CHILL SESSIONS

Chill Sessions is a relaxed and welcoming gathering designed for artists and arts professionals to connect, share, and inspire. We created these events in hopes of providing a comfortable space for meaningful conversations. Participants can engage with fellow creatives, delve into topics that resonate with their work, and build relationships that enrich their artistic journeys.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Join us for our upcoming Chill Sessions: Creative Meet-Ups at Five Points Bakery on Tuesday, July 23, 2026.

This casual meet-up is free to attend, no advanced registration required!

Questions? Email Gaitrie at [email protected] and we’d be happy to help!

“Chill Sessions: Creative Meet-Ups”

Chill Sessions: Creative Meet-Ups is a casual bi-monthly meet-up designed for WNY’s creative community. Join ASI’s Programs & Outreach Coordinator Coordinator, Gaitrie Subryan, at a local coffee shop to connect with others, talk through ideas, share what you’re working on, or simply spend time alongside creative people.

There’s no formal agenda. Some people may come to network or brainstorm. Others may just want a change of scenery while they work.

Attendance is free. We simply ask that guests cover the cost of their own beverage or food purchase. Registration not required.

Upcoming Events:

Thursday, July 23rd | Location: Five Points Bakery

9am - 10:30am
44 Brayton St, Buffalo, NY 14213

Thursday, September 24th | Location: Wonder Coffeehouse

9am - 10:30am
323 Ganson St, Buffalo, NY 14203

PAST EVENTS

Chantal Calato

"Art, Resilience, and Environmental Narrative"

Griffin Brady

"Rhythm, Ritual, and Renewal: Navigating Loss through the 13 Moons"

Sarah Haykel

"Rest & Self-Care: Listening & Responding to Our Natural Rhythms at Artists"

Janna Willoughby-Lohr

"Make Art Work: Strategies for Thriving as a Creative Entrepreneur" - sponsored in part by Devi Performing Arts.

Jillian Barrile

"An Intimate Conversation about Intimacy and Art" - sponsored in part by Anderson's

Brandon Williamson & Sara Rodriguez, aka Saranaide

"Serenity in Verse and Vibes"

Michael Gelen

"Art, Life, and Resilience"

DJ Lisa Lux

"Love for Yourself: Health and the Artist"

Aaron Bartley

"Art & Activism"
Curtis Lovell Headshot

Curtis Lovell

"The Art of Theatre"
ElBatey Headshot

Beatriz Flores

"Community Engagement through the Arts"

XIII

"Art in the Digital Age"

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Supporting Chill Sessions is an investment in Western New York’s creative community. Chill Sessions is Arts Services Inc.’s community-centered gathering series designed for artists and arts professionals to connect, share ideas, and build relationships across Western New York.

These quarterly sessions offer a relaxed, welcoming space for conversation and exchange, featuring a different established regional artist who shares their story, strengths, and the challenges they’ve navigated in their career.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

We are grateful to our past sponsors for supporting Chill Sessions, a series dedicated to fostering creativity and community connection. Thank you for helping us make these events possible!

 

MAKE A DONATION TO OUR GENERAL FUND

Love what we do, but can’t make it to the event? Why not make a donation – we appreciate that too!