whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or a severely declining social battery. There are options for you, so here are a few ways to get started: - **Attend an Event:** Search for local Charlotte events, both free and ticketed, on [Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/), [Posh](https://posh.vip/) and [Partiful](https://partiful.com/events). You can even filter by event type — these sites aren’t just for parties. - **Attend or speak at City Council, County Commission or Neighborhood Meetings:** Connect with your neighbors, council members and commissioners. For example, The NoDa Neighborhood and Business Association regularly hosts gatherings. See them [HERE](https://www.instagram.com/p/DKX9MBnpNDV/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==). - **Volunteer and Offer Your Time:** Hundreds of nonprofits are based in Charlotte. Offer your time, talent, energy, mentorship or career advice. You can explore options through databases like [SHARE Charlotte](https://sharecharlotte.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22132300773&gbraid=0AAAAADGJ1OaXHBGl8ar66CVQpYpNFUcdb&gclid=Cj0KCQjwuvrBBhDcARIsAKRrkjcYKNuAfEqUQEb1aIQJI4_OLdii1HBc8Q3qUaY-fDwsmW7ySZyq7cYaAsllEALw_wcB). - **Learn:**Take a class, course or join a program to learn a new medium, business practice or connect with fellow creatives. Check out [Sketch Charlotte](https://www.instagram.com/sketch_charlotte/), [Hot Glass Alley](https://www.instagram.com/hotglassalley/), [Clayworks](https://www.clayworksinc.org/classes) or our [Business Resource Page](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/ceiresources/) for more classes and courses. - **Apply for Funding**: The City of Charlotte will open applications for three *Creative Growth Grants* designed to strengthen Charlotte’s creative ecosystem. Read more and prep submissions [HERE](https://charlotteiscreative.submittable.com/submit)**.** ![](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/5-1.png) The above suggestions are to get your search started. But, we don’t want to stop there. Here are four ways to jump in *right now* with Charlotte Is Creative. START WITH US. We’re built for that. - **Show Up:** - - **CreativeMornings/Charlotte** – A free, monthly breakfast lecture celebrating Charlotte’s creative spirit. Stay up to date [HERE](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/creative-mornings-charlotte/)**.** - **Makers & Creators Mixer** – A networking event disguised as a party. Join us June 20, 5-9 p.m. at Camp North End. Register [HERE.](https://partiful.com/e/VKvvC5kWkzKDjqb2USJN) - **Coffee With Creatives/Crushin’ With Creatives** – 15 creatives. One location. Good vibes and great conversation. Follow [@cltiscreative](https://www.instagram.com/cltiscreative?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) on Instagram for your invite for June 26. Get an idea of the event [HERE**.**](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/meet-19-cool-creatives/) - **Charlotte Reciprocity Circles** – Social capital exchange gathering where creatives learn to ask for what they need, and give of what they have. RSVP for the next one on Saturday, July 12 from 10 – 11:30 a.m. [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-charlotte-reciprocity-circles-3-tickets-1410604609359?aff=oddtdtcreator). Get an idea of the event [HERE](https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/crc/). - **Volunteer With Us:** We always need helping hands at events. Jump in [HERE](https://wkf.ms/4iI6TRP). So, what are you waiting for? Join us. Join in.