We’re chatting from a cozy couch at The Photo Outfitters, a community-centered photography shop in Charlotte, NC. They share how their audience has shaped everything they do, from creating helpful workshops to making their website feel like a friendly neighborhood spot. Listen in for tips on building your own creative community and why it’s so important to have a place where people can learn, ask questions, and feel supported.
Guest: Tony & Cannon — The Photo Outfitters | Website | Instagram
Host: Corine (she/they) — Corine Olarte Creative Co.® | Website
Editor: Alexys Carrasquillo — Familia Creative Media | Website | Instagram
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