Gaston Arts Council: Amplify Meetups

This winter, our Amplify Meetup invites artists to ground themselves in reflection and intention through the art of affirmation deck-making. In this creative session, participants will design personal affirmation cards to clarify their goals, nurture positive habits, and carry motivation into the year ahead.

Alongside this activity, we’ll hear a Spark Story from a local creative voice and open conversation around the question: “How do you stay motivated in the quiet months?” Together, we’ll explore practices that sustain us, discover shared wisdom, and leave with tangible tools to support our creative journeys.

Amplify Meetups are part of a quarterly series designed to support, connect, and elevate Gaston County’s arts community. Each session provides a creative activity, space for dialogue, and opportunities to build relationships with fellow artists.

Schedule9:00–9:15 | Welcome + Coffee/Tea Social9:15–9:45 | Vision Board + Affirmation Deck Creation9:45–10:15 | Spark Story & Discussion: “How do you stay motivated in the quiet months?”10:15–10:30 | Closing Thoughts + Resource Table

Each Amplify Meetup offers a moment to pause and reconnect - with your practice, your peers, and yourself. Whether you’re seeking fresh energy for the new year, inspiration from fellow creatives, or simply the joy of making, this gathering promises encouragement, community, and space to breathe new life into your artistic path.

Host or Publisher Gaston Arts Council