Adeeba Khan is the co-owner of Shu Shop, known for its array of sakes and Japanese whiskeys, artfully delicious menu offerings, and clandestine ambiance. Shu Shop -- and Adeeba -- were already beloved downtown mainstays pre-pandemic, but it's her resourcefulness, adaptability, and dedication to staff and community that has made this nightspot shine brightest during dark times. https://youtu.be/xxisS_0PqF8
This year especially, we acknowledge our gratitude to all the creative moms who are juggling the roles of teachers, parents, daughters, partners, sisters, friends, business owners, and community contributors.
Bryan Johnson is a brand narrative photographer who has built a reputation for capturing emotion and telling the stories that connect us and the moments we want to share. Like many others in our creative community. Bryan’s work has been greatly impacted by COVID-19. Social distancing has postponed many of the weddings Bryan would typically be shooting this time of year. Instead, he has found poignant beauty in photographing his quarantined Crestwood neighbors and renewed inspiration…
Birmingham sculptor Emily Meisler shares how shifting during Covid has helped her focus on her art in new ways, how you can check out Magic City Art Connection's virtual gallery, and why now is a great time to explore your creativity. https://youtu.be/SpPFGVqJ7xg
Salaam Green is a community activist, educator, spoken word artist, and founder of Literary Healing Arts. This week on Virtual Conversations with Creatives, Salaam shares how writing helped her heal, how forced isolation has changed her creative process, and why now is the best time for even non-writers to begin writing for themselves. https://youtu.be/JDOKXqqbaZ8