Exploring Baltimore's Art Scene: The Gallery About Nothing with Maya Camille

In this episode of the podcast, join host Rob Lee as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Maya Camille, curator of the Gallery About Nothing stops by to talk with Rob about local creativity, inspiration, and culture. As a young poet, Maya connected with the owner of The Incredible Little Art Gallery, where she would go on to learn about the serious side of business and entrepreneurship. 

Now, several projects and galleries later, Maya is helping other artists gain exposure through exhibits, interviews, and social marketing with sights set on opening a new gallery in Houston. Maya’s creativity and energy are deeply rooted in her hometown and she won’t stop until everyone recognizes Baltimore for the pillar of culture that it truly is! Later, Maya answers questions about favorite local artists, clique culture, and consistency with your art form.

In this episode, we explore:

Join us in this enlightening episode with Maya Camille, the curator of the Gallery About Nothing, she shares the story behind the gallery and its mission to support black artists, particularly black women artists. She discusses the importance of personal selling and face-to-face marketing in promoting events and connecting with the community. Maya also talks about her goals for the gallery, including opening another location in Houston and hosting a Baltimore hip-hop week. She emphasizes the need for artists to make money and build wealth and encourages them to be consistent, form a team, and be true to their passion.

The Gallery About Nothing is located at 805 E. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, MD. Remember 'Sell Art, Not Drugs'.

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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.

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