South Region

Join us for our informal monthly 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 are welcome. Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the tell part, come and schmooze with us!

Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come share with us!

We meet monthly at 7:00pm ET (6:00pm CT / 5:00pm MT / 4:00pm PT).

Sign up for one event, or as many as you’d like!

Limited space available.

*RSVP HERE*

The Lone Artist is a monthly event series occurring on the fourth Thursday of each month. It’s designed for solo graphic artists, designers, illustrators, and more. Let’s break out of the isolation of our creative caves and come together to discuss the business side of our work, while nurturing a supportive community.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow artists, gain valuable insights, and expand your professional network.

The Lone Artist is hosted by:

Carl Cleanthes
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, Carl 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.

AI is transforming the creative industries, challenging traditional business models and opening up new opportunities. This session will guide creative entrepreneurs on how to adapt, offering practical strategies to redesign products and services. Learn how to create tiered offerings that combine AI-driven efficiency with human creativity. Gain insights on staying competitive while maintaining the value of your unique skills. This talk will equip you with actionable ideas to innovate, grow, and navigate the emerging landscape of the creative sector.

Presenter:
Aarti Samani

Aarti Samani is the founder of Shreem Growth Partners, a boutique AI strategy and risk consulting firm. With senior roles at corporates and startups, she has launched transformative AI products, including facial biometric authentication to combat deepfake fraud, predictive text input, and AR surgical simulations.

A guest lecturer at Durham Business School, Aarti educates MBA students on AI strategy and risk management.  BBC’s go-to AI expert, Aarti offers unique perspectives on the strategic, ethical, and organisational implications of AI. A sought-after corporate speaker, her work empowers businesses to navigate the complexities of AI and leverage it for sustainable growth.

Join us for our informal monthly 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 are welcome. Whether you want to show off your work (and enjoy some oohs and ahhs), or just participate in the tell part, come and schmooze with us!

Got new stickers in your store? Working on a website? Designing a business card? Come share with us!

We meet monthly at 7:00pm ET (6:00pm CT / 5:00pm MT / 4:00pm PT).

Sign up for one event, or as many as you’d like!

Limited space available.

*RSVP HERE*

The Lone Artist is a monthly event series occurring on the fourth Thursday of each month. It’s designed for solo graphic artists, designers, illustrators, and more. Let’s break out of the isolation of our creative caves and come together to discuss the business side of our work, while nurturing a supportive community.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow artists, gain valuable insights, and expand your professional network.

The Lone Artist is hosted by:

Carl Cleanthes
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, Carl 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.