How Westfield Creative Collective Is Strengthening Central Indiana’s Creative Infrastructure Recent findings from the Central Indiana Regional Development Authority (CIRDA) Arts & Culture Strategic Plan offer a clear message: Central Indiana’s creative economy is strong — but incomplete. The data reveals both opportunity and urgency . Arts and culture contribute more than $10 billion annually to Indiana’s economy, with Central Indiana accounting for 39% of creative jobs and 46% of creative...

How Experience-Based Creativity Thrives in the Age of AI As we step deeper into a world where artificial intelligence is becoming an everyday tool, it’s natural for artists and creators to feel a mix of curiosity and concern. Many of us, especially those working in digital arts, animation, and music, might wonder what the future holds when machines can generate content with the click of a button. But here’s the hopeful truth: the future of art isn’t about competing with AI. It’s about leaning...

Reflections On “Groupcore” And The Power Of Collective Creation Inspired by Yancey Strickler and Metalabel’s work on “groupcore” Every so often, you encounter a thinker whose words feel like they’ve been waiting for you—someone who doesn’t just inspire you, but gives shape to ideas you’ve been carrying quietly for years. For me, that person is Yancey Strickler, co-founder of Kickstarter and co-founder of Metalabel. His recent writing on a concept he calls “groupcore” unlocked something I’ve...