REGIONAL CALENDAR

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.

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!

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?

• Insider scoops and juicy news in the world of graphic arts
• Lively discussions on the hot topics that keep designers, artists, and creatives buzzing
• Genius hacks and practical solutions to tackle everyday challenges head-on
• A sneak peek at upcoming Graphic Artists Guild events you won’t want to miss
• Candid and inspiring interviews with current Guild members, giving you a glimpse of their creative journeys

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:

LinkedIn
Facebook
Twitter
YouTube

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).

Are you a creative professional or entrepreneur who also has ADHD? Whether you have a diagnosis or suspect you have ADHD, you’re probably very aware that you think differently.

As a creative professional, thinking differently is a good thing!  When your brain is working its magic, you are:

• an idea-generating powerhouse
• not limited by constraints (thinking outside the proverbial box)
• relentlessly curious and dive deep into researching new topics

And while all that ideating and creating is your sweet spot, you may also struggle with: 

• Feeling overwhelmed by everything you “should” be doing
• Getting motivated (especially if the task at hand is boring)
• Time management
• Money

Finding a balance between your gifts and the challenges of ADHD can be tough. In this workshop, Justine Clay – Business Coach for Creatives + ADHD Life Coach – will share a flexible framework that will help you:

• Define who you are, how you’re different, and why it matters
• Identify who your ideal clients are and why
• Develop the systems, processes, and activities that help you deliver outstanding results

If you’re ready to transform a chaotic patchwork of freelance gigs into a profitable and fulfilling creative business, sign up for this interactive workshop, and let’s do this!

Presenter:

Justine Clay

Justine Clay is a business coach for creative entrepreneurs and freelancers and life coach for folks with ADHD..  Using her actionable Profitable by Design framework, Justine helps creative professionals, and business owners of all stripes identify and articulate their unique value, position themselves to high-quality, well-paying clients, and build a fulfilling, efficient and profitable creative business. Sign up for Justine’s free guide: How to Find High-Quality Clients and Get Paid What You’re Worth and start making monumental changes in your creative business or career today.

Find Justine online at:

Website: justineclay.com
Instagram: @justine_clay
Linkedin: Justine Clay

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.

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!

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?

• Insider scoops and juicy news in the world of graphic arts
• Lively discussions on the hot topics that keep designers, artists, and creatives buzzing
• Genius hacks and practical solutions to tackle everyday challenges head-on
• A sneak peek at upcoming Graphic Artists Guild events you won’t want to miss
• Candid and inspiring interviews with current Guild members, giving you a glimpse of their creative journeys

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:

LinkedIn
Facebook
Twitter
YouTube

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).

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.

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!

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?

• Insider scoops and juicy news in the world of graphic arts
• Lively discussions on the hot topics that keep designers, artists, and creatives buzzing
• Genius hacks and practical solutions to tackle everyday challenges head-on
• A sneak peek at upcoming Graphic Artists Guild events you won’t want to miss
• Candid and inspiring interviews with current Guild members, giving you a glimpse of their creative journeys

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:

LinkedIn
Facebook
Twitter
YouTube

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).

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.