First Event in Northampton, MA
setting up
This past Sunday we held our inaugural event in my hometown of Northampton, MA.
This was a trial run to see if the vision had merit and IT DID!
"It was great to get together with people I had never met, but who I felt I could get to know in a matter of minutes because of our love of being creative. I was so attentive to all the conversations around me and was fascinated by all the creativity out there, whether people were writers, singers or illustrators. I was also great to be surrounded by lots of materials! It was a great way to try something new!"
- Elizabeth Steele, participant
Elizabeth Steele came from a couple hours away because she heard about the Jumpstart Creativity Tour through Stephanie Levy's Creative Courage ecourse. Stephanie Levy lives in Germany. Such a great example of the connections and network we have!
alcohol inks at work
We held the event in a new bar/restaurant called Hinge on Main Street. We were on the top floor with plenty of space to play. They set up a line of tables for us which we covered in plastic and then supplies.
writing station
When guests came in they were given their inspiration kits and given a quick introduction to what was happening. They could make a small book, some mail art, follow a prompt that was scattered around the table, or just go whatever they felt like doing. People ordered food and drinks from the bar and everyone participated, even some folks who hadn't made art for years.
into it
Along with organizing this first event, I have been hard at work finalizing the route. I am almost done confirming the locations. In each one I need a host who can connect me with local venues, media, and housing so this has meant a lot of email flying back and forth! But it is almost done.
The Kickstarter only has 12 more days to go! And we still need $8,600! Please help by passing this along. We want to bring this event to 50 locations across the country, but we need help getting there. Thanks!
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Reader Comments (1)
IT was a great time! Hoping the money comes pouring in so the great cross country tour can begin!