Special Episode: Stoop Talk A Platform Event For Black Creatives In Northwest Arkansas

About the Show:In this Special Episode of the I am Northwest Arkansas podcast, we feature Larissa Ramey, a local artist and graduate student in the MFA program at the University of Arkansas.She is hosting an art workshop (STOOP TALK) on May 15, 2022, collaborating with Lakisha Harper Bradley at MYTBYDESIGN studio and other local artists.This event hopes to spread the word about Black creatives in Northwest Arkansas through community and creativity.Description of Workshop:STOOP TALK is a collaborative event for community members to have a fun-filled Sunday afternoon working with local artists and sharing their crafts. There will be ceramics, painting, photography, printmaking, and zine demos to learn about art in a safe space to talk creatively, eat, laugh, and be with one another! The event will be at MYTBYDESIGN studio in Fayetteville from 12:00-4:00 PM on Sunday, May 15th,2022.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*This episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at [email protected] With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:Winetopia 2026Winetopia 2026 Date: Friday, October 16th Time: 7-10pm Place: Stonebreaker Hotel on Markham hill Winetopia is Restore Humanity’s biggest annual fundraiser and brings together the very best of Northwest Arkansas (restaurants, artisans, small businesses, and (community members) to support our work. While the event raises essential funds for children in Kenya, its heartbeat is entirely local. There are over 100 local businesses who contribute auction items, regional chefs and beverage makers who showcase their craft, and the hundreds of residents gathering to celebrate community generosity. Winetopia strengthens local partnerships, elevates homegrown talent, and reinforces Northwest Arkansas's identity as a place where global compassion is fueled by local collaboration. Winetopia is a beautiful demonstration of how a united local community can create life-changing impact for children and families worldwide. Winetopia 2026