In our Spotlight, we chat with JL González, an artist-in-residence at our upcoming summit, about how to make creativity a habit, living and working in rural NL, and the inspiration behind his collaborative installation "Beyond the Glass,” (debuting at the (Un)Common Threads Creativity & Innovation Summit on November 7).

With over two decades of experience working with creative agency Perfect Day (in the U.K. and Canada), John Devereaux has seen it all - and learned lots of valuable lessons along the way. That's why we're thrilled to have John, now Creative Director of Perfect Day Canada, share some of these lessons and life experiences during our (Un)Common Threads Creativity & Innovation Summit on November 7 at the Sheraton Hotel in St. John's.

Check out our Q&A with John in our Spotlight!

This week, we introduce you to Daniel Rumbolt and Amber-Lynn Thorne - visual artists from rural Newfoundland and longtime friends who will be joining Business & Arts NL's (Un)Common Threads Creativity & Innovation Summit on November 7 as artists-in-residence. Learn more about their practice, their installation (Net)working, and what inspires their creativity in our Spotlight!

As the voice of the province's tech sector for over three decades, the team at techNL knows that creativity and innovation go hand in hand. That's why they're shining the spotlight on musicians involved with the local tech sector during their inaugural techfest concert (part of Innovation Week 2024).

More in our Spotlight!

As a self-employed artist, you likely have some questions related to filing your taxes that are unique to your situation. If so, you won't want to miss our free, online workshop on September 25 with James Lanning and Jennifer Collins of Keen, where they'll answer all your burning tax-related questions.

Check out our Q&A with James and Jennifer for a preview!

Ross Larkin and Celeste Mah of the popular St. John's restaurant Portage served up some tasty treats and inspiring conversation during Business & Arts NL's (Un)Common Threads: Culinary Creativity event in June, guided by Ted Blades. Read more in our Spotlight!

If you've visited Corner Brook this summer, you might've spotted a vibrant splash of colour at the Hew & Draw Hotel's seacan bar at 55 West Street, courtesy of a mural by local artist Susy Randell. Read more about her work, and the hotel's artist-in-residence program, in our Spotlight!

Creativity is a free, unlimited resource that we all possess. And it's in high demand as the world and workplaces evolve. That's why Business & Arts NL is thrilled to host their upcoming (Un)Common Threads Creativity & Innovation Summit on November 7 at the Sheraton Hotel in St. John’s (including exciting keynote speakers and artists-in-residence). Learn more in our Q&A with our Executive Director, Amy Henderson.

While some might feel timid about playing Business & Arts NL’s public pianos, we want everyone to feel comfortable sharing their talents - regardless of where they are on their musical journey. And we want everyone to have fun. That's why we’ve launched our #PermissionToPlay campaign.

Through their Mallside Melodies initiative, the Avalon Mall in St. John’s is enhancing the shopper experience while highlighting and platforming talented local musicians.

When people and organizations work together in the spirit of collaboration, great things can be achieved. Quidi Vidi Village Artisan Studios and the Ulnooweg Indigenous Communities Foundation are showing how it’s done through their Craft Your Business program, which has provided young Indigenous artists with mentorship and the opportunity to build their business skills.

Since launching in the summer of 2020, the Downtown Pedestrian Mall in St. John's has become a much anticipated yearly event. This year, with funding from the province's Year of the Arts initiative, the City has introduced several new features to help enhance the space, including public art, markets and music on Water Street - all featuring local artists.