The Conversation Course is a monthly program created to support community and art-driven conversations, all the while encouraging attendees to convene over a natural bonding agent--locally prepared cuisine. This, of course, is yet another nod to the arts! SPONSOR: ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL

JUNE 30TH, 12-2PM, at CAMP NORTH END

THEME: HOW ART CAN SAVE

HARVEY CUMMINGS: MUSICIAN

GEORGIE NAKIMA: MURALIST

TWIN NATION: CHOREOGRAPHERS

CALVIN WRIGHT: CHEF

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I'm An Artist Dammit,' is a monthly series where one artist--despite their form of expression--is celebrated and provided a 2-hr time slot at DUPP&SWAT to 'WOW' an audience with their gifts. Entry is DONATION ONLY! SPONSOR: ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL

JUNE: Mercury Carter

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The Conversation Course is a monthly program created to support community and art-driven conversations, all the while encouraging attendees to convene over a natural bonding agent--locally prepared cuisine. This, of course, is yet another nod to the arts! SPONSOR: ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL

MAY 26TH, 12-2PM, at CAMP NORTH END

THEME: THE STARVING ARTIST

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KEYNOTE: JOHN HAIRSTON, JR

John Hairston Jr. has been an artist for as long as he can remember. A North Carolina native, he created art before he could read or write. Throughout his grade school years, he spent the majority of his time drawing superheroes and listening to any old soul or hip hop records he could get his hands on. Little did he know that his love for all things spandex-clad and funky would play such a major role in his development as an artist. Under the guidance of his high school mentors and college professors, he learned to tap into these components to create a style of artwork that seamlessly blends political satire, social commentary and obscure pop-culture references. Hairston graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration and began his career as a professional artist illustrating storyboards for a string of independent films and several television ads. He has done commissioned pieces for numerous art collectors and various non-profit organizations. Hairston's work is currently on display in various art galleries all over the United States and beyond!

'I'm An Artist Dammit,' is a monthly series where one artist--despite their form of expression--is celebrated and provided a 2-hr time slot at DUPP&SWAT to 'WOW' an audience with their gifts. Entry is DONATION ONLY! SPONSOR: ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL

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'I'm An Artist Dammit,' is a monthly series where one artist--despite their form of expression--is celebrated and provided a 2-hr time slot at DUPP&SWAT to 'WOW' an audience with their gifts. Entry is DONATION ONLY! SPONSOR: ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL

RSVP HERE

'I'm An Artist Dammit,' is a monthly series where one artist--despite their form of expression--is celebrated and provided a 2-hr time slot at DUPP&SWAT to 'WOW' an audience with their gifts. Entry is DONATION ONLY! SPONSOR: ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL

On March 24th, join us as vocalist, Jay Smith (@blvejxy, IG), tears down our stage! RSVP HERE

More than the typical 'ice cream' social, CrownKeepers has partnered with Ben & Jerry's to create a 'chill' atmosphere for artists and creatives to network, grow and learn. Occurring every other month, beginning in March at DUPP&SWAT (2521 The Plaza), attendees will mix and mingle, be inspired by an informative keynote speaker and enjoy the many flavors of one of America's favorite snacks--ice cream! How cool?! FREE

On March 17th bring questions as Sharon Holm, Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, and Alexys J Taylor, Harvey B Gantt Center, joins in on the convo...

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