OT Scene: What is an Arts District?

Jack Conard Jr and artists Justin Christenbery, Rico Nye and Brant Waldeck. (Christine Dietz photo)

OT Scene is a segment that includes remarks reflecting the impressions, opinions and general vibe of our community.

Painting the Picture: Business Spotlight: SpeedPro Imaging

Larger than life dreams become reality: 50 foot tall wall mural printed by SpeedPro Imaging

Framework They say that art is in the eye of the beholder, but the integrity of a true piece of art begins long before it’s creation. Instead, it begins within the vision and ingenuity of the artist who draws thoughtful inspiration from muses in their surroundings, taking the time to hone in on the elements… Continue reading Painting the Picture: Business Spotlight: SpeedPro Imaging

The New Face of Lakeside Charter: Follow Up Q&A with Dr. Jim Montague and Staff

Setting The Scene It is 8 am on a rainy Friday morning and the students of Lakeside Charter Academy are making their way down to the multipurpose room for their morning assembly. They chatter and giggle as they walk in lines through the outside hallways until they arrive at the doors of the building. Upon entering they… Continue reading The New Face of Lakeside Charter: Follow Up Q&A with Dr. Jim Montague and Staff

Tawba Walk Arts & Music Festival April 14

The Tawba Walk Arts & Music Festival is your all-access pass to discovering the area’s premiere talent! Join us for the return of the Spring edition of the Lake’s most action-packed, fun-filled community festival featuring an all-local cast of talent that is sure to get your creative juices flowing! Tawba Walk features: —> 2 stages… Continue reading Tawba Walk Arts & Music Festival April 14

Standing Strong: Public Art Pieces Bolster Civic and Cultural Life

We all have a favorite. From the Mark Twain statue to the Jitterbug by Rite Aid to the murals in Oak Street Mill, the public art works around Old Town Cornelius are diverse, unique, engaging, powerfully relevant. But of all the descriptors that apply, the most important is “public.” By remaining accessible to everyone, free… Continue reading Standing Strong: Public Art Pieces Bolster Civic and Cultural Life

The Year in Review: Top Headlines in OTC 2017

Looking back at 2017, OTC was filled with exciting developments that are helping to shape a vibrant and flourishing arts scene just outside of Charlotte, NC. Known for its popular local breweries, Old Town Cornelius (OTC) is making a name for itself as a destination for culture of all kinds: from boutique stores and bottle… Continue reading The Year in Review: Top Headlines in OTC 2017

“The Hounds of Old Town” Meet and Greet this 2nd Friday

The Dog Days of summer have arrived! ?? We love seeing our furry friends strutting their stuff at festivals & events around town. And now’s the time to really show off… Beginning with this month’s 2nd Friday Street Festival, we’re introducing an awesome way to get to know the fabulous and friendly pups of OTC.… Continue reading “The Hounds of Old Town” Meet and Greet this 2nd Friday