Flatbush Artists Unleash Creative Genius

 

 

 

A burgeoning community, Flatbush has a flavorful mélange of culture expressed through the work of many local artisans.  Lindiwe Kamau of Expression in Ceramics and I created, “The Flatbush Artrepreneur Project,” to provide a sphere of creativity where community artisans are inspired to become entrepreneurs.

Creating Legacies partnered with, The Flatbush Enterprise and the Nostrand Avenue Merchants Association to present this powerful experience.  Last week completed the 3 part workshop series where we journeyed with the creative genius of architects, photographers, spoken word artists, actors and painters among other artisans.

In this creative and engaging workshop series, “The Flatbush Artrepreneur Project,” artists were empowered to identify their artistic medium, develop a business using their craft and network with other artisans. While I facilitated the workshops, several gifted and talented guests graced the audience with their knowledge and inspired them with their experience.

 

Elzora Williamson, founder and owner of 47 year retail institution, Trophies by Syl, empowered the group to define success and pursue their passion.

Hip hop artist, photographer and videographer BLUE, of,Urban Overdose Photography, shared his knowledge about brand management and trade marking. 

Educator, actor, filmmaker and motivational speaker, Eden Marryshow motivated the artists with his, “Dream Big, Go Hard!” experience to get energized, enthused and confident about executing their artistic vision through entrepreneurship.


Tax preparer and Enroll Agent, Woody Raymond of, Ultimate Tax Preparers, Inc. taught the artrepreneurs about the process of business formation

I am grateful to have experienced, “The Flatbush Artrepreneur Project” with so many of Brooklyn’s creative, emerging artists.  We look forward reconvening for a fabulous culmination ceremony to celebrate and showcase the artists in progress.  Many thanks to, The Brooklyn Public Library - CentralBranch, for hosting us. The Flatbush Enterprise extends our sincere appreciation to, Citizens Committee forNew York City for making this program possible.