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?

Chill Sessions: Creative Meet-Ups is a casual monthly meet-up for artists, emerging creatives, arts administrators, and anyone who enjoys being part of the arts community. Join ASI’s Programs & Outreach 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. However you choose to join, the space is meant to feel open, relaxed, and welcoming.

Attendance is free. We simply ask that guests cover the cost of their own beverage or food purchase.

Date: Thursday, November 12th
Time: 9am-10:30am
Location: Craft Coffee House | 6612 Campbell Blvd, Lockport, NY 14094
Date: Thursday, December 10th
Time: 9am-10:30am
Location: Raha Coffee House at University Plaza | 3500 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14226.

PAST EVENTS

Annette Daniels Taylor

"Step Inside the Creative World of Annette Daniels Taylor"

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!