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Clt Str eet Art Col lab ora tiv e's Edgefest:  Uniting Creatives and Community in The Queen City The vibrant streets of Charlotte came alive with a burst of creativity and community spirit as the Charlotte Street Art Collaborative hosted an event at the renowned Charlotte Art League. The event, which took place on July 15th from 3pm-9pm, brought together local artists, vendors, and businesses to celebrate art, community, and inclusivity.  Supporting our Local Artists, Vendors, and Building Community Ranging from an array of activities from Live painting sessions by incredibly talented artists, music performances, scavenger hunts, comics, local brewers, 26 vendors, and more this event was not short of having a plethora of activities for all ages. Between the thousand attendees, our supporting organizations and volunteers, vendors, and creatives we were able to gather and support our community, embrace freedom of expression, and demonstrate the creative spirit that Charlotte em...

  From Canvas To Market : Local Artists’ Perspective on Artwork Branding   Photo by Steve Johnson In a world where artistic expression is both revered and commodified, local artists establish a unique identity that resonates with audiences and distinguishes their creations from the crowd. To delve deeper into this journey, we have had the privilege of interviewing talented local artists who generously shared their experiences, insights, and thoughts about the realm of artwork branding.  These interviews provide a glimpse into the minds of artists as they have navigated between creating and publicizing their work. Through their words, we gain a deeper understanding of their struggles, breakthroughs, and valuable insight for fellow creatives and enthusiasts alike.   We first had the privilege to talk to Cesar Keymolen (IG: artbyenrik ). A passionate local artist taking us through an interstellar experience through his artwork tells us what his branding journey has loo...

  The Art of Compensation Photo by Carissa Rogers Let’s Talk Numbers   When we think of the economy, we often picture big businesses and corporations driving growth and creating jobs. But another group contributes just as much, if not more, to our cities’ economies: artists.   Artists bring incredible value to our cities and society. They inspire creativity, challenge our perspective, and provide entertainment. But many people don’t realize that artists also make a significant economic impact. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2019, NC's Art and Culture Sector contributed 16 billion dollars to North Carolina’s economy alone.     Artists generate economic activity through their work. Whether it’s selling artwork, performing, or providing creative services such as jewelry making or pottery classes, artists create products and services people are willing to pay for. In doing so, they stimulate demand and generate revenue, both...