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Graphic Artists Guild
2248 Broadway #1341
New York, NY 10024
Tel: (212) 791-3400
Graphic Artists Guild
2248 Broadway #1341
New York, NY 10024
Tel: (212) 791-3400
The East Region of the Graphic Artists Guild provides an ever-expanding range of resources and opportunities for Guild members in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and International members whose backgrounds span various artistic disciplines and skill levels.
We are here to provide a voice for students, associates and professional artists so we can improve our profession together.
Join us on Social Media:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/GraphicArtistsGuild.EastRegion
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3923160
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/gaguild_EA
june
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Hey there, graphic artists! It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live! Join us for June’s Guild Goes Live!
Hey there, graphic artists!
It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live!
Join us for June’s Guild Goes Live! as we feature the incredibly talented designer,
and Guild member, Leanna Bowers, known for her problem-solving skills and
diverse expertise, as she shares her unique approach to business and inspires
us all to continually improve in our creative journeys.
Guild Goes Live is our energetic and inspiring monthly LIVE broadcast, hosted by our very own Guild President Yanique DaCosta. It is your chance to immerse yourself in the world of creativity and resourceful solutions.
What’s in store for you?
Ready to join the party?
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded graphic artists, learn from current Guild members, and gain valuable insights from the Graphic Artists Guild’s leadership.
Join us as the Guild Goes Live and let’s unleash our creative spirits together!
First Friday of Every Month
1 pm ET / 12 pm CT
11 am MT/ 10 am PT
Watch our Live Stream from these Platforms:
Get to know our awesome host, Yanique DaCosta. MFA
Yanique is a passionate graphic designer and fine artist on a mission to empower fellow creatives. From a solopreneur to the proud owner of a thriving, fully remote design firm, she’s been there and done it all! With her decade of experience in brand development and advertising, Yanique brings a fresh and exciting perspective to the Graphic Artists Guild, launching member-centric initiatives like Guild Chat, Guild Chat LIVE, and Monthly Member Spotlights.
Yanique has worn many hats within the Graphic Artists Guild, including Southern Regional Representative (2016-2019), At-Large Representative (2019-2021), Treasurer (2021-2023), and ICoD Delegate (2018-Present).
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04jun1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
(Sunday) 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
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(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
What About the About Page? Create an About Page (or Bio) that Attracts How important is the About page on your website? How about your bio on LinkedIn and other social
What About the About Page?
Create an About Page (or Bio) that Attracts
How important is the About page on your website? How about your bio on LinkedIn and other social media? What opportunities are you potentially missing when you leave them stark or generic?
Clients, employers and audiences want to know what makes you different. Especially right now, they’re desperate to find connection, confidence and clarity.
Join branding and copywriting expert Danielle Hughes and illustrator Ed Shems as they reveal the importance of building a profile that reflects who you really are, showcases what makes you uniquely different, and draws in your target audience.
Danielle will help you build a bio or About page that attracts, and provide real life “before and after” examples that show her process and how it works.
You’ll learn:
Danielle Hughes
As the Chief Personality Officer of More Than Words Marketing, Danielle Hughes helps individuals and institutions to develop their Genuine Personality Brand. This allows you to own and embody your message, feel comfortable expressing it and convey what makes you different from your competition so you can attract the right audience and repel the wrong one. And while she can’t pull a rabbit out of her hat, she can hone your brand message, engage your audience and deadlift you or your employees, but not at the same time. That’s just irresponsible.
(note: Danielle is available for office party tricks and accepts payment in bottles of Bordeaux.)
Ed Shems
A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Ed has been an illustrator and graphic designer for more than 25 years. His current obsession is with writing and illustrating chapter books, graphic novels and comics.
Ed is the Special Guests Coordinator for the Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE), a member of the Illustration Advisory Council for RISD, and a long-time member of the Guild.
At home, he is the chief tomato grower for his garden.
Members attend for Free
Non members Regularly: $25.00 Early Bird Special $20.00
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11jun1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
(Sunday) 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Mind Your Creative Business Resources and Inspiration for Creative Professionals. Join us for a live series where you can ask questions about running a creative business. A monthly live event where we
Mind Your Creative Business
Resources and Inspiration for Creative Professionals.
Join us for a live series where you can ask questions about running a creative business.
A monthly live event where we dig into the challenges faced by the creative community and share resources from out in the world as well as from the Pricing and Ethical Guidelines Handbook. Watch live and ask Ed Shems and James Stowe questions, or catch the replay.
The two hosts will discuss common topics creatives experience in their day-to-day business endeavors.
Follow this series on The Graphic Artists Guild LinkedIn page. Previous episodes of the series can be found by scrolling through past content on on LinkedIn.
About the Hosts:
Ed Shems has been freelance illustrating and designing for more than 25 years, working primarily in the early reader, middle grade, comic, graphic novel, and education markets. Ed is a member of the Illustration Advisory Council for the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and the Special Guest Coordinator for the Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE).Ed has been a member of the Graphic Artists Guild for more than 20 years, and a volunteer for a good portion of that time.
James Stowe is an illustrator, graphic designer and art instructor with over thirty years of expertise developing marketing materials through brand design, concept/trend design, game design and illustration. He has maintained his own freelance business for the past eight years and hosts a weekly online forum for freelance graphic professionals called Freelance Fandango. James has also served as the West Region Representative for the Graphic Artists Guild from 2018 to 2023.
Repeats the 3rd Wednesday every month
12:00pm – 12:30pm ET / 11:00am – 11:30am CT
10:00am – 10:30am MT / 9:00am – 9:30am PT
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25jun1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
(Sunday) 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
28jun7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Show Off & Tell Join the Graphic Artists Guild for Show Off & Tell! An informal gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works
Show Off & Tell
Join the Graphic Artists Guild for Show Off & Tell! An informal gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp.
All creatives welcome! Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the telling part, come and schmooze with us.
Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come SHARE with us!
Limited space available.
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2023-07-26 7:00 pm - 2023-07-26 8:30 pm2023-08-23 7:00 pm - 2023-08-23 8:30 pm2023-09-27 7:00 pm - 2023-09-27 8:30 pm2023-10-25 7:00 pm - 2023-10-25 8:30 pm2023-11-29 7:00 pm - 2023-11-29 8:30 pm2023-12-20 7:00 pm - 2023-12-20 8:30 pm
july
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Hey there, graphic artists! It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live! Join us for June’s Guild Goes Live!
Hey there, graphic artists!
It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live!
Join us for June’s Guild Goes Live! as we feature the incredibly talented designer,
and Guild member, Leanna Bowers, known for her problem-solving skills and
diverse expertise, as she shares her unique approach to business and inspires
us all to continually improve in our creative journeys.
Guild Goes Live is our energetic and inspiring monthly LIVE broadcast, hosted by our very own Guild President Yanique DaCosta. It is your chance to immerse yourself in the world of creativity and resourceful solutions.
What’s in store for you?
Ready to join the party?
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded graphic artists, learn from current Guild members, and gain valuable insights from the Graphic Artists Guild’s leadership.
Join us as the Guild Goes Live and let’s unleash our creative spirits together!
First Friday of Every Month
1 pm ET / 12 pm CT
11 am MT/ 10 am PT
Watch our Live Stream from these Platforms:
Get to know our awesome host, Yanique DaCosta. MFA
Yanique is a passionate graphic designer and fine artist on a mission to empower fellow creatives. From a solopreneur to the proud owner of a thriving, fully remote design firm, she’s been there and done it all! With her decade of experience in brand development and advertising, Yanique brings a fresh and exciting perspective to the Graphic Artists Guild, launching member-centric initiatives like Guild Chat, Guild Chat LIVE, and Monthly Member Spotlights.
Yanique has worn many hats within the Graphic Artists Guild, including Southern Regional Representative (2016-2019), At-Large Representative (2019-2021), Treasurer (2021-2023), and ICoD Delegate (2018-Present).
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09jul1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
(Sunday) 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
(Wednesday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
“Aren’t NFTs just a jpeg?” “What is a WEB3?” “How did a bunch of bored monkeys get a yacht in the first place?” While this technology is still
“Aren’t NFTs just a jpeg?” “What is a WEB3?” “How did a bunch of bored monkeys get a yacht in the first place?”
While this technology is still emerging, NFTs are already being used for tickets, loans, titles, collectibles, and more.
Join host Ed Shems with presenter (Colorful) Carl Cleanthes and the Graphic Artist Guild for the 101 on WEB3, NFTs, and the digital ownership economy that is rapidly evolving around us. You’ll leave this webinar with a foundational understanding of WEB3 and NFTs as well as an opportunity to ask any questions you might have so that you and your business aren’t left behind in web2.
About:
Carl Cleanthes is a creative entrepreneur who, in 2006, founded Epic Made, a team of millennial gamer-nerds who live and breathe advertising, digital art, and storytelling.
Over the years Carl and his team have created powerful and eye-catching creative assets for some of the most notable brands in the world, including USA Network, Nickelodeon, SyFy, WWE, Shopify, and many others.
Carl aka “Colorful Carl” has a YouTube channel and Twitch live art stream where he promotes and inspires creativity in his community. He is an avid proponent of web3 technology and understands the potential it has to empower the creators for generations to come. In addition to his professional endeavors, he is an urban homesteader, believing that a sustainable lifestyle is practiced in all aspects. He shares his knowledge of growing, heirlooms, seed harvesting, and the art of self-reliance. He is a husband of 17+ years to his inspiring wife Alden and father to his semi-feral, wild-child gamer son. They are both the light of his life.
Carl is on a mission to inspire as much creativity in humanity as he can while on this short journey we call life. You can follow Carl on LinkedIn or reach him at www.colorfulcarl.com
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 12 PM MT / 11 AM PT
Free for members
Early bird Special $30 for non-members until July 5th.
$45 for non-members
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(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Mind Your Creative Business Resources and Inspiration for Creative Professionals. Join us for a live series where you can ask questions about running a creative business. A monthly live event where we
Mind Your Creative Business
Resources and Inspiration for Creative Professionals.
Join us for a live series where you can ask questions about running a creative business.
A monthly live event where we dig into the challenges faced by the creative community and share resources from out in the world as well as from the Pricing and Ethical Guidelines Handbook. Watch live and ask Ed Shems and James Stowe questions, or catch the replay.
The two hosts will discuss common topics creatives experience in their day-to-day business endeavors.
Follow this series on The Graphic Artists Guild LinkedIn page. Previous episodes of the series can be found by scrolling through past content on on LinkedIn.
About the Hosts:
Ed Shems has been freelance illustrating and designing for more than 25 years, working primarily in the early reader, middle grade, comic, graphic novel, and education markets. Ed is a member of the Illustration Advisory Council for the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and the Special Guest Coordinator for the Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE).Ed has been a member of the Graphic Artists Guild for more than 20 years, and a volunteer for a good portion of that time.
James Stowe is an illustrator, graphic designer and art instructor with over thirty years of expertise developing marketing materials through brand design, concept/trend design, game design and illustration. He has maintained his own freelance business for the past eight years and hosts a weekly online forum for freelance graphic professionals called Freelance Fandango. James has also served as the West Region Representative for the Graphic Artists Guild from 2018 to 2023.
Repeats the 3rd Wednesday every month
12:00pm – 12:30pm ET / 11:00am – 11:30am CT
10:00am – 10:30am MT / 9:00am – 9:30am PT
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26jul7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Show Off & Tell Join the Graphic Artists Guild for Show Off & Tell! An informal gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works
Show Off & Tell
Join the Graphic Artists Guild for Show Off & Tell! An informal gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp.
All creatives welcome! Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the telling part, come and schmooze with us.
Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come SHARE with us!
Limited space available.
More about this event.
2023-08-23 7:00 pm - 2023-08-23 8:30 pm2023-09-27 7:00 pm - 2023-09-27 8:30 pm2023-10-25 7:00 pm - 2023-10-25 8:30 pm2023-11-29 7:00 pm - 2023-11-29 8:30 pm2023-12-20 7:00 pm - 2023-12-20 8:30 pm
Regional Representative:
When you become a member of the Graphic Artists Guild, you will become affiliated with one of five Guild Regions and start receiving communications from the national office and your regional admin, including:
EAST REGION
DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, WV, International
MIDWEST REGION
IA, IL, IN, KY, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI, International
NEW ENGLAND REGION
CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT, International
SOUTH REGION
AR, AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, International
WEST REGION
AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, WY, UT, WA, International
11jun1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
(Sunday) 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Mind Your Creative Business Resources and Inspiration for Creative Professionals. Join us for a live series where you can ask questions about running a creative business. A monthly live event where we
Mind Your Creative Business
Resources and Inspiration for Creative Professionals.
Join us for a live series where you can ask questions about running a creative business.
A monthly live event where we dig into the challenges faced by the creative community and share resources from out in the world as well as from the Pricing and Ethical Guidelines Handbook. Watch live and ask Ed Shems and James Stowe questions, or catch the replay.
The two hosts will discuss common topics creatives experience in their day-to-day business endeavors.
Follow this series on The Graphic Artists Guild LinkedIn page. Previous episodes of the series can be found by scrolling through past content on on LinkedIn.
About the Hosts:
Ed Shems has been freelance illustrating and designing for more than 25 years, working primarily in the early reader, middle grade, comic, graphic novel, and education markets. Ed is a member of the Illustration Advisory Council for the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and the Special Guest Coordinator for the Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE).Ed has been a member of the Graphic Artists Guild for more than 20 years, and a volunteer for a good portion of that time.
James Stowe is an illustrator, graphic designer and art instructor with over thirty years of expertise developing marketing materials through brand design, concept/trend design, game design and illustration. He has maintained his own freelance business for the past eight years and hosts a weekly online forum for freelance graphic professionals called Freelance Fandango. James has also served as the West Region Representative for the Graphic Artists Guild from 2018 to 2023.
Repeats the 3rd Wednesday every month
12:00pm – 12:30pm ET / 11:00am – 11:30am CT
10:00am – 10:30am MT / 9:00am – 9:30am PT
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25jun1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
(Sunday) 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
28jun7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Show Off & Tell Join the Graphic Artists Guild for Show Off & Tell! An informal gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works
Show Off & Tell
Join the Graphic Artists Guild for Show Off & Tell! An informal gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp.
All creatives welcome! Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the telling part, come and schmooze with us.
Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come SHARE with us!
Limited space available.
More about this event.
2023-07-26 7:00 pm - 2023-07-26 8:30 pm2023-08-23 7:00 pm - 2023-08-23 8:30 pm2023-09-27 7:00 pm - 2023-09-27 8:30 pm2023-10-25 7:00 pm - 2023-10-25 8:30 pm2023-11-29 7:00 pm - 2023-11-29 8:30 pm2023-12-20 7:00 pm - 2023-12-20 8:30 pm
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Hey there, graphic artists! It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live! Join us for June’s Guild Goes Live!
Hey there, graphic artists!
It’s time to grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfy, and join us as the Guild Goes Live!
Join us for June’s Guild Goes Live! as we feature the incredibly talented designer,
and Guild member, Leanna Bowers, known for her problem-solving skills and
diverse expertise, as she shares her unique approach to business and inspires
us all to continually improve in our creative journeys.
Guild Goes Live is our energetic and inspiring monthly LIVE broadcast, hosted by our very own Guild President Yanique DaCosta. It is your chance to immerse yourself in the world of creativity and resourceful solutions.
What’s in store for you?
Ready to join the party?
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded graphic artists, learn from current Guild members, and gain valuable insights from the Graphic Artists Guild’s leadership.
Join us as the Guild Goes Live and let’s unleash our creative spirits together!
First Friday of Every Month
1 pm ET / 12 pm CT
11 am MT/ 10 am PT
Watch our Live Stream from these Platforms:
Get to know our awesome host, Yanique DaCosta. MFA
Yanique is a passionate graphic designer and fine artist on a mission to empower fellow creatives. From a solopreneur to the proud owner of a thriving, fully remote design firm, she’s been there and done it all! With her decade of experience in brand development and advertising, Yanique brings a fresh and exciting perspective to the Graphic Artists Guild, launching member-centric initiatives like Guild Chat, Guild Chat LIVE, and Monthly Member Spotlights.
Yanique has worn many hats within the Graphic Artists Guild, including Southern Regional Representative (2016-2019), At-Large Representative (2019-2021), Treasurer (2021-2023), and ICoD Delegate (2018-Present).
More about this event.
09jul1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives
(Sunday) 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the
Every Sunday 1 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. CT / 11 a.m MT / 10 a.m. PT
Cartoonists, illustrators, graphic artists, photographers, writers, creatives: Freelance Fandango is going virtual for the duration, and everyone is invited!
Freelance Fandango started out as get-together of freelance creatives in the Tacoma area. Now FF has gone virtual. They’ve invited the Guild to sponsor them and spread the word. Join Freelance Fandango for a Zoom meeting to share your experience and news. Show and tell is a regular feature, so have your art supplies handy and turn your webcam on.
***Freelance Fandango will not be held on major US Holidays.
More about this event.
(Wednesday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
“Aren’t NFTs just a jpeg?” “What is a WEB3?” “How did a bunch of bored monkeys get a yacht in the first place?” While this technology is still
“Aren’t NFTs just a jpeg?” “What is a WEB3?” “How did a bunch of bored monkeys get a yacht in the first place?”
While this technology is still emerging, NFTs are already being used for tickets, loans, titles, collectibles, and more.
Join host Ed Shems with presenter (Colorful) Carl Cleanthes and the Graphic Artist Guild for the 101 on WEB3, NFTs, and the digital ownership economy that is rapidly evolving around us. You’ll leave this webinar with a foundational understanding of WEB3 and NFTs as well as an opportunity to ask any questions you might have so that you and your business aren’t left behind in web2.
About:
Carl Cleanthes is a creative entrepreneur who, in 2006, founded Epic Made, a team of millennial gamer-nerds who live and breathe advertising, digital art, and storytelling.
Over the years Carl and his team have created powerful and eye-catching creative assets for some of the most notable brands in the world, including USA Network, Nickelodeon, SyFy, WWE, Shopify, and many others.
Carl aka “Colorful Carl” has a YouTube channel and Twitch live art stream where he promotes and inspires creativity in his community. He is an avid proponent of web3 technology and understands the potential it has to empower the creators for generations to come. In addition to his professional endeavors, he is an urban homesteader, believing that a sustainable lifestyle is practiced in all aspects. He shares his knowledge of growing, heirlooms, seed harvesting, and the art of self-reliance. He is a husband of 17+ years to his inspiring wife Alden and father to his semi-feral, wild-child gamer son. They are both the light of his life.
Carl is on a mission to inspire as much creativity in humanity as he can while on this short journey we call life. You can follow Carl on LinkedIn or reach him at www.colorfulcarl.com
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 12 PM MT / 11 AM PT
Free for members
Early bird Special $30 for non-members until July 5th.
$45 for non-members
More about this event.
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Mind Your Creative Business Resources and Inspiration for Creative Professionals. Join us for a live series where you can ask questions about running a creative business. A monthly live event where we
Mind Your Creative Business
Resources and Inspiration for Creative Professionals.
Join us for a live series where you can ask questions about running a creative business.
A monthly live event where we dig into the challenges faced by the creative community and share resources from out in the world as well as from the Pricing and Ethical Guidelines Handbook. Watch live and ask Ed Shems and James Stowe questions, or catch the replay.
The two hosts will discuss common topics creatives experience in their day-to-day business endeavors.
Follow this series on The Graphic Artists Guild LinkedIn page. Previous episodes of the series can be found by scrolling through past content on on LinkedIn.
About the Hosts:
Ed Shems has been freelance illustrating and designing for more than 25 years, working primarily in the early reader, middle grade, comic, graphic novel, and education markets. Ed is a member of the Illustration Advisory Council for the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and the Special Guest Coordinator for the Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE).Ed has been a member of the Graphic Artists Guild for more than 20 years, and a volunteer for a good portion of that time.
James Stowe is an illustrator, graphic designer and art instructor with over thirty years of expertise developing marketing materials through brand design, concept/trend design, game design and illustration. He has maintained his own freelance business for the past eight years and hosts a weekly online forum for freelance graphic professionals called Freelance Fandango. James has also served as the West Region Representative for the Graphic Artists Guild from 2018 to 2023.
Repeats the 3rd Wednesday every month
12:00pm – 12:30pm ET / 11:00am – 11:30am CT
10:00am – 10:30am MT / 9:00am – 9:30am PT
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26jul7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Show Off & Tell Join the Graphic Artists Guild for Show Off & Tell! An informal gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works
Show Off & Tell
Join the Graphic Artists Guild for Show Off & Tell! An informal gathering to show off some recent work, get feedback on works in progress, or do some fun drawing exercises to keep your skills sharp.
All creatives welcome! Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the telling part, come and schmooze with us.
Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come SHARE with us!
Limited space available.
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