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We are unapologetic advocates for Washington State creatives.
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❄️ The Wheelhouse team is slowing down to enjoy the season. We’ll be checking email intermittently while we prepare for 2026. We will return to regular office hours starting Monday, January 5, 2026. Happy Holidays!
December 23, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Since going into effect October 1, 2025, there have been many questions surrounding ESSB 5814. We’ve compiled a growing list of resources that you can refer to for guidance. Swipe through for a preview! 

🔗 You can find the links to these resources at www.wheelhousewa.org/sb5814
December 18, 2025 at 6:49 PM
✏️ Squire Broel believes in slow art — the kind that builds a deep appreciation for the creative process. He spoke with us about adopting a unique business model, what artists should do at the beginning of their careers and how he honors client timelines. 

🔗 Read more at ow.ly/Q9ls50XATyR
December 2, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Start your Monday off with this collection of creative events and opportunities! Want to be featured in our next roundup? Send us a message! 

#WheelhouseWA #BadassCreative #CreativeEconomy #CreativeEvents #CreativeOpportunities #WashingtonState #WashingtonCreatives #WashingtonEvents
November 17, 2025 at 9:46 PM
👋 Meet Jason Bennett—a singer/songwriter/guitarist for 40 years. He now focuses primarily on oil painting and wallows in contemporary folk art expressionism. Check out more at www.bennettfolk.com

🔗 Tell us your creative business story! ow.ly/FAna50XqIeY
November 12, 2025 at 7:37 PM
🍰 Faith Charlotte is crafting the tastiest looking treats—but not the ones you can eat! She’s the creative behind Ceramic Charlie, a Tri-Cities-based business known for its unique ceramic goods. How does she do it? 

Read all about it at ow.ly/f9AF50Xm69z
November 3, 2025 at 9:04 PM
🎨 Meet Charles Spitzack—an artist and arts educator based in Seattle, WA, specializing in woodcut printmaking. He creates work in his personal studio, teaches printmaking to a diverse range of students, and serves as Board President of Seattle Print Arts.

🔗 Tell us your story at ow.ly/Lmk350Xl6B3
October 31, 2025 at 5:32 PM
🍂 Let’s round out October with a Creative Roundup! There are tons of community events happening, along with a few open calls mixed in. Swipe for the deets on these awesome events and opportunities.

Want to be featured in our next roundup? Send us a message! 

#WheelhouseWA #CreativeEconomy
October 30, 2025 at 11:06 PM
💍 Joanne Marracci creates not only stunning jewelry pieces, but color-coordinated spreadsheets too!

Lucky for us, we got to chat with Marracci on how she uses Excel, her technique to pricing goods, and how she’s dealt with self-doubt surrounding her work.

🔗 Learn all about it at ow.ly/EQXr50Xh4Ti
October 23, 2025 at 7:09 PM
🪴 Meet Eva Lee—co-owner of The Kristen Paul Collection, a small batch, handmade botanical infused body care business.
Find out more at thekristenpaulcollection.com.

🔗 Want to be spotlighted? Tell us your creative business story! ow.ly/pqyE50XfcAO
October 20, 2025 at 8:58 PM
📸 Deputy Director Rachelle Nesta had a fantastic time at this year's Creative Economy Career Day!

Creative Economy Career Day is a free, annual event presented by the City of Seattle Office of Economic Development and Office of Arts & Culture for young individuals interested in creative careers.
October 16, 2025 at 9:22 PM
💡 An important reminder from Michelle Pope, Creative Economy Coalition member and previous panelist at our Creatives Get Real event in Olympia, for anyone working to elevate their craft and creative business. Keep at it! 

❓ What goals are you working towards for your business? Let us know below!
October 13, 2025 at 11:34 PM
The idea for Indigenous Eats began after Jenny Slagle ran concessions at a powwow, and they've since opened two physical locations in Spokane. Slagle took us through their journey of opening the business, and the decision to bring on a 28-foot food trailer. 

Dig into this story at ow.ly/w99c50X9kP2
October 9, 2025 at 5:36 PM
👋 Meet Pooja Ganesh, a Kathak artist, vocalist, educator and choreographer with over 15 years of training.

Want to be featured? Share your creative business story with us! ow.ly/PEPY50WEOM2

#WheelhouseWA #BadassCreative #CreativeEconomy #WashingtonCreatives #KirklandCreatives #StatewideSpotlight
October 7, 2025 at 6:05 PM
🎃 There's lots happening across Washington State this spooky month! You’ll find a day dedicated to creative careers, a film summit and more. Swipe for the deets on these awesome events and opportunities. 

Want to be featured in our next roundup? Send us a message!
October 3, 2025 at 9:50 PM
🎥 Megan Kennedy of Rogue Heart Media is all about media that makes a difference. Definition: she’s helping others find their voice to create genuine stories.

So, how does she decide who to work with? Why a B Corp business? What’s her experience with networking? Learn more at ow.ly/je3t50X4uHL
September 30, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Aramis Hamer transitioned from full-time registered nurse to full-time working artist, and has been on the journey since! We sat down to find out how she made the shift strategically and how the small connections made in her community transformed into her biggest projects. 

🔗 ow.ly/Kphu50X1KMw
September 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
🌤️ The weather may be getting cooler, but the creative opportunities are hotter than ever! Swipe to learn all about it. 

#WheelhouseWA #BadassCreative #CreativeEconomy #CreativeEvents #CreativeOpportunities #WashingtonState #WashingtonCreatives #WashingtonEvents
September 22, 2025 at 10:55 PM
We would like to make you aware of new resources available for Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5814, which added new business activities to the definition of retail sales. Businesses will be required to begin collecting sales tax on these services on October 1. Learn more at conta.cc/3Kb8ynr
September 18, 2025 at 10:22 PM
If you’re trying to launch your small business, Google, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok are the biggest platforms nowadays. This guide will walk you through how to utilize each one to its fullest, with insightful tips along the way.

🔗 ow.ly/tarN50WXclm
September 15, 2025 at 8:54 PM
🎊 Wenatchee! Thank you for making Creatives Get Real a success!

Big thanks to our panelists, for bringing their insightful stories and Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center for having us at their incredible space. Shoutout to board member Jamie Howell for helping us make this event possible!
September 12, 2025 at 10:33 PM
For Andre Bouchard, there’s no denying that organizational culture is a fundamental building block of any business. From the internal to external aspects, Bouchard dives into what makes culture the common denominator for successful creative businesses and connections.

🔗 ow.ly/3VXg50WW09x
September 12, 2025 at 6:28 PM
🎙️ Last, but certainly not least, is Derek Sheffield who rounds out the panel at our upcoming Creatives Get Real event in Wenatchee.

🔗 RSVP at ow.ly/iAtL50WOqWp

#WheelhouseWA #BadassCreative #CreativeEconomy #CreativeEvents #WashingtonCreatives #WenatcheeCreatives #poetlaureate #poetry
September 4, 2025 at 3:59 PM
🎤 Up next is Ron Evans, offering a master of many perspectives to the panel at our upcoming Creatives Get Real event in Wenatchee.

🔗 RSVP at ow.ly/iAtL50WOqWp

#WheelhouseWA #BadassCreative #CreativeEconomy #CreativeEvents #CreativePanels #WashingtonCreatives #WenatcheeCreatives #art
September 3, 2025 at 6:14 PM
🎙️ Meet Elaine Eagle, another bold voice at our upcoming Creatives Get Real event in Wenatchee!

🔗 RSVP at ow.ly/OXcX50WNb1m

#WheelhouseWA #BadassCreative #CreativeEconomy #CreativeEvents #CreativePanels #WashingtonCreatives #WenatcheeCreatives #musician #songwriting
August 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM