We will explore how art is protected under copyright laws, the concept of greeking and its purpose in media, and the necessary steps to obtain clearance for art to safeguard your projects. We are also excited to give our attendees a chance at the end to create their own copyright free art to be stored at Harbor Island Studios for future projects to come!

Creative Works is a dynamic event for creative professionals and commercial artists who are serious about their craft and its meaningful impact. The summit’s programming features inspiring presentations, hands-on workshops, software demos, and intentional networking opportunities—all designed to elevate creative work and accelerate career growth. Led by industry practitioners and thought leaders, Creative Works events provide actionable insights, real-world skills, and opportunities to connect with a community that values creativity as a disciplined practice. Whether supporting brand and communication designers, freelancers, creative entrepreneurs, or creative teams, Creative Works offers the tools and inspiration to empower teams to thrive in their craft and make a lasting impact on people, communities, businesses, and the world.

This workshop aims to demystify the grip & electric department, helping you understand the various tools, gain hands-on experience, and appreciate the essential role G&E plays in supporting every department on set. Whether you're aiming for a career in G&E or simply curious about the process and equipment, this event is for you!

This is your chance to learn from one of the best in the business around launching or rebranding an entity. Whether you're a small business, independent creative, or just looking to enhance your personal brand, this workshop is for you.

We will be diving into brand strategies, design tips, how to better resonate with target audiences, establishing a unique point-of-view in the market (aka, vision), and why a solid brand identity is essential for a strong go-to-market strategy.

A group exhibition curated by Tiana Tobey and Sloan Miller, featuring the following Seattle artists:

Liv Lane

Rachel Comer

Olivia Montoya

Lilia Deering

Izzy Nestegard

Dovey Martinez

Mary Anne Carter

Nathalie Villanueva

Esmeralda Vasquez

Bridget O’Brien-Smith

Join a panel of experts and industry leaders as they discuss the city’s evolving entertainment landscape and its business impact in Entertainment Evolved: A Conference on the Business of Entertainment. 

Discover insights on AI's impact on content creation and distribution, strategies for engaging Gen Z audiences and innovative business models shaping the industry's future. 

Seattle Theatre Group offers free tours of the Neptune Theatre.

Neptune Theatre tours are on the third Saturday of every month. Please meet in front of the main entrance of the Theatre – on the corner of N.E. 45th Street and Brooklyn – by 10am. The tours will last approximately 90 minutes and will be lead by members of our well-versed volunteer staff.

Keep the holiday blues at bay by tapping into your creative juices in one of SODO's most creative studio hubs

Join us on Saturday, Dec 14th, from 5-7pm for an Open Studios tour of a one-of-a-kind maker space located in the heart of SODO. Not only will you get an inside-access tour of Graypants Studio, but you'll enjoy access into the wildly colorful studio of interdisciplinary artist and designer, Carmen Woodson.

SEATTLE CREATES, in partnership with the artist, is excited to extend this unique opportunity to welcome a select few into this creative studio ecosystem. What to expect? Hear it first from Carmen herself:

Immediately following our monthly Factory Market, join me for a hands-on workshop where we will explore color, shape, and design--materials provided. All you gotta do is bring an open mind and willingness to participate.

Carmen Woodson is a multidisciplinary artist with a BFA in Interior Architecture. Carmen works from her studio in SODO, above Graypants, Inc., where she explores painting, textiles, sculpture, and lighting as her primary mediums. In addition to her art practice, Carmen also organizes and hosts a monthly art market in Graypants’ workspace, fostering creativity and connection within the local arts community.

Wow! We’ve definitely leveled up after a packed year of workshops, field trips, and connections! And we’ve designed one more for YOU! Come celebrate our game-changing year at SEATTLE CREATES’ 2024 Program EOY Celebration! Save the date! Details to come.

Paramount Theatre tours are on the first Saturday of every month. Please meet in front of the main entrance of the theatre – on the corner of 9th and Pine – by 10am. The tours will last approximately 120 minutes and will be lead by members of our well-versed volunteer staff.

“Over 450,000 patrons pass through the doors of The Paramount each year. These free tours give the public a chance to learn more about this historic Theatre while giving them a glimpse behind the scenes,” said Josh LaBelle, Executive Director of Seattle Theatre Group – the non-profit performing arts organization that owns and operates the historic Paramount and Moore Theatres.

We’re excited to welcome Hernan Paganini, a Seattle-based artist originally from Argentina, whose work bridges art, education, and public spaces.

A message from the Hernan:

I invite you to discover the heart of my artistic work.

Come visit my studio and immerse yourself in the space where my creations come to life. Here, you'll be able to see the alchemy of my creative process from the very beginning, initial sketches and drawings, to collages, and all the way to the installations, sculptures that eventually take shape in the space.

It's a unique opportunity to explore the b-side ' kitchen ' , the place where everything transforms. I’ll be happy to share this process with you, answer your questions, and let you witness how ideas evolve into reality.

Join us for our fourth session of MXR : SEA, a series of FREE in-person workshops and industry networking events designed to support small businesses, entrepreneurs, and those who work within Seattle's vibrant creative economy. Organized by the Office of Economic Development.

Seattle Theatre Group offers free tours of the Neptune Theatre.

Neptune Theatre tours are on the third Saturday of every month. Please meet in front of the main entrance of the Theatre – on the corner of N.E. 45th Street and Brooklyn – by 10am. The tours will last approximately 90 minutes and will be lead by members of our well-versed volunteer staff.

We’re cooking up something special for ya! Save the date! Workshop details to come…

Seattle Theatre Group offers free tours of the Moore Theatre.

Moore Theatre tours are on the second Saturday of every month. Please meet in front of the main entrance of the Theatre – on the corner 2nd and Virginia – by 10am. The tours will last approximately 120 minutes and will be lead by members of our well-versed volunteer staff.

Paramount Theatre tours are on the first Saturday of every month. Please meet in front of the main entrance of the theatre – on the corner of 9th and Pine – by 10am. The tours will last approximately 120 minutes and will be lead by members of our well-versed volunteer staff.

“Over 450,000 patrons pass through the doors of The Paramount each year. These free tours give the public a chance to learn more about this historic Theatre while giving them a glimpse behind the scenes,” said Josh LaBelle, Executive Director of Seattle Theatre Group – the non-profit performing arts organization that owns and operates the historic Paramount and Moore Theatres.

Join us for our fourth session of MXR : SEA, a series of FREE in-person workshops and industry networking events designed to support small businesses, entrepreneurs, and those who work within Seattle's vibrant creative economy. Organized by the Office of Economic Development.

Join Theatre Puget Sound with their 2024 Gregory Awards on October 21st, 2024. This will be a major networking opportunity to young theatre people.

This year’s event will be the first in-person ceremony that Theatre Puget Sound has hosted since 2019, and theme is DISCO. TPS is happy to be working together with our Staff, Board of Directors, and community to bring back this ceremony post-pandemic. Our nominators have been hard at work over this past year, attending productions and scoring in a variety of award categories— many of them being brand new— and we cannot wait to celebrate the work of our vibrant theatre community with you all! 74 Nominators attended 50 shows resulting in nearly 400 submissions for consideration!

Seattle Theatre Group offers free tours of the Neptune Theatre.

Neptune Theatre tours are on the third Saturday of every month. Please meet in front of the main entrance of the Theatre – on the corner of N.E. 45th Street and Brooklyn – by 10am. The tours will last approximately 90 minutes and will be lead by members of our well-versed volunteer staff.

This Drop-in Clinic is a playful, fun, and incredibly effective session to invent to things, bounce ideas off others, and collaborate with other Creative Entrepreneurs.

Greg G is a film writer, and a former VP of Creative Development at Disney, all while being an absolute joy to work with!

Designing Your Life's Work is about finding your "true north", your core message, and about expressing your heart's work in your business.

Seattle Theatre Group offers free tours of the Moore Theatre.

Moore Theatre tours are on the second Saturday of every month. Please meet in front of the main entrance of the Theatre – on the corner 2nd and Virginia – by 10am. The tours will last approximately 120 minutes and will be lead by members of our well-versed volunteer staff.

The show must go on (sorry we had to), and clearly it will when we bring you behind the curtain on all the makings of a great show. Save this workshop date, and we promise to advise all the juicy details soon!

Paramount Theatre tours are on the first Saturday of every month. Please meet in front of the main entrance of the theatre – on the corner of 9th and Pine – by 10am. The tours will last approximately 120 minutes and will be lead by members of our well-versed volunteer staff.

“Over 450,000 patrons pass through the doors of The Paramount each year. These free tours give the public a chance to learn more about this historic Theatre while giving them a glimpse behind the scenes,” said Josh LaBelle, Executive Director of Seattle Theatre Group – the non-profit performing arts organization that owns and operates the historic Paramount and Moore Theatres.