2020 Vision: seeing Birmingham through the creative lens
“We believe in the value that a creative culture brings to the Birmingham community — both the tangible value of economic growth and the intangible value of quality of life.”
“We believe in the value that a creative culture brings to the Birmingham community — both the tangible value of economic growth and the intangible value of quality of life.”
"I believed in my artistic ability but, as an introvert, I didn't feel confident going out and networking. CO.STARTERS gave me the tools to learn how to market myself and a network of like-minded people to advise and support me. "
"Savage poses the question, 'What makes a man civilized and what makes him a savage?' I hope, more than anything, we inspire people to reevaluate how we look at each other now."
"Architecture is not a singular art form. It is about collectively creating spaces, and I love working with clients and colleagues to make environments for community."
"My gift is to share my story and the stories of the people, particularly women, who I am creating jewelry for. I am approaching fifty, and I wear my stories proudly: the lessons, the pain, and the love... I want to make people who have felt beaten down at some point in their lives feel powerful and important. I create art for the human condition."