Getting To Know Tucson Illustrator, Emily Orzel
An admired local artist in Tucson, Arizona and Insta page to follow, Emily Orzel shares with us a bit more about her journey not only as an illustrator but also as an artist in business (because we all know it gets real).
Pushing The Boundaries Of Comfort With Blogger And Self-Love Enthusiast, Jes Baker
Jes Baker, otherwise known as The Militant Baker, is a mover and shaker of Tucson, Arizona, as well as of the status quo of body image. Public speaker, influencer, published author, and more, Baker is a self-love advocate with a strong and empowering voice. Baker tells us where it all started and what she's learned in her journeying.
Business Besties: Founders Slobby Robby And J.R. Of Generation Cool
Generation Cool is a vintage store located on Tucson, Arizona's Historic Fourth Avenue. Being a unique vintage shop that caters to the retired, the millennial, and the youth - Co-Founders, Slobby Robby and J.R., give us their insight on what makes them different, what a business bestie should look like and what they're learned along the way!
Self-Discovery And Quilting Stories With Brooke Biette
Traveler, story-teller, and quilter - Brooke Biette is a Maine native currently drawing inspiration from Tucson, AZ. Journeying from the East Coast to Los Angeles and then down to Northern Arizona where landscapes greatly influenced her work, we discuss self-discovery, self-doubt as an artist and creating her own style of quilting.
The Reality Of Being A Radio DJ With DJ Apprentice
iHeart Radio and local Tucson deejay, DJ Apprentice, shares his insight on what it's like to be an on-air personality. Radio today is completely different compared to what radio was back in the day! Not only that but being a radio deejay is completely different than being a "gig" deejay. Apprentice gives us the lowdown.
QMULATIVE: A Sewing-Centered, Lifestyle Brand
QMULATIVE is a local and loved Tucson, AZ clothing brand created by Quinlan Wilhite. His very popular pocket tees and his live sewing at events/markets has gotten his brand to break molds, as well as collaborate in and out of the city. As he continues to evolve QMULATIVE into cut and sew, Quinlan shares his insight on this creative journey.
Michael Tolle: Behind The Making Of A Record Label
Michael Tolle is no doubt a mover and shaker of Tucson, AZ. As the founder of Mello Music Group, Tolle shares his insight on years of sacrifices he made behind creating the label, what caught him by surprise in the music industry, his thoughts on artists being skeptical of getting signed and more!
CREAM Design & Print: Expanding The Brand And Supporting Local
CREAM Design and Print is a local Tucson, AZ brand that's passionate about community and funk infused artistry. They offer some of the dopest work and collaborations. Co-founders Patrick and Marissa share their insight on the making of the brand, sustaining a successful business, working with other local artists and more!
Modern Aquarian: Making Hand Lettering A Full-Time Business
Have you ever thought about taking on hand lettering or sign art? Perhaps, you've wondered what all goes into those beautiful chalkboard menus and turning this art into a business. Ashley White, the artist behind Modern Aquarian, gives us some insight on her artistry, advice on making it a profession, and more!
Theresa Delaney On Being A Self-Employed Creative
Theresa Delaney is a mover and shaker of Tucson, AZ. Aside from having her own freelance business where she helps brands communicate their ideas, she is also the founder of the Creative Tribe Workshop. Theresa shares some advice on being a creative, how to go about being self-employed and how her second business came to be!