How Art Night Detroit fuels the creative flame of the city's multifaceted artists

How Art Night Detroit fuels the creative flame of the city’s multifaceted artists
Art is everything

By Layla McMurtrie on Fri, Aug 4, 2023 at 2:06 pm




(Detroit Metro Times) Creativity, camaraderie, authenticity, and a village of support crafted with intention — that’s just some of what you’ll get walking into Art Night Detroit.

Not only is art important for communities, but having a community is important for artists. Local artists are provided one through this event, described by its founder as “a trio of networking, creative work time, and a club-esque setting.” The event has grown from a private house hangout between friends to a community experience.

The event’s magical feeling is cultivated through dim lighting, not-too-loud music, unique spaces, emerging local artists, and the brain behind it all – Detroit-based artist, graphic designer, DJ, and producer Nathan Karinen.

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Starting in January, Art Night Detroit has been open to the public at various venues across the city, averaging around 100 people in attendance each time. Karinen’s simple yet powerful vision has flourished, granting local artists of all sorts a consistent collaborative networking environment, promotion engine, workspace, and overall fun time. ..............(more)

https://www.metrotimes.com/arts/how-art-night-detroit-fuels-the-creative-flame-of-the-citys-multifaceted-artists-33785968