Every once in a while we have the good fortune of working on a project that we feel truly matters, a project that we’ll still be thinking about years from now. Maybe even something we can imagine telling our grandkids about – surely you’ve had moments like that where something you did in your professional life really mattered?

Zara Woolf

I have recently produced my first documentary documentary. “The Beauty Problem”, looks into how women are valued in society based on their appearances. Read more>>

Ben Rodgers

The Hidden Treasures of Richard H. Rodgers! Studied illustrations under Thorton Oakley at the School of Industrial Art. Then studied landscape and figure painting under Henry Snell, Emil Gruppe and other prominent artists. Read more>>

Ira Irvani

A few months ago, I wrapped production on my film “Birds of Paradise.” It’s a queer period-piece short film set in 1930s Hollywood during the enforcement of the motion picture production code, which censored… Read more>>

MacKenzie Pudenz

Meaningful family photography projects hold a profound significance for me because they resonate deeply with my core values and emotions. Read more>>

Manasa Thimmiya Appaneravanda

I live by the belief that community is at the heart of my art. My experiences and interactions in this world are the foundation to all my projects. Read more>>

Constantin Augustinus Sieve

I have been working on a short film called “Saudade” for the past 4 months. It is a silent, dance short film exploring themes such as Longing, Love, the multi dimensional layers of a relationship and heartbreak. Read more>>

Noe

The most meaningful project so far is one that will be launching in a month so, fingers crossed it goes well! I was inspired to start the Oculta Latin dance series (Salsa & Bachata socials held in secret locations around Cincinnati) after being involved in Don’t Tell Comedy, a secret location series for local comedy shows. Read more>>

Brian Ballance

A project that has meant a lot to me would definitely be my show, The Interesting Podcast. I started it in September of 2015 and it’s become one of the most personally fulfilling things I’ve done. Read more>>

Marcella Kriebel

One of the most meaningful projects that I involve myself with is making public art- large scale, murals. when I make them in the Pacific Northwest, I have the great fortune to collaborate with my two parents who are both artists to0. Read more>>

Maya Rosalia

A few years ago I wrote a song centered around the theme of investing deeply in others, yet receiving little in return. Upon the songs creation, it quickly became my personal favorite out of the other songs I had written. Read more>>

Clinton Whiting

A couple of years after graduate school, as a professional artist, I created and curated a project called “Art in the Home”. The purpose being to put original fine art in the hands of families who under normal circumstances could not afford original fine art. Read more>>

Siqi Fan

“Bon appéit” is an important exhibition for me, and it took place from Feb.4, 2024, to Feb.10, 2024, in Santa Clarita, CA. It navigates the intricate junction of food, commodity, and culture, employing unique censorship to zoom in on the tension of a dilemma: Read more>>

Danny Staton

I usually look for projects that align with my values and allow me to make a positive impact on others. If I can see the direct benefits of my work, it’s definitely a project worth investing my time and energy into. Read more>>

Jennifer Daniels Neal

Until I was forty-five, I’d never written anything longer than a song. I’m not sure I knew I had permission to, which is bizarre since I’m such a champion of human creativity. Read more>>

Herbie J Pilato

Every project I work on is meaningful or else I wouldn’t work on it. I do not accept, suggest or pitch projects that I do not passionately believe in. For me, it’s never been about the money. Read more>>

Princess Johnson

I am currently preparing for the world premiere of my seventh, original dance production: The Hair Journey Ballet which is set to debut on Tuesday, April 23 at 7 p.m. in Greensboro, NC. Read more>>

Ciaran Sontag

As an artist and performer, success is often measured by personal achievements or individual accolades. But as a teacher, I have learned that my success and fulfillment comes from investing in others. Read more>>

Christine Moss

When I first moved to Woodstock in 2009, a new friend introduced me to the world of mushrooms. We’re surrounded by forests and there are so many amazing natural treasures to be discovered. Read more>>

Lara Price

I recently finished my 8th album. I feel like my personal performances were better than the last studio recording I did. The album is called Half & Half. Half recorded in Texas, half recorded in California. Read more>>

B. WalterWill

I think this novel, The Yellow Pinto has a purpose of being a really meaningful project because there is a lot of realism, or what can be referred to as dirty realism. Read more>>

Maria Majors

This is probably sort of cliché to say, but I think every project is meaningful because there is always something to be gleaned from the process. Read more>>

Daisy Forester

The most meaningful project of my career thus far has undoubtedly been with my current band, Dial Tone. We released our debut self-titled album last November, Read more>>

Juan Arreche

Since I was a child, I always heard melodies and sounds that may be able to fit into the synapses of a song, humming along or adding my own ideas. Read more>>

David Ridd

There have been two projects I’ve worked on that have really impacted me for different reasons. The first was my first-ever order on Fiverr. I posted my “gig” for Creative Writing, made my profile live, and within a few hours received a message from an artist trying to create a video game. Read more>>

Chisum & Melissa Pierce

The works that we both do is related to sustainability, social justice/fare wages, and helping others through our artistic practices. Read more>>

Alejandra Macouzet

I believe that one of the most wonderful things about working as a professional artist is that you have the chance to be a part of projects that have an impact on what matters to you, what you want to contribute to the world, and which messages you want to share. Read more>>

Andrea A Jackson

The two most meaningful projects I have done are those I am currently working on. They tend to be the stories that won’t leave me alone until I get them out. Read more>>

Kristian Blackmon

As an art & event curator my intention from the start was to always produce something meaningful. The first project I did in 2012 was entitled,’Invisible No More’ that spoke to the plight of Black women & girls specifically around them going missing & communal & state sanctioned violence. Read more>>

Essence Natay

Completing and releasing my Ep ‘In the Wilderness’ as my first full body of work was a huge accomplishment. For starters, when I transitioned to worship from secular, I had no idea what that would even sound like, Read more>>

Anlan Tao

I am currently immersed in what I consider my most significant project to date—my USC Thesis Film, “Little Fierce Loong.” This childhood fantasy is a tender and poignant fable that delves into the complexities of race and class, illustrating how these constructs can drive us apart. Read more>>

Brea’ Williams

My senior thesis in high school was my most meaningful body of work. It centered around the grief of my father, who died when I was 10 from complications with diabetes. Read more>>

Ricardo Tostado

The most meaningful project I’ve worked on so far is my latest album, “Don’t Be Afraid, I Loved You.” When I first decided on releasing my own music four years ago, I knew I had the intention of releasing something that represented my in full vulnerability and transparency. Read more>>

Jack Herscowitz

As a part of my MFA recital at CalArts, I wrote the piece “Television Dream Star” for soprano, electronics, staging, video, and lighting. Read more>>

Bridget Purdy

Coming from Louisiana, I’ve faced my fair share of hurricanes, and that’s what sparked the idea for my original play, “Hurricane Party.” Read more>>

Tiffy Sea

When I first returned back to my creative space, I started out by taking commissions, which allowed me to challenge myself, find my niche, and be able to give back to those who were supporting me. Read more>>

Caitlin Schmitt

I was recently asked to create a portrait of two sisters who had passed away many years ago, even though these sisters had not met. Read more>>

Nico Carrillo

One of the most significant projects I’ve worked on involves photographing extreme sports and activities, particularly in outdoor settings. Read more>>

Brittney Greer

ThebHappy Halloween feature film is by far the most meaningful project I’ve worked on. I’ve been a huge fan of Halloween (the holiday) and horror films since I was a kid. Read more>>

Lindsay Lucas-Bartlett

So since I was about sixteen years old I have wanted to write and perform a solo show but never knew what I wanted it to be about or how to go about it, and I was also scared. Read more>>

Rian Julka

During middle school, my mother was diagnosed with an aggressive onset of Parkinson’s disease, abruptly reversing the roles of caretaking within our family overnight. Read more>>

Ruby Antolin

I am fortunate to be working on several meaningful projects. The first one is a new music project that I started this past fall called Happy Happy Song Machine. Read more>>

Kristin Carter

One of the most meaningful projects I’ve worked on is my debut album “Full Bloom” which was released on April 5th. I envision this album like a garden of songs. Read more>>

Rick Rodstrom

My previous, current and future acting projects. Also, my current rock album project. Read more>>