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Cal Cullen and Margy Waller have made Creative Placemaking (an evolving practice that intentionally leverages the power of the arts, culture and creativity to serve a community) a part of their personal and professional missions. We discuss the evolving definition of Creative Placemaking, how we make the process and outcomes equitable, and what to expect at the Creative Placemaking Leadership Summit Midwest in Cincinnati Oct 10-12. Visit: www.cpcommunities.org/midwest www.wavepoolgallery.org www.thestylesample.com Music & sound mixing by Tubelow.

The torch has been passed, and the 2018 Haile Fellows are digging in: Nicole Armstrong is developing Queen City Certified, a business certification system focused on gender equity, and Elisa Hoffman is creating School Board School, training that provides potential school board officials with the skills, experience, and mindset to be effective in that role. We talk about what it means to manage a “streaming” project, learning from each other’s type-A tendencies, and what happens *after* the fellowship. I also had some advice based on my experience as a 2017 Fellow, including: - What to do (and what to definitely NOT do) - Shipping when it hits B- - My most meaningful pivot - Incorrect assumptions I made - The fellowship year timeline - Staying on track while maintaining life balance - The one thing I recommend doing ASAP Want to get involved? Get in touch with Nicole and Elisa via People’s Liberty (hello@peoplesliberty.org), or get in touch with me at hello@tethercincinnati.com. Visit: tethercincinnati.com peoplesliberty.org Follow @tethercincy on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter Follow @thestylesample on Instagram and Twitter Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Photographer extraordinaire Claudia Hershner (claudiahershner.com) operates as a commercial photographer, focusing on product, with many a passion project taking place in her Newport studio. Photography marries all the artistic elements she loves and the immediacy of photography is also particularly gratifying. Her love of collaboration with other artists and the creative process of producing a shoot led to her involvement with two separate shoots for the upcoming Tether Sourcebook: Medicine Dance and Astro Enigma. Learn how she “paints” on and with the camera, the dance photographers themselves actually do behind the lens, the many uses of crystals, and how she incorporates her fine art background into digital photography. Visit: claudiahershner.com chelseacutrell.com thebeautyway.net tethercincinnati.com Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

For this special series, I’m talking to some of the talented folks who created photo shoots for the Tether Sourcebook about their inspiration, process, and industry insights.  Visual artist and graphic designer Janet Creekmore has loved photography for a long time—she even managed a photo studio. She wanted to do a food shoot that presented a challenge, and serendipitously met photographer Marlene Rounds, who connected with food stylist Jeffrey Martin. Learn how they recruited a cast of surprisingly cooperative “real people,” how their favorite shot came together on the fly, and what happened to the food once the photos were taken (hint: they ate it).  creativeeyecandy.com poppedart.gallery janetcreekmore.com marlenerounds.com         jeffreymartinfoodstylist.com gomezsalsa.com      sliceslicebabypizza.com tethercincinnati.com

For this special series, I’m talking to some of the talented folks who created photo shoots for the Tether Sourcebook about their inspiration, process, and industry insights. Makeup Artist and Educator Stefani Carol (stefanicarol.com) had a brilliant idea for the Tether Sourcebook: an underwater beauty shoot. She connected with Photographer Tina Gutierrez (tinagutierrezartsphotography.com) to help execute the concept, and they—along with an extensive team—created beautifully haunting images. Listen in and learn how! Visit: stefanicarol.com tinagutierrezartsphotography.com tethercincinnati.com thestylesample.com Follow @StefaniCarol and @tinalovesart on Instagram Follow @tethercincy on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter Follow @thestylesample on Instagram and Twitter Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Cincinnati born-and-raised Creative Director Joi Sears is a creative’s creative: she’s done everything from dance and spoken word to photography and theater, earning a BFA in Acting before shifting her focus to combining the arts and social change through entrepreneurship. We talk about her ethical fashion line Amsterdamage, her sustainable pop-up shop The Green Store, and why she was banned from Europe by the Dutch government(!). We also discuss: - Her goal of traveling 30 cities outside the US by her 30th birthday, including places in Brazil, Haiti, an Ghana before winding up in Amsterdam. - The bold mouse and the poetry performance that changed the course of her life. - Her top three tips for zero-waste newbies (hint: cut back on plastic, especially single-use plastic products like water bottles and straws). - Why she wanted The Green Store to be more than a place to shop. - What she discovered researching sustainability and shopping habits of millennials. - Her dream of finding a permanent location for The Green Store and how it could be replicated and adapted to communities in cities around the world (attention funders and investors!). Also mentioned: goingzerowaste.com KetiKotiAmsterdam.nl heesterveldcc.nl thedoschool.org ethicalfashioninitiative.org cincinnatirecycles.org Poem About My Rights by June Jordan Visit: freepeopleinternational.com thegreenstorecincy.com thestylesample.com tethercincinnati.com @4freepeople on Twitter & Instagram @thegreenstorecincy on Instagram @thestylesample on Twitter & Instagram @tethercincy on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Fashion connoisseur Tony Tiemeyer (evolutionfashionstudio.com) opened his first vintage clothing store in 1984, and soon after started carrying the work of then up-and-coming designers like Todd Oldham and Donna Karan. After running several successful designer shops and managing high-end retail, he decided to take on a new challenge: e-commerce. We talk about how he started Evolution Fashion Studio, why he likes to stay incognito, and dressing Cookie Lyon in Dior. We also discuss: - How the Positively 4th Street window exhibit in downtown Cincinnati came together - Why he chose to invest in starting a business when he wasn’t sure what to study in college - How befriending a young Zac Posen eventually led to carrying designers like McQueen, Givenchy, and Lanvin. - What his upcoming plans are for Evolution’s FirstDibs (spoiler: fun things at a lower price point!) - Why he’s tempted by the idea of a brick-and-mortar but focused on growing the e-commerce side of the business. Visit: @evolution1645 on IG evolutionfashionstudio.com Positively 4th Street: http://www.citybeat.com/arts-culture/visual-arts/media-gallery/20854382/positively-fourth-street @thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, & Snapchat Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Jill Goulait (circlecirclejewelry.com) started making jewelry as a hobby after taking a simple soldering class, and what began as a diversion turned into a full-fledged occupation. The simple, minimalist designs that distinguish Circle Circle Jewelry are inspired by deconstructing shapes down to their most basic form. We discuss how and why she changed the name of her business, how she found the perfect Production Assistant, and why it’s important to learn from everything you try. We also discuss: - Going through the vigorous First Batch (firstbatch.org) accelerator program - Why etsy makes a great testing ground for everything from product design to marketing - What a difference straightforward descriptions, on-figure photos, and good customer service makes - How important it is to test, measure results, and stay nimble - Possible plans to make fine jewelry and create a bridal line Visit: circlecirclejewelry.com circlecirclejewelry on Instagram and Facebook Retailers MiCA 12/v, Morrison & Me, and 21C Cincinnati Episode #27 - Fashion Designer Jenifer Sult @thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, & Snapchat Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Kick Lee landed in music production by sheer accident, after studying graphic design and discovering he wasn’t made for the corporate world. He grew up listening to music and has since become a fan of a number of genres, from bluegrass and country to hip-hop and EDM. We talk about his process for creating tracks from scratch, how music licensing works, and why he decided to make music his career (spoiler: it was when he got a $10K check for one gig!). We also discuss: - His experience at Full Sail University and why it was one of the best decisions he made. - Being a Black man with diverse tastes and talents, and the content that inspires him - The difference between exclusive vs non-exclusive licensing, and royalty back-end payments - What agencies and large companies look for when sourcing music for campaigns - Plans for KL Studios, his new recording and production studio designed to empower communities through sound - His affinity for Batman (?!?!) Visit: soundcloud.com/producerkicklee @producerkicklee on Twitter and Instagram  Elementz, Episode #25  @thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat Listen here or download on iTunes, SoundCloud, and Stitcher. Please share, subscribe and rate on iTunes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati's amazing community of creatives.

Stephanie Bohanon studied finance and commercial real estate before a store management position at Preneur crossed her path. The brainchild of Procter & Gamble, Preneur is a yearlong 3rd party popup shop created to share new Tide products with the market and showcase local businesses. We chat about working with independent businesses, what it means to be an experiential retailer, and how today’s ambitious youths make us want to play catch-up. We also discuss: - The benefits of trying new creative ideas to see what sticks - How smaller makers benefit from working with large brands, and vice versa - Upcoming themes like sports, independent fashion (yay!), and wellness - Hosting a series of small events like speaker series, shopping events, and cocktail hours - Partner brands like Arkadiance, Native Brand, Originalitees, Game Day Feels, and Loner Visit: Preneur, 1333 Walnut St. at the corner of Walnut & Mercer @PreneurCincy on Facebook and Instagram MORTAR Pitch night podcast @thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, & Snapchat Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Film Director Brandon Faris co-founded video production studio LEAPFrame in 2013, but his real first love is music. After studying sound production, he took on stints engineering music for commercials (he wrote a song a for Ford Truck ad!) and as a youth minister before learning to edit video by creating classic spots and mini-documentaries for Current TV. We talk about how he got his first videos on air, why he started his own podcast (Filmmakers Drinking Bourbon), and how he’s really a fashionista at heart. We also discussed: - Why getting a job as a used car salesman literally made him cry - Realizing his sweet spot was between somewhere between editing in a dark room and new business development - Product-izing and packaging the video production process - How he always has multiple books in circulation (how?) - Why he converted to a 15-piece capsule wardrobe (again, how?) Visit: brandonfaris.com leapframe.com @bfaris on Instagram @brandonfaris onTwitter fdbpodcast.com thelineup.nyc thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat To listen, head to www.creativecitypodcast.com or download on iTunes, SoundCloud, and Stitcher. Please share, subscribe and rate on iTunes.

Friends Suzy and Brittney met in the first day of class during their 2nd year in college, and have been inseparable ever since. They started Handzy (hellohandzy.com) as a graphic design studio, creating branding for small businesses and stationery for craft fairs before embarking on a new venture: retail. We talk about working with other independent creators, how a more visually holistic approach to design has streamlined their process, and why Instagram Friends are (almost) as good as IRL ones. We also discussed: - How having a shop started as an inside joke that quickly turned into a reality - The process of creating and curating their rad Instagram images - How wedding invitations are the bridge between client work and stationery design - Why networking is not nearly as effective (or fun!) as friend-making - How they approach blogging as a small business Visit: Handzy Design Shop + Studio, 15 W Pike Street, Covington, KY hellohandzy.com hellohandzy on Instagram, Pinterest & Facebook CityFlea.com PleasantryOTR.com HotelCovington.com BraxtonBrewing.com TheHannaford.com DurhamBrandCo.com (aka Boy Handzy) Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Designer Chris Glass (chrisglass.com) intended to go to school to study film, but wound up in Visual Communication, transitioning from analog to computer-based work on the cusp of the digital revolution. We talk about how he progressed from creating CD-ROMS (remember those?) to designing the logo for the Obama administration’s American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, how taking daily photos turned into a motivator to lead an interesting life, and why the Beliebers came after him on Twitter. We also discussed: - How being attracted to a “rock sensibility” led him to design everything from album covers to t-shirts - Finding the rhythm and the beauty of having mundane rest days - His Haile Foundation Fellowship focused on learning more about photography and celebrating the way it can bring people together - The importance of physically meeting in a space and exploring it together - Launching the new PhotoScouting Cincinnati book (available April 3rd!) and Pixels & Ink co-working space Visit: chrisglass.com http://chrisglass.com PhotoCorps.org http://www.photocorps.org/ pixelsand.ink http://www.pixelsand.ink wireandtwine.com http://wireandtwine.com @glass on Twitter @thephotocorps on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thephotocorps/ PeoplesLiberty.org Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

We’re back for Season 4! In episode #31, I talk to Pam Kravetz, an Artist and Art Educator with a penchant for "tutus, big wigs, and faux furs.” She’s done everything from performative art and yarn bombing to teaching children and radical puppetry. We chat about how she found her voice as an artist, the importance of connecting with people through public art, and earning two college varsity letters as the University of Cincinnati Bearcat mascot(!) We also discussed: - Celebrating what you’re good at, and pushing yourself in areas you’re not - How volunteering as a docent helped her realize she enjoyed talking about and teaching art - Why teaching has made her a better artist and vice versa - The need to say something different with her work in today’s political climate - Letting go of the idea of perfection Visit: pamkravetzart.com Pam Kravetz on Facebook @pamkravetz on Instagram  artworkscincinnati.org brazeestreetstudios.com www.pendletonartcenter.com thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

For the final episode of Season 3, I talk to Project Manager Extraordinaire Janet Hill (janethillevents.com), who’s a pro when it comes to finding the path to get things done. She’s worked on everything from ArtWorks’ 21 Candles anniversary celebration to location management for the Marauders movie filmed here in Cincinnati. We chat about the reward of seeing a vision come to life, why collaboration is SO important on large-scale events, and how working at Kenner Toy Co was just as fun as you think would be. We also discussed: - How being a Girl Scout led to gaining experience organizing things and events - How working on the opening of Sawyer Point Park and the Cincinnati bicentennial helped her quick start her career - The secret to keeping up with all of the moving parts of a large-scale project - Being more collaborative than competitive - How to take advantage of unpredictable scenarios and go with the flow Visit: janethillevents.com LinkedIn - Janet Hill thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Katie Fraser & Jacob Trevino founded Gorilla Cinema (gorillacinemapresents.com), a creative experience company. What started as a pop-up pairing cocktails and movies led to opening immersive bar environments (The Overlook Lodge, Video Archive) that are playful, approachable, and incorporate the element of surprise. We talk about the importance of building trust among your community of followers, their plans to create other large-scale immersive experiences, and how convenient it is to be able to store random stuff in your own bar. We also discussed: - Their mission of projecting wonder via guerrilla marketing - Doing something that seems crazy with the intent of making something magical - Bringing extra life to neighborhoods by being approachable and considering what works best for each area - How they hope to foster a community of people who will bring their own creative ideas to life. - Why they decided to give The Overlook Lodge's biggest fans keys to the bar Visit: - GorillaCinemaPresents.com - GorillaCinema on Facebook - gorillacinemapresents on Instagram - @gorillacinema on Twitter - gorillacinemapr on Pinterest - thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

James Avant IV started Obsessive Cake Disorder (ocdcakes.com) to make mental health more approachable by associating it with something positive—like cake. As the winner of the 2016 ArtWorks’ Big Pitch, he’s using the winnings to grow Bakeologie (bakeologie.co), a community kitchen with the goal of getting friends and neighbors around the table to eat, build, and create community. We talk about his background as a culinary instructor, the versatility of baking, and why he didn’t bring any cookies to share during our interview :-( Also discussed: - How he practiced for the ArtWorks Big Pitch and what he did with the Big Check - Why his experience with multiple therapists led him to pursue a degree in Neurobiology - Creating a class experience that is accessible, affordable, and social - His current baking obsession (hint: it involves eclairs) - What it’s like working at the Findlay Kitchen Visit: OCDCakes.com Bakeologie.co @jamesavantiv on Twitter @ocdcakes on Instagram and Facebook @bakeologies on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @thestylesample on Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Fashion Designer Jenifer Sult is the founder of Cut + Sewn (www.cutsewn.com), a multidisiplinary studio that provides design and sewing services in addition to a full product development package for fashion and soft-good product designers. Jenifer’s love of sewing started at an early age, when she started making her own clothes in elementary school(!), and hasn’t waned since. We talk about launching a collection of home-sewing patterns called Daughters of Style, how she helps clients get from the idea stage to the product stage, and why Cincinnati is the perfect place to start a fashion business. We also discuss: - The intuition and understanding that go into the art of pattern making - Why 50% of her fashion designer clients come from New York City - How she connects with small factories right here in the USA - Being part of Artworks Big Pitch and launching a product with First Batch - Opening the SHOWROOM storefront to showcase goods from independent designers Visit: www.cutsewn.com Episode 19 featuring Cosette Showroom independent designer showcase (shwrmgallery@gmail.com) cutsewncincinnati on Instagram @cut_sewn on Twitter @thestylesample on Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion Hifi

Artist-Designers Janet Creekmore and Ben Neal focus on branding for retail, restaurant, and mixed-used lifestyle centers via creative studio Eye Candy (creativeeyecandy.com), but their passion can be summed up thusly: they design for place. We talk about their mobile gallery project POPPED ART, the benefits of being nosy, and how they bring high art into the design process. We also discuss: -How they initially partnered up and joined forces -Becoming part of a community by activating underutilized spaces -What they’ve learned working with People’s Liberty -Why art and artists are crucial to economic development -Tips for combining art and design -The beauty of whiteboards and kanban, a visual process-management system Visit: creativeeyecandy.com poppedart.gallery @eyecandydesign on Instagram @poppedartgallery on Instagram @thestylesample on Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat Head to www.CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Music by The Passion HiFi

Spoken Word Instructor Jori Cotton and Teaching Artist for music Nick Rose work with Elementz (elementz.org), an youth-focused organization dedicated to social and emotional development through the arts. We talk about poetry slams and music performance, the upcoming Artist Showcase, and the rewarding work of helping young people find their voice. We also discuss: -The Elementz Artist Showcase on Thursday October 27th, featuring music, dance and youth poetry -Louder Than a Bomb and the new Poetry Out Loud program via a partnership with Ohio Arts Council -Providing a space where young people can grow and ask questions -Open community dance classes on Mondays (!) Visit: elementz.org ElementzHipHop on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, SoundCloud, and Vimeo TheStyleSample on Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat Featured music by Elementz artists: “Brazilian" by Alex Stallings "Callin’ Me" by T Rock Head to CreativeCityPodcast.com for links and previous episodes, and sign up for the mailing list to keep up with Cincinnati’s amazing community of creatives. Intro & outro music by The Passion HiFi