Creators and Guests
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Rob Lee
The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.
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21c Museum Hotels
Consume global contemporary culture and connect with local communities at 21c Museum Hotels.
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83 Cutlass
83 Cutlass, a self-produced artist from Northeast Baltimore, with a background influenced by his grandfather's percussion, showcases a diverse range of sounds in his debut mixtape and has collaborated with Giddeon Gallows and Micah E. Wood, also performing at notable venues like Metro Gallery in Baltimore.
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Aaron Brown
A Baltimore-based cultural producer, creative consultant, and polymath.
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Aaron Dante
Aaron Dante from the No Pix After Dark Podcast joins Rob Lee to discuss podcasting, criticism, and how to handle the journey when it feels like you’re the only one walking the path. What does it take to create your own podcast and persevere through the tough times? Do you have content or a niche idea? How the hell do you find your voice in a saturated free radio, free-market space? The journey isn’t easy, but the good times never stop when you’re producing something you love. Rob and Aaron Dante discuss the early days of recording shows and tips on working the angles to stay relevant in a constantly changing podcast environment. Aaron Dante’s story is an inspirational reminder that good things only come with hard work, dedication, and passion. Later, Aaron Dante answers and asks some rapid-fire questions, including thoughts on local government, celebrities, and where to find the best crab cakes in Baltimore.
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Aaron Henkin
An accomplished radio producer and creator known for his exceptional work at WYPR.
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Aaron Jones
The master tailor and owner of Bushelers of Baltimore, bringing a modern twist to the age-old art of tailoring.
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Aaron Myers
OFFICIAL: Artist (4 albums) - Author (2 books) Activist (Obama vet) - DC Grammy Chapter Governor: Views on this page are my personal opinion
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Aaron Richter
Aaron Richter is a photographer. Rooted in curiosity and engagement, Aaron’s work looks to remove the inherent space that exists between himself and the people in front of his camera. He aspires to honest connections that reveal simple truths through presence, poise and occasional humor. The bare joy and gentle dignity you see in these moments occur on both sides of the camera. Aaron maintains a thoughtful approach.
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Abisola Yelé Oladeinde
Chief Fashion Officer of Yele LLC | Afrofuturism in Luxury Fashion | As Featured in Essence & Yahoo News | Visa's She's Next 2023 Recipient
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Adam Estes
Artist and cook - Adam is originally from New Orleans, LA, and has lived in MD most of his life. He's a great bartender, and skilled painter and now handles most of the cooking at Wet City.
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Adam Stab
Adam Stab, an esteemed graffiti writer and artist, stands as a pillar of Baltimore's artistic landscape, with a legacy dating back to the mid-1980s.
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Agnes Gummere
Agnes Gummere is an artist whose work ranges from figure painting, portraits, interior design, and illustration. Throughout her lifelong passion for making art, she has channeled influences from art history, centuries-old oil painting techniques, as well as digital mediums. Growing up in Philadelphia, and earning her Bachelors of Science in Interior Design from Drexel University Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, she has always found inspiration from the city’s rich history of art, design and architecture, as well as museums and galleries. Agnes’s creative practice stems from both her genuine enjoyment of painting, as well as a passion for portraying people, capturing their sense of character and emotion in layers of oil paint created over time. Her body of work, including formal portrait commissions, other depictions of the human form, and architectural illustrations, incorporates oil paint, pastel, and graphite, layered to achieve an ambient quality of light, texture, dimension, and realism. Her style is realistic, overlaid with drips, abrasions, and markings, as indications and appreciation of the painting process.
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Aishah Alfadhalah
A cultural broker and co-founder of Mera Kitchen Collective. Originally from Kuwait, she ventured to Baltimore for college and graduate school after arriving in the US at the age of 18.
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Akio Evans
A versatile and innovative artist hailing from Baltimore, who excels in various creative endeavors, such as filmmaking, documenting, and sneaker art.
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Alana Rosa Edwards
Fashion Model / Photojournalist who is passionate about making connections and memories with creative, innovative business owners.
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Albert Phillips Jr.
Author of Y'all Hiring? | Educator | Writer | Youth Advocate | MFA Candidate at @ubaltmain
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Alexander Madaus
OWNER- COMMUNITY OUTREACH/ OPERATIONS of Fells Point Cultivated Creations
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Alexandre Keto
Brazilian artist, who draws inspiration from childhood passions and his spiritual Orisha worship, creating vibrant and soulful masterpieces heavily influenced by Samba and American graffiti.
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Alexandria Johnson
Alexandria Johnson, a dynamic entrepreneur rooted in Austin, has etched her mark as an influencer partnership strategist, community builder, and champion of empowering black girls and women.
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Alex Farkas
co-founder and gallery director of http://t.co/F9d5HM7Rtp. exploring art and entrepreneurship.
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ALEX JENNINGS
Writer/editor, author of THE BALLAD OF PERILOUS GRAVES. (Redhook, 2022.) First-ever Imagination Unbound Fellow at Under the Volcano, 2022. (he/him)
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Alex Rector
A self-taught visual artist originally from Texas and now based in Baltimore.Mmaking her mark in the art world with her distinct abstract, minimalistic, and illustrative styles.
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Alex Schechter
Alex Schechter is a sculptor based in Philadelphia. He holds a bachelor's degree in religious studies from Grinnell College and an MFA in sculpture from Micah in Baltimore. Alex's work primarily focuses on woodworking and material transformations, often incorporating found objects and exploring the intersection of art and religion.
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Alicia Puig
Curator & co-founder of PxP Contemporary, Director of Business Operations for Create! Magazine, and Author
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Alicia Wilson
Alicia Wilson, Esq., who is a dynamic leader in economic development, serving as the Vice President of Economic Development for Johns Hopkins University and the Johns Hopkins Health System in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Alim Smith
Alim Smith, a versatile interdisciplinary artist hailing from Delaware, who takes the art world by storm.
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Alison Lowery
Alison Lowery is a New Orleans-based mixed media painter, who redefines artistry with her distinctive approach.
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Aliza Bran
Aliza Bran, an accomplished professional, who serves as the Media Relations Manager at the iconic International Spy Museum, a nonprofit institution situated in the vibrant heart of Washington, DC.
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allhiphopcom
We Are Hip-Hop Culture and Information. Follow founders @ChuckCreekmur and @GrouchyGreg
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Allie Smith
Talented owner of Bramble Baking Company. A small-batch bakery specializing in scratch-baked pies, pastries, and specialty cakes.
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Alvin Gray
The talented director and producer hailing from Baltimore with a remarkable 15-year journey in the DMV area. Leaving behind CBS radio, Alvin pursued his passion for creative expression and cinematography, paving the way for a successful career as a producer and director.
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Alyssa Bonk
Digital Creator, Founder and Principal at Luck & Hustle PR, Alyssa Bonk. Luck & Hustle PR is a DC-based public relations and social media marketing company proudly serving the beverage and hospitality community
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Alyssa Fenix
a black queer neurodivergent artist, Diversity Trainer/Consultant, and founder of the "If I Knew Then Letters Project,” living in Baltimore with her partner, kids, dog, and plants
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Amanda Morell
an arts advocate and Deputy Director for Maryland Citizens for the Arts
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Amber Robles-Gordon
Amber Robles-Gordon, an esteemed mixed media visual artist based in Washington, DC.
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American Craft Council
ACC is a national nonprofit working to keep craft artists and the community connected, inspired, and thriving.
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American Visionary Art Museum
Behold the tweets & wonders of The American Visionary Art Museum, the official national museum for self-taught and intuitive artistry. Open Wed-Sun, 10am-5pm.
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Amy Cavanaugh
Amy Cavanaugh is the Executive Director of Maryland Art Place (MAP).
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Amy von Lange
Co-owner of Schola, a renowned cooking school in historic Mount Vernon
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Ana Rodney
Ana Rodney, a seasoned Doula with 15 years of experience, who serves as the Executive Director and Founder of MOMCares in Baltimore City.
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Anastasia Johnson
a dance artist, teacher, and choreographer born and raised in Richmond, Virginia
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Andrea Specht
Strategic, creative, and energetic nonprofit CEO who wins moral and financial support for ideas and organizations. Opinions expressed on this account are my own.
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Andre Mazelin
An Andre Mazelin, executive director of Dance Place, is an experienced Arts Administrator and Entrepreneur with over 15 years of demonstrated leadership, working within small and large arts nonprofits.
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Andrew Cosentino
A passionate food and lifestyle blogger with a strong affinity for Baltimore.
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Andy Cook
Andy Cook is the visionary behind Made In Baltimore, who boasts a diverse background in urban planning and photojournalism.
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Andy Hotchkiss
Andy is a principal at NREB, LLC, a commercial real estate brokerage firm in Bethesda, MD.
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Andy J. Pizza
Illustrator of the picture book "A Pizza with Everything On It" and for clients like Youtube, Nickelodeon and LEGO. Creator of the Creative Pep Talk Podcast.
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Angela N. Carroll
Artist-archivist; a purveyor and an investigator of art history and culture.
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Angela Wheeler
Angela Wheeler, her rich family heritage is interwoven with Baltimore City's legacy of Black excellence, spanning law, politics, art, and education.
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Angeline Murphy
Angeline Murphy, a distinctive model based in Austin, Texas, who stands out for her alternative style, adorned with tattoos and piercings that reflect her authentic self-expression.
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Angie Kelley
The Community Engagement Manager of Moveable Feast, a renowned non-profit organization in Baltimore.
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Anita Kassof
Anita Kassof has seven years of dedicated leadership, she is the Executive Director of the Baltimore Museum of Industry.
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Annalisa Dias
Annalisa Dias, a visionary force in the artistic realm, who occupies multiple roles as the Director of Artistic Partnerships and Innovation at Baltimore Center Stage, a distinguished playwright, director, performer, and community organizer.
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Annette Porter
Annette Porter, a visionary force in the filmmaking realm and Director of the Saul Zaentz Innovation Fund at Johns Hopkins University.
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Anthony Chestnut
Veteran tattoo artist with over 15 years of experience, renowned for his exceptional skills and unique artistic style.
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Anthony Gittens
Cultural innovator and administrator. Washington, DC International Film Festival Union Institute & University Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Apasrin Suvanasai
Apasrin Suvanasai, an accomplished Museum Educator at the Office of Historic Alexandria.
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April Danielle Lewis
April Danielle Lewis is a multifaceted artist, visionary, and dedicated community builder.
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Ara Koh
Ara Koh (b. Seoul, South Korea; lives and works in Washington, DC) received her BFA in Ceramics and Glass from Hongik University, Seoul, in 2018, and was an exchange student at California State University, Long Beach, in 2016. Koh graduated with an MFA in Ceramic Art at New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 2020. Her works are installations claiming space across a variety of materials, particularly clay.
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Ariana Parris
riana Parrish is a versatile figure, skilled as an architect, property manager, community activist, and artist.
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Ariel Barbosa
Ariel Barbosa is a community organizer, artist, and capoeira practitioner from Baltimore, with roots in Bahia, Brazil.
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Ariel Cavalcante Foster
the founding facilitator of F.I.E.L.D. (to foster freedom), a platform for radical transformation that centers building anti-oppression practices and holistic decolonization
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Ariel Davis
Dedicated to supporting community centered leaders as they design processes and programs that align with their vision and values, Ariel Elizabeth Davis is a communications and culture administrator based in Mount Rainier, Maryland.
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Ari Pluznik
the lead singer-songwriter and music director of Ari and the Buffalo Kings
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Arli's Appetite
Public Relations Professional | Social Media Manager | Food And Cocktail Blogger https://t.co/Jyv2zLZsbJ
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Artemisia Johnson
a multi-published model, proudly represents the plus size and body positive communities
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Arvay Adams
Baltimore native and the owner of This Sporting Life, a creative force that blends sports history with sewing, embroidering, and screen printing since 2007.
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Ashley Alexander
A talented singer, songwriter, and music curator at Blakwater House.
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Ashley Miah
an Afro-Latina artist from New York City who focuses on acrylic painting
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Ashley Williams
Ashley Williams, an esteemed educator, school leader, and emotional intelligence expert, who brings her extensive decade-long experience in education to the forefront.
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Ayeshah Julia Abuelhiga
Ayeshah Julia Abuelhiga, a visionary entrepreneur, and trailblazer, who serves as the driving force behind Mason Dixie Foods, a prominent Baltimore enterprise renowned for its exceptional clean-label, preservative-free, frozen delicacies including scratch-made biscuits, scones, and sweet rolls.
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Ayiana Viviana
a Philly-based emerging abstract artist whose works explore thoughts, emotion, & humanity through acrylic paintings & drawings.
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Ayodoyin Olorunsola
Ayodoyin Olorunsola is a local to the Baltimore area. A graduate of Salisbury University. A Volunteer at Hot Sauce.
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Baldwin & Co. Books & Coffee
DJ Johnson is the owner of Baldwin & Co. Baldwin & Co. is an independent bookstore located in New Orleans, LA. Inside, books on mystery, business, history, art, travel, children’s literature and more.
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Baltimega
Baltimore-based producer renowned for his distinctive style of lush harmonies layered over raw drums and creative samples, creating an exhilarating sound within the Club Music genre.
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Baltimore Museum of Art
Home to an internationally renowned collection of 19th-century, modern, and contemporary art.
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BaltSchoolArts
Where the arts change kids’ lives. Baltimore School for the Arts provides students with training in visual arts, music, theatre, film, and dance.
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Barry Wright, III
Barry Wright (he/him) is an improviser, teacher, non-profit leader, and technology professional. Since 2020, Barry has served as President of the Board and co-founder of Highwire Improv, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to steward a community of artists committed to growth, collaboration, joy, and justice — in Baltimore and around the world — through improvisational theater. Highwire Improv produces shows, classes, free workshops, community events, and corporate training programs for individuals and teams. Barry regularly teaches, performs, and leads corporate events. As a performer, Barry has trained in improv since 2017, including at Highwire Improv, Baltimore Improv Group, Hoopla Impro, and through countless festivals and online workshops. He performs widely with groups including Improv Jeoparty, Topiary, Important Screws, Whatever This Is, Sandcats, and Dreamweaver. In his ‘work’ life Barry currently serves as Chief of Staff at Noom, whose mission is to help people everywhere lead healthier lives through behavior change. Prior to this, Barry led product management for Spotify's Content Integrity team, building solutions for trust, safety, and copyright management. Barry also led product teams at Videology, a Baltimore-based adtech startup that was acquired by Amobee in 2018. He volunteers with the Maryland Department of Commerce, Johns Hopkins Tech Ventures, StarTUp Towson, was a 2018 Bowe Fellow with the Baltimore World Trade Center Institute, and has been a featured speaker at Duke University, Loyola University, Product School, and the Trust and Safety Collective. Barry holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from Duke University and lives with his wife and three cats in Baltimore, Maryland. He is always happy to chat about improv.
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BeMo “the Pearl” Brown
Producer. Storyteller. Kingmaker. Enjoy [Worthless Rants of Irrelevance]
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Bernard Farley
Bernard Farley is a multi-disciplinary artist and founder of Black Techno Matters. Under the name Outputmessage, he’s put out dozens of albums and EPs starting in 2003 with “Bernard’s Song” (released on Ghostly while he was in college studying number theory and algebraic topology). Other highlights include the electronic pop of “40000km” (2012) which has over 300K plays on Spotify and the protest music video “Wake the Fuck Up!” (2020) which shows his masterful movements as a dancer and performance artist. Born in Queens, NY, Bernard finally settled in Washington, DC in 2006. This led to his role as a producer and vocalist in the indie-dance group Volta Bureau whose song “Alley Cat” topped the Beatport charts and has over a million plays on YouTube. B_X_R_N_X_R_D is his new decolonized musical identity: “Each time I jack into my tr-8s machines, I aim to create visceral drum music that is rooted in our past, liberates us in the present, and opens portals into an alternate future.”
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Beth-Ann Wilson
A talented fine art oil painter, is the owner of Night Owl Gallery, an intimate artist-run exhibition space that showcases her expressive portraiture and natural landscapes inspired by urban life and her travels.
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Bethany C. Morrow
Same handle on IG. Adult/YA Author. Locus and Ignyte finalist. Christ follower. Planet of the Apes stan. I mutes my tweets. https://t.co/Ad7TLGyOMt
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Bettina Perry
Founder of Charmington Holistics, a thriving multidisciplinary venture centered around botanicals and practical magic.
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BlackStar Projects
BlackStar Film Festival - Aug 2-6 🎫 Passes and tickets now on sale: https://t.co/oYgfgPBPwy
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Bmore Heritage Area
Federally designated in 2009, the Baltimore National Heritage Area celebrates and shares the city's history, people and places.
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Boaz Yakin
Known for Remember The Titans, The Harder They Fall. A producer for Lady in The Lake
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B&O Railroad Museum
Jon Goldman is the Chief Curator for The Birthplace of American Railroading
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Brad Rogers
Brad Rogers, the accomplished Executive Director at the helm of the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership, driving impactful neighborhood growth through strategic utilization of casino revenues.
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Brandon Ball
Brandon Ball is a distinguished Designer Leader renowned for his prowess in devising innovative strategies and creative solutions for clients.
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Brandon Soderberg
A Baltimore-based reporter, and co-author of "I Got a Monster: The Rise and Fall of America's Most Corrupt Police Squad," sheds light on crime and policing in the city.
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Brandt Ricca
Brandt Ricca is a D.C.-based entrepreneur. Having a writing background and a family history of owning a newspaper, telling stories has always been at the forefront of Brandt’s mindset. Creating a narrative is a must for Brandt, who always wants to convey a message with events or imagery through his branding agency, Nora Lee by Brandt Ricca. Brandt was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and loves the Southern culture and creative atmosphere of New Orleans, which inspired the setting for the life of Barris Hart.
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Brendon Hudson
Executive chef/owner ofThe Liliahna Hospitality Group and voted Best Chef by Baltimore Magazine Brendon Hudson.
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Brenton Lim
Brenton Lim is a digital-experimental artist & designer based in Baltimore, Maryland. He explores differences between digital and physical human interaction through digital media. He creates using various digital software and analog tools by translating them into immersive visuals. A theme he is constantly exploring is digital rot – the decomposition of digital images and material.
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Brian James O'Connell
The Best Dirty Typewriter In Town. Redneck Seth Rogen. The Shane Battier of Improv. I make up stuff for a living although I am not a professional liar. He/Him.
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Brian Levin
a Baltimore based filmmaker who recently returned from a decade in Los Angeles
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Brian McLaughlin
Brian McLaughlin, an esteemed figure as the President of Enterprise Community Development, Inc (ECD) and the President of Enterprise Community Partners’ Community Development Division.
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Brian Suryah
Brian Suryah, a Baltimore-native interdisciplinary artist and practitioner, who defies conventional artistic boundaries by weaving together their diverse life experiences into a vibrant tapestry of expression.
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Bria Sterling Wilson
Bria Sterling Wilson. A Baltimore-based photographer and accomplished collage artist, Renowned for her captivating artistic voice, Bria's compelling work beautifully unravels the intricate tapestry of the African American community.
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Britt Olsen-Ecker
girl singer, photographer, bitch (not necessarily in that order)
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Bruce Willen
Multidisciplinary designer, artist, and the founder of Public Mechanics, Bruce Willen. Public Mechanics is a design and art studio working in public and cultural spaces. Prior to Public Mechanics, Bruce co-founded acclaimed design agency Post Typography where he led high-profile projects that have shaped the visual language of Baltimore and beyond. His work has appeared on the covers of Time Magazine, The New York Times, and ESPN and in dozens of design books and periodicals, including a Post Typography monograph. He is the co-author of the book Lettering & Type and has written for the Washington Post, Design Observer, and other publications.
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Bryan Burkert
A prominent entrepreneur and the visionary owner behind some of Baltimore's beloved small businesses, including the iconic Soundgarden record store.
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Bryan Robinson
an educator and multifaceted media artist born, raised and superhero'd in Baltimore Maryland
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Camila Leão
Camila Leão, a talented Brazilian artist renowned for her exceptional skills in illustration and graphic design, who has captivated audiences with her vibrant and textured creations.
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Camille Kashaka
Executive Director of Motor House in Baltimore, a thriving nonprofit arts hub, gallery, and performance space.
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Cary Michael Robinson
Cary Michael Robinson, the visionary CEO and Creative Director of ArtBaeLeads a creative lifestyle brand tailored for individuals yearning to embrace their inherent divine-inspired creativity.
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Chad Eric Smith
🏆 Award-Winning Actor | Writer | Director | Producer Founder & Owner of MisterDuke Productions
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Chad Gauss
the executive chef and restaurateur of The Food Market, La Food Marketa, Quality Snowballs, The Hall CP and Hoopla Catering. Image: Justin Tsucalas
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Chanan Delivuk
Chanan Delivuk - an accomplished intermedia artist and UI/UX designer with a strong commitment to inclusive design.
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Charley Peters
a London based artist who's work is described as Abstraction remixed with screen, pop & urban visual culture
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Charlie Visconage
A self-taught artist based in Washington, DC, who discovered his passion for painting in 2014, breaking free from past negative beliefs.
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CharmCityFringe
Baltimore's Fringe Theatre festival, focusing on cultivation of the arts, & youth education.
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Chef Ashish Alfred
executive chef and restaurateur of award-winning restaurants in the Baltimore and DC-metro area under the Alfred Restaurant Group
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Chef Chris Amendola
Chef Chris Amendola is the Chef/Owner of foraged. a hyper-seasonal eatery located in the Station North neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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Chef Isaac Toups
Follow me @toupsmeatery and @teamtoups on twitter and instagram. Chef/owner of Toups' Meatery in Nola. Dad and husband to Amanda.
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Chef Neill Howell
Chef Neill Howell is the Owner and executive chef of The Corner Pantry, a Relaxed, contemporary restaurant serving locally sourced, modern British cuisine
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Chef Scott Bacon
Chef Scott Bacon, a distinguished contemporary and classically trained Maryland chef, who seamlessly blends cultural diversity, tradition, and refinement to craft character-rich dishes.
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Chef Sedrick Crawley
Chef Sedrick Crawley, a culinary virtuoso and the esteemed Culinary Director at Pizza University & Culinary Arts Center, who boasts an impressive legacy encompassing over 25 illustrious years in the culinary domain.
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Chef Zoe Baez
In the realm of culinary arts, I hold a steadfast belief: connections reign supreme. It is through the shared experience of dining that we forge some of life's most meaningful bonds. With over 15 years of honing my craft across esteemed establishments in Madrid, the United States, and Puerto Rico, including a tenure as Executive Chef at the renowned Arecibo Observatory, I have cultivated a profound appreciation for the power of gastronomy in fostering connections. My journey began with formal training at a prestigious culinary institution in Puerto Rico, and has since evolved into a multifaceted career as a Personal Chef, bilingual ServSafe-certified instructor, culinary branding instructor, catering manager, culinary consultant and mentor. I pride myself on seamlessly blending my culinary expertise with a keen aptitude for hospitality, ensuring every interaction at the table is not just a meal, but a memorable experience. Beyond the kitchen, I've augmented my skill set with courses in Business, Branding, Social Media, and Email Marketing, underscoring my commitment to staying at the vanguard of industry trends. In my leisure, I find solace and inspiration in the company of my family, while also seeking out collaborative endeavors within the dynamic Food & Beverage landscape.
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Chelsea Gregoire
Chelsea Gregoire is a consultant with skills ranging from food and beverage industry to social media marketing, working under their own company, Drinkable Genius. They have worked with restaurants, production companies, international brand ambassadors, and national organizations. Always displaying the utmost professionalism, Chelsea consistently strives to create experience and community through their work. Chelsea also uses her background in theology, church planting, and community building to craft unique experiences, care for those in her community, and generate equal opportunity for women, LGBTQ, and people of color. In 2022, Chelsea will open their first cocktail bar concept as owner, Church, as a full circle moment for their background and their understanding of how we rise to meet what the hospitality industry needs in this moment.
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Chenoa Baker
Chenoa Baker is an arts writer and emerging curator specializing in Black Modern and Contemporary art.
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Chip Py
a Photographer, Documentarian of DC Culture, Author "DC Go-Go: Ten Years Backstage"
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Chris Bathgate
Baltimore-based self-taught machinist and sculptor, he showcases his innovative approach to precision machining as an art form.
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Chris Clark
a self-taught visual artist, illustrator, and muralist living and working in Jacksonville, FL
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Chris Franzoni
Chris Franzoni, the visionary founder behind EatmoreBaltimore, a dynamic food blog and influential online platform that has become a culinary beacon illuminating the vibrant dining landscape of Baltimore and its surroundings.
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Chris Haley
I write, act, direct and sing. I do so many little things. And I love history. That’s the ‘Roots’ of me 😏
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Christen Cromwell
Director of Play Development at the Two Strikes Theater Collective.
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Christina Delgado
Christina Delgado, a Baltimore-based photographer, designer, and curator, delves into the intricacies of self and identity through her work. As a Nuyorican transplant from New York City to Baltimore, her lens captures the fusion of cultures and the evolution of personal narrative. Delgado’s portfolio reflects a profound reverence for family and homeland, showcasing how these elements can be both sources of pain and avenues to healing and self-affirmation. At the heart of her creative journey lies Tola’s Room, a sanctuary for Puerto Rican heritage nestled in Northeast Baltimore. Named after her daughter, Omotola, this immersive museum and cultural space stands as a beacon of representation in the city. Delgado’s commitment to arts equity extends beyond her own endeavors; she serves as an advisor, mentor, and teaching artist, fostering creativity and inclusivity in the community. With a seat at the table of numerous advisory groups and boards, Delgado continues to shape the cultural landscape of Baltimore and beyond.
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Christina Fidler
Award-winning 2D character animator, director, and screenwriter, based in Baltimore, Maryland. Her passion for animation led her to earn a BFA in Animation from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA).
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Christine Vineyard
a local DC artist and art teacher, working with all mediums and a concentration in photography, drawing and painting
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Christlyn McCaskill's
Trauma-informed art therapist and counselor practicing in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Christopher Adam Williams
Christopher Adam Williams is a visual artist whose practice utilizes portraiture and figurative painting to convey complex narratives, including that of race and gender, originating for a deep empathy with his subjects. Born in Oakland, California, Christopher’s current studio base is in San Francisco, where he resides with his wife. His drawings, paintings and films have been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions, museums and galleries, including Tunnels of the Mind (Times Square, NY), Crocker Art Museum (Sacramento, CA), Spark+Echo Arts (New York, NY), My Studio Gallery (Sacramento, CA). Christopher received his Bachelors in Fine Arts and Masters in Fine Arts from San Francisco Art Institute, where he was awarded Best in Show, MFA and a finalist for the Headlands Arts Center Graduate Residency and Black Artists Fund, Sower award 2020 winner.
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Christopher Batten
A visual artist, live painter, arts educator, and muralist hailing from Detroit, Michigan.
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Christopher Fonte
Christopher Fonte is the founder of Pioneer VR and a passionate virtual reality enthusiast. He started Pioneer VR in 2017 to make virtual reality events more accessible. Since then, Christopher has organized a range of virtual events and brought the virtual world to life for many. Christopher is now working with a team of professionals to create custom virtual reality events in the NYC area. He is looking forward to continuing to push the boundaries of virtual reality in the future.
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Christopher J. Chester
Christopher Chester, a versatile and accomplished multidisciplinary designer, has left an indelible mark on the marketing and advertising realm. His educational journey led him to master the art of graphic design at The Maryland Institute College of Art.
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Christopher J. Guido
Freelance video editor/producer| Across more than two decades as an editor -- from Pokémon to streaming services -- I’ve cut hundreds of hours of broadcast television, numerous network promos, and collaborated on documentaries for national public television and independent producers. Whether crafting a launch campaign or a passion project, I ensure collaborators maximize the potential of their footage to engage audiences with strong, clear, memorable work. I'm equally as professional as I am versatile. I constantly seek challenging work shaping meaningful projects with dedicated artists, whether in the documentary or shortform fields.
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Christopher Schafer
Christopher Schafer, a master suitmaker and the visionary behind Christopher Schafer Clothier, who boasts a rich background shaped by his transformative years in London.
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Ciarra K. Walters
Ciarra K. Walters (1992) is an interdisciplinary artist based in Baltimore, Maryland (formally based in Los Angeles). Her practice centers around self-portraiture, movement-based performance, public art, and art education. Inserting her body in public space, both natural and metropolitan, her performances, videos, and photography examine the relationship between one’s physical self and its history in its environments. She uses her newsletter, An Artletter, as a tool to empower, heal, and educate herself, and her community about contemporary/modern art, alongside her own work. Her Instagram operates as an additional platform to provide art education to her followers, as well as showcasing her reviews of the latest noteworthy exhibitions in Los Angeles, New York, Baltimore, D.C., and other cities. Walters is currently pursuing her Master's in the Photography + Media & Society program at The Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, Maryland, and is set to graduate in May of 2024.
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Cindy Cheng
Cindy Cheng, a Baltimore-based fine artist, sculptor, and educator, who brings a dynamic blend of creativity and recognition to her work.
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Cissa Paz
Cissa Paz, a dynamic Brazilian singer-songwriter celebrated for her fearless fusion of cultural influences, crafting songs that interweave Afro-Brazilian and Luso-African traditions with innovative arrangements.
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CJay Phillip
CJay Philip, an accomplished award-winning actress, director, and choreographer, who serves as the Artistic Director of Dance & Bmore, a dynamic Baltimore-based ensemble renowned for their innovative fusion of movement, music, theatrics, and spoken word, driving socially conscious and interactive performances.
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Conrad Benner
Philly-based photo-blog exploring Art + Public Space, EST. 2011; Podcast interviewing creative minds, EST. 2017; and art curation #StreetsDeptWalls! 📸🎨🏳️🌈
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Corey A. Wallace
Trombonist, composer, and educator, driven by the music...my journey is my destination (for now). IG: @thebigdawgcometh @thecoreywallaceDUBtet 🎵🎶
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Cory L. Stowers
Award-winning cultural anthropologist, visual artist, and author from Washington, DC.
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Cory Whidby
an animator and creator of Baltimore-centric animated web series Charm Street
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CRAIG CAMPBELL
Craig “CM” Campbell earned a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art at San Francisco State University and a Master of Fine Arts in Comics at California College of the Arts. His work as a comic artist can be most prominently found in editorial cartooning with such publications as Hyperallergic and The Margins.
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Craig Rousseau
draws comics (DC, MARVEL, IMAGE, DARK HORSE, DISNEY, IDW... you name it) and more (spends far too much time making "just for me" concert posters) (he/him)
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Creative Alliance
Since 1995, The Creative Alliance has promoted Balitmore as a dynamic center of art in all genres, while cultivating community through collaboration.
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Crystal I. Berger
Crystal I. Berger, Media Tech Entrepreneur | Founder of EBO.™ | Serving A Global Community of Vetted Experts | Journalist Turned Innovator
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Crystal Rivera
Co-founder of Puerto Rico Distillery, a driving force behind the craft rum distillery situated in Frederick, Maryland.
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Crystal Wamalwa
Crystal Wamalwa hails from Baltimore, MD, but currently lives in Pittsburgh, PA where she serves as the CEO and Founder of audaCITY Tours LLC. She took the bold step of leaving her job to embark on a journey to actualize her vision and mission of uplifting raw black artistry. Drawing on her extensive network, Crystal is supported by an exceptional team that shares this vision and mission. This venture is not a departure from Crystal's roots; back in her hometown, she fostered connections, collaborations, and events to champion black art in all its forms and sold-out shows before COVID-19 killed her business. audaCITY is now her full-time pursuit, fulfilling a lifelong passion. Crystal is also a proud mom who grew up singing, and she finds joy in exploring different cultures through travel and learning.
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Danielle Eliska L.
Screenwriter | Film Director | Interdisciplinary Artist | 2024 Seed and Bloom: Detroit Fellow | 2023 Culturesource + Andy Warhol Foundation for Visual Arts Flourish Fund Recipient
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Daniel Wright
Daniel Wright, trumpeter, brass teacher, and clinician has a B.M. in music performance from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY. Daniel is a very active performer in the Greater-Philadelphia area. He has played at venues such as The Academy of Music, The Forrest Theatre, and The Kimmel Center. He has also performed in New York city at venues such as Carnegie Hall and The Lincoln Center. Daniel’s most recent recording credit was with R. Kelly for the album “Write Me Back”. In addition to his performance schedule, Daniel has a Private Studio in Philadelphia, PA . He teaches at a number of schools in the region, including four branches of Settlement Music School and Germantown Friends School. Daniel is also a Teaching Artist for Tune Up Philly, a subsidiary of the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra.
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Dante Swinton
Dante Swinton, a dedicated advocate for environmental justice and sustainable urban development, who holds a BA in Environmental Studies from Winthrop University and an MS in Nonprofit Management and Social Entrepreneurship from the University of Baltimore.
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Danvic Celebrado Royer
Danvic Celebrado Royer, hailing from the Philippines and now the visionary behind Mister Kokedama, a Baltimore-based venture, pioneers the art of crafting distinctive bonsai using a technique that involves enveloping and securing diverse plant varieties with moss.
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Dany Green
a self-taught mixed media artist whose unique approach pushes the boundaries of traditional mosaics.
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DAPPER DAN MIDAS
Dapper Dan Midas. Raptivist and songwriter. The final frontier.
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Dareise Jones
Dareise Jones, a Baltimore City native, who emerges as a dynamic force in the realms of writing, education, and real estate.
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Darin Atwater
Darin Atwater, a distinguished composer, conductor, pianist, and producer, embodies a prolific career that spans film, recording, radio, and television.
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Darren Thompson Jr
a Baltimore-based artist specializing in photography and digital painting
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Daven Ralston
Owner of Charm City Books - passionate advocate for literature and community building through the arts and education in Baltimore's Pigtown neighborhood.
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David Andersson
David Andersson joined Bloomberg Associates in November 2018. He advises cities in their efforts to support their local arts and cultural communities by offering guidance in equitable grantmaking, public art investments, data collection and evaluation, and non-profit governance. His work with municipal arts agencies helps strengthen their cities’ cultural sectors and promote vibrant art experiences for all of their residents and visitors. Prior to joining Bloomberg Associates, David worked as the Director of Special Projects for the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, where he helped manage the City’s Cultural Development Fund, an open, competitive grant program that awarded roughly $50 million to more than 900 cultural nonprofits each year. In addition to overseeing the annual application and reporting processes, he led funding panels, analyzed extensive data about the City’s arts organizations and their programming, and steered the development and evaluation of special initiatives. David holds an undergraduate degree from Harvard University and is a practicing visual artist.
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David Fakunle, Ph.D.
My goal in the existence given to me is to help my people, my city, my state, my country, and my world. Whether that is a researcher, a practitioner, a mentor, or just a helping hand, I am willing to do it.
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David Kunian
David Kunian, Music Curator for the New Orleans Jazz Museum and Louisiana State Museum
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David 'Wavey' Anderson
A talented photographer and filmmaker hailing from Baltimore, Maryland.
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Davóne Tines
Operatic bass-baritone, Davóne Tines, is an American known for creating roles in new works and for his collaborations with director Peter Sellars.
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Davon Pulliam
Davon Pulliam is the owner of Tortuga Kombucha, a black-owned small batch tea-focused kombucha beverage company.
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Dee J
A multi-talented artist and entrepreneur, excelling in various fields. She is a writer, poet, event planner, brand ambassador, dancer, promoter, collaborator, and proud owner of her apparel line.
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Delali Dzirasa
CEO of @fearlessbmore & @hutchstudiohqs. I believe that civic tech, entrepreneurship, and fashion are tools to impact lives.
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Delvin Lugo
New York-based Dominican painter whose vibrant series, "Early Life in Neon," revisits memories from his hometown in Moncion, Dominican Republic.
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Derek Cooper
Derek has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Lynchburg, currently serves as Artistic Council Member of the Baltimore Rock Opera Society, and is a local actor and writer in the Maryland Community Theatre Circuit. Like a true man of the theatre, Derek’s favorite expression is “thank you five.” When not performing, Derek likes to bake, read, write, watch documentaries and listen to music. As a little one, Derek wanted to be a cartoonist for Disney because he loved watching their movies. If Derek were a water vessel, he would be a tugboat because he’s supportive, flexible, and has many different duties.
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Desmond Beach
Desmond Beach is a New York City artist and educator who explores race, identity, and social justice themes in his artistic practice. Through his work, Beach aims to transform the tragedies of the transatlantic slave trade and the Jim Crow American South into a celebration of fully living Black life.
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Deverick Murray
the Co-Founder and Director of Programming for the Media Rhythm Institute (MRI)
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Devin Allen
An exceptional documentary photographer, photojournalist, and activist from Baltimore, Maryland.
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Devin Wilkins
Devin Wilkins is a Native of Baltimore City and founder of Meeting Where You Are (MWYA), a mentorship program that focuses on reducing the recidivism rates amongst the youth through mentorship, opportunities, and exposure.
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Diamond Dixon
Published Portrait & Editorial Photographer hailing from Norfolk, VA, and raised in P.G. County, Maryland.
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Diana Carla Rowe
Diana Carla Rowe, a 23-year-old contemporary artist hailing from Brooklyn, New York, with roots tracing back to Detroit and Austin.
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Diana Jean Schemo
Diana Jean Schemo is the founder and co-director of Double Exposure, and president, co-founder and executive editor of 100Reporters, the nonprofit news organization that presents Double Exposure.
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Dion Bowen
Dion Bowen is the Founder/Creative Chief Officer at Epic Art Universe
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DJ Awesomus Prime
(Any Pronouns)Awesomus Prime is an Indigenous/Hispanic/Two-Spirit Producer, DJ and Owner of the independent label Kawaii Kunai 🎮Twitch Affiliate
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DJ Impulse
Photo/Video/Creative Direction •Co/founder @thenightbrunch 📍Baltimore, MD
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DJ Quicksilva
👑 @quicksilvashow 📻 Hard Work,Dedication & Consistency #InRealLife .For bookings Shawn@UnrulyRecords.com
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DJ Sun
DJ Sun, also known as Jason, is an open-format DJ, producer, and sonic explorer, seamlessly navigating stages, clubs, and studios across the nation.
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Dominic Griffin
yr fave film critic (podcast) - the armchair auteur (youtube) - @rottentomatoes approved - movie reviews at @looper & @baltbeat
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Dominique Arce ✪ Illustrator | Merch Artist
Hello, i'm an illustrator, graphic designer based in Ciudad Juárez. • OPEN for work/commissions/business domoarce656@gmail.com
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Domonique Brown
I am an illustrator and designer from Pomona, CA. I am the founder of DomoINK, a lifestyle retailer that celebrates diversity through art, apparel, and decor.
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Dr. Alicia Puglionesi
A distinguished writer, historian, and the author of "Common Phantoms: An American History of Psychic Science."
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Dr. Asma Naeem
Asma Naeem (she/her) is the Dorothy Wagner Wallis Director at the Baltimore Museum of Art. She previously served as the Museum’s Eddie C. and C. Sylvia Brown Chief Curator, and has organized exhibitions on the work of such artists as Candice Breitz, Isaac Julien, Salman Toor, and Valerie Maynard. Prior to the BMA, she held curatorial positions at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, where she presented, among other shows, an early career retrospective of the work of Titus Kaphar, and an historical and contemporary exploration of the silhouette through the lens of gender, race, and technology. She has written widely on American art, contemporary art, critical race theory, the South Asian diaspora, and museum studies. Her book, Out of Earshot: Sound, Technology, and Power in American Art, 1847–1897, was published by University of California Press in 2020.
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Dr. Dermell Brunson
Dermell Brunson was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland and is a product of the Baltimore City Public School System, having graduated from the Baltimore School for the Arts as a Theater Major. His family, church, and community are directly influential in making him aware to the importance of leadership and service. Having served in the community since a teen, Dermell saw a need for continuous leadership development opportunities for youth. This need compelled further action toward service in that area. Dermell served for 10 years in the Mental Health & Foster Care systems for youth in Maryland.
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Dr. Drew Lichtenberg
Dr. Drew Lichtenberg is an Associate Director at the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C. He has also worked on Broadway, at the National Theatre in London, and at many theatres around the country. He is on the faculty of Catholic University of America and has also taught at Yale University and the New School. He has been featured as a guest columnist in the New York Times and is the author of two books, The Piscatorbühne Century (2021, Routledge) and a forthcoming history of the Shakespeare Theatre Company (2024, Arden/Bloomsbury).
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Drew Pumphrey
Drew Pumphrey, the creative force behind The Smoking Swine, a culinary journey that evolved from a food truck concept into a dynamic barbecue haven in Baltimore.
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Dr. Joanne Martin
Co-founder and president of The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum, America's first wax museum of African American history in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Dr. Joby Taylor
Joby leads the University of Maryland-Baltimore County Shriver Peaceworker Program, which is affiliated with Peace Corps Fellows/USA Program which provides returned Volunteers with financial assistance and community service internships in underserved U.S. communities. Dr. Taylor is a member of the University of Maryland Graduate Faculty with an affiliate faculty post in UMBC’s Language, Literacy, & Culture Ph.D. Program. He also regularly teaches special topics seminars in peace studies, service-learning, and place-based learning for UMBC’s Office of Undergraduate Education and its interdisciplinary scholars programs.
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Dr. Sally J. Scott
I serve as Director of the Community Leadership Graduate Programs at UMBC, Professor of Practice, and affiliate faculty in the Department of Anthropology, Sociology, and Public Health. I have extensive experience as a graduate administrator and instructor, as well as a nonprofit board member and executive.
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Dr. Schroeder Cherry
A native of Washington, DC. He is a Baltimore-based artist and 2019 Sondheim competition finalist renowned for capturing vibrant scenes of African American life, with a focus on the rich culture and community found in barbershops.
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Dr. Tiffany E. Barber
Dr. Tiffany E. Barber is a prize-winning, internationally-recognized scholar, curator, and critic whose writing and expert commentary appears in top-tier academic journals, popular media outlets, and award-winning documentaries. Her work spans abstraction, dance, fashion, feminism, film, and the ethics of representation, focusing on artists of the Black diaspora working in the United States and the broader Atlantic world. Her latest curatorial project, a virtual, multimedia exhibition for Google Arts and Culture, examines the value of Afrofuturism in times of crisis.
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Dulcina Abreu
a Dominican-born independent curator, artist, and museum advocate
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D. W A T K I N S
EAST BALTIMORE | NYT Bestselling Author | @hbo writer | 👻 writer for your favorite NBA players | Editor @salonofficial | UB Prof | #BlackBoySmile
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Dylan Morison
Dylan Morison is an editor and writer currently based out of Baltimore, MD. Grad student @VCFA by day, line-cook by night. She has an adorable dog named Bunny.
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eAndrew Murray
An American photographer based in Baltimore, renowned for his expertise in portrait, beauty, fashion, and wedding photography, catering to clients in the DMV area, Atlanta, and NYC.
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Ebony DeGrace
Ebony DeGrace is a visionary multimedia artist with a fervent dedication to cinematography and photography. Her journey began in Baltimore, where she first began her visual arts journey in B&W film photography in middle school. Her immense interests in photography eventually connected her to the visual compositional expression of filmmaking where she immersed herself in film workshops and independent study, honing her skills and crafting her unique voice as a cinematic experimentalist. Inspired by luminaries like Terence Nance, Jenn Nkiru, and Sophia Nahli Allison, Ebony’s work transcends traditional boundaries, aiming to uplift and honor the Black experience through vivid, evocative, and surreal imagery. With a rich background spanning over two decades in photography and filmmaking, Ebony is now venturing into the realm of Creative Technology and New Media Art. A recent graduate of Per Scholas, she is integrating cutting-edge technology into her creative endeavors, exploring visceral immersive experiences. From her soulful short films to her experimental visual series, Ebony’s work is a testament to her boundless imagination and unwavering commitment to storytelling. As she continues to evolve as an artist, Ebony remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of visual expression and connecting audiences on a profound, spiritual level.
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Edward Keith Colston
Mr. Colston, of the Tuscarora and Lumbee tribes, is also the Administrative Director of the Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs (MCIA).
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Ekaterina Popova
an award-winning artist born in Russia, known mostly for her original oil paintings of interiors and the founder of Create! Magazine
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Elena Fox
Elena Fox, a dynamic Baltimore-based creative force, who wears multiple artistic hats as an illustrator, comic book artist, writer, musician, cake decorator, and devoted cat enthusiast.
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Elijah Jamal Balbed
A Globetrotting Saxophonist and Versatile Musician from Washington, DC.
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Elijah Trice
a contemporary artist and architectural designer, born and raised in Baltimore
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Elisa Milan
A renowned chef and business owner, celebrated for her expertise in crafting delectable Puerto Rican empanadas and coquito.
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Elise Richard
Elise Richard, a dynamic fashion blogger, who brings a touch of Louisiana charm to the vibrant streets of Baltimore.
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Ellen Frost
The owner and designer of Local Color Flowers, a Baltimore-based floral design business specializing in personalized arrangements and bouquets made from fresh, seasonal, and sustainable flowers from local specialty growers.
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Ellen Levy
Director of Groundwork Kitchen, a groundbreaking culinary arts training program in Baltimore's Pigtown community.
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Elliot Keeley
Elliot Keeley contributes to the BJC as a versatile artist and metalsmith with a background in metalsmithing and jewelry design.
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Elsa M
Elsa M. is an award-winning journalist, TV Host, Radio Host, and podcaster.
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Emilio Maldonado
Emilio Maldonado is an Afro-Caribbean artist living in Philadelphia. He graduated from Savannah College of Art and Design with an MFA in Painting (2013), from Escuela de Artes Plasticas de Puerto Rico with a BFA in Painting (2011), and from Altos de Chavon in the Dominican Republic with an AAS in Fine Arts and Illustration. He has been part of group and solo shows both locally and abroad, such as Vox Populi Make/shift (Philadelphia, PA, 2021), Breaking Arrow (Saint Louis, MO), Santo Domingo Museum of Modern Art Biennial, (Santo Domingo, DR, 2013), The New Kinds on the Block (San Juan, PR, 2011), and has attended Elsewhere Residency (Greensboro, NC) and Tiger Strikes Asteroid 2020.
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Emily Gaines Demsky
seeks to ignite conversation around perspective through her painting, photography, and writing
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Emma Canoles
The passionate owner of Emma's Tea Spot, a local tea shop in Baltimore offering a proper British experience with a ton of charm.
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Emma Childs
Emma Childs, a Baltimore-based visual artist who graduated from the Maryland Institute College of Art in 2018.
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Emon Surakitkoson
Self-taught artist hailing from Thailand and currently based in Washington, DC.
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Enrique Pallares
Enrique Pallares, a versatile individual with a rich background as a former polo player, accomplished writer, and enterprising entrepreneur, who stands as a true maestro in the realm of vermouth.
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Eric Deggans at NPR
NPR TV Critic/Media analyst. Author: "Race-Baiter: How Media Wield Dangerous Words to Divide a Nation." Adjunct prof., Duke University. Drummer. Bassist. Blerd.
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Erik Egg Berlin
hef Erik Berlin, affectionately known as Chef Egg, a culinary virtuoso with over two decades of experience, who wears multiple hats as a professionally trained chef, culinary instructor, and captivating host of Chef Egg Live: Interactive Cooking Events.
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Erik Segelbaum
2019 Food & Wine Magazine Sommelier of the Year, 2020 Wine Enthusiast 40 under 40, Owner: SOMLYAY LLC full service hospitality consulting & events
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Erin Brooks
Accomplished artist and entrepreneur hailing from Pikesville, Maryland. She is a multi-talented individual with a passion for illustration, cosplay, and yarn art.
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Erin Fostel
a Baltimore-based visual artist, Drawing inspiration from architecture and interiors. Erin creates stunning charcoal drawings on paper. With a BFA in Drawing from the Maryland Institute College of Art.
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Ernest Shaw Jr.
Baltimore-based painter, teacher, and artisan, who creates vibrant and expressive artwork, painting narrative portraits of notable Black figures on canvas and community walls.
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Ernst Valery
Ernst Valery, a seasoned real estate developer and co-managing member of SAA | EVI, overseeing operations and project execution across multiple states.
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Espi Frazier
Espi Frazier, a renowned Visual Artist, Art Instructor, and Fiber Artist, who calls Baltimore, Maryland her creative home.
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Esteban Whiteside
Esteban Whiteside (b. 1985) is a self-taught painter whose work is based on the intersectionality of street art and politics. A native of Asheville, North Carolina, he began painting as an act of love, which then led to him dedicating more time and research into painting, with an interest in abstraction.
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Ethan McLeod
A Baltimore-based freelance reporter and graduate student at Morgan State University, specializing in city and regional planning.
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EU1OGY
Baltimore-based multi-instrumentalist, producer, vocalist, and performer.
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Evan Serpick
a communications professional with backgrounds in journalism and social justice activism
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Evan Woodard
Baltimore-based explorer, photographer, and historian, known as Salvage Arc on social media.
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Eze Jackson
Eze Jackson is an American rapper, poet, and community activist from Baltimore, Maryland. Growing up in the city influenced his socially conscious and insightful lyrical style. Through his music, he addresses issues of race, inequality, and urban life, giving a voice to the marginalized. Eze Jackson's dedication to community involvement and activism has made him a respected figure both in the local music scene and as a community leader. He uses his platform to advocate for positive change, raise awareness about social issues, and inspire others to use their voices for the betterment of society.
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Fabiola R. Delgado
I'm an Independent Curator, Creative Producer, and long-time Museum professional. As a former Human Rights Lawyer, I've learned that justice can be found beyond legal frameworks. Today I pursue justice through art and cultural experiences, re-centering neglected perspectives and fostering intergenerational creative learning.
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Faith Couch
Faith Couch (b. 1997) is a Durham NC native. She is a photographer, educator, and curator whose work illuminates the Black memory landscape and the mundane. She received her BFA in Photography from Maryland Institute College of Art in 2019 and has exhibited her work internationally. She has most notably exhibited at New Image Art Gallery in Los Angeles, the ICP, the Nasher Museum at Duke, the African American Museum in Philadelphia, the Aperture Foundation in NYC and more. In addition to Fine Art Photography she also works editorially, showcasing photographs in the WSJ, NYT, Vogue and more. Most recently, Couch is a Forbes Magazine 30 under 30 in Art and Style honoree. She will be attending Yale in the fall of 2024
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Fanon Hill
Fanon Hill serves as Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Youth Resiliency Institute (YRI), an organization under the umbrella of Fusion Partnerships, Inc. Since 2010, YRI has been developing, researching, implementing and evaluating culturally responsive community arts throughout Baltimore City with a priority focus on the Cherry Hill community in South Baltimore.
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farrah skeiky
arab american photographer + creative director 🇱🇧 • present tense • DC/Piscataway land 🌈
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FDFI
an abolitionist and antiracist nonprofit founded by direct descendants of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington
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Fearless
A full stack digital services firm in Baltimore that builds software with a soul.
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Flavia Zuñiga-West
Flavia Zuñiga-West is a west coast based art educator, advocate and artist on Tongva land ( Los Angeles). She graduated from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago with a B.F.A. in Drawing and Painting and earned a Master’s degree from the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in the Museum Studies at New York University. She currently works in the Visual Arts Department at Harvard-Westlake Middle School. Flavia is an arts educator, curator, professional development facilitator and founder of the nationally renowned Adding Voices Conference and Symposiums.
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Frankie Gautier
believes in the universal power of art as well as the immense positivity art contributes to the universe
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Frank Lawson (South Side Frank)
Frank E. Lawson is a Hometown Villain, illustrator, and cartoonist who graduated from Columbus College of Art and Design. He is co-creator of POCTOBER SKETCHBOOK, a comic/zine which features essays, interviews, and a numerous collection of ink drawings that showcase Black and POC Punk and Punk adjacent artists. As a versatile artist his main weapons of choice include traditional and digital mediums
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FRKO
Illustrator of trife. FRKO, AKA Freako Rico, (born Richard Montgomery), is an Atlanta-based illustrator mixes comics and hip-hop to create hysterical, often belligerent art. FRKO has drawn multiple album covers for Action Bronson, including the graphic identity for the album Mr. Wonderful, and the artwork for Gucci Mane’s “All My Children.” Recent projects include a group exhibition at THE GALLERY, WISH ATL, titled TRPL-DBL; a collaboration with the creative collective LoveRenaissance to design the iconic Reebok Classics, and drawing a Red Bull can for the Music Culture Clash, Atlanta.
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Gaia
Renowned American street artist, who is celebrated for his large-scale murals exhibited worldwide.
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Gen Fraser
Gen Fraser has been involved in the arts for several years. She has performed in stage productions, dance troupes, as a choral singer and musician; but first and foremost, she is a visual artist. She graduated with a B.A. in Art History, a second major in African American Studies, a minor in History, and a certificate in Community Engagement from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2016. She has taught workshops, displayed and sold work at various venues both locally and around the country.
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Genna Howard
Genna Howard is a dynamic artist known for her distinctive blend of vivid visuals and bold narrative storytelling, often exploring themes of mortality, dissection, and scientific exploration.
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George Ciscle
George Ciscle has mounted groundbreaking exhibitions and taught courses in the fine arts and humanities for close to 50 years. He was the founder and director of The Contemporary, an “un-museum,” which challenges existing conventions for exhibiting art in temporary non-traditional sites. From 1997 - 2017 he served as Curator-in-Residence at the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), consulting on the development of community-based and public programming concentrating on exploring new models for connecting art, artists, and audiences. At MICA Ciscle also founded and directed the Exhibition Development Seminar, Curatorial Studies Concentration, and MFA in Curatorial Practice.
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Girl You Crazy
(GYC), the talented musical artist from Baltimore. With a diverse range of interests in art and musical genres, GYC is an artist, musician, and producer who believes in the power of ideas.
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Glenford Nunez
Baltimore-based artist, photographer, and creative thinker dedicated to crafting beautiful and practical images and ideas.
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GMD Dev
|Global Minded Demeanor| @gmd_global_ @_imdev on IG 🦍🌍 #TheGMDway GMD/GMD DEV ALL streaming sites 📷@gmdtv Bookings/feature Gmdbookings236@gmail.com
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Greater Baltimore Committee
Advancing a vibrant, future-ready Greater Baltimore region.
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Greg Burnham
Comic Book Writer/Publisher/EditorDC Milestone Initiative Participant
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Greg Hatem
Co-owner and co-founder of Bizarre Baltimore, a one-of-a-kind store founded in 2013 by him and Brian Henry, both originally from the Baltimore area.
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Grouchy Greg
Founder, @allhiphopcom, 1996. News stories cited by CNN, NYTimes, TMZ, Radar, Yahoo, etc.
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Gwynne Rukenbrod Smith
a widely respected member of the national craft community
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Gyna Verduzco
Gyna Verduzco, a dynamic and versatile museum enthusiast, possesses an innate curiosity about the boundless potential of museums.
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Habera Yu
a singer, songwriter, graphic designer and entrepreneur from Shanghai, China
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Hae Won Sohn
NY-based medium-centric sculptor, renowned for her innovative approach to sculpture and ceramics.
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Harrison Eppright
Harrison Eppright - a dedicated native Austinite and professional tour guide, who possesses profound expertise in history, African American cultural heritage, and Austin's architecture.
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Heather Ossandon Chapman
Heather Ossandon Chapman is an educator and ceramic artist based in Philadelphia.
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