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Halifax Fashion Week 2023 Update

We were excited to present in the first Halifax Fashion Week hosted by Soli Productions but due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to withdraw.
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Art Pays Me at Full Court 21 2023

Art Pays Me will be hosting a pop-up shop during Full Court 21 in Halifax
Halifax Fashion Week 2023

Halifax Fashion Week 2023 (This is Us)

Join us for the closing showcase of Halifax Fashion Week 2023, an expansion of Soli Productions’s successful “This is Us” event that has captivated audiences for three years.
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Arte & Movement Exhibition 2023

Arte & Movement is an exhibition of local artists whose work celebrates dance, movement or music from around the world. The exhibition will take place during The Halifax Salsa and Bachata Festival and give under-represented artists an opportunity to exhibit their work at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. 
Duane on Global News

Global News: Get To Know Duane Jones

In partnership with My East Coast Experience, Global’s Eilish Bonang sits down with artist and designer Duane Jones to talk about his latest ventures through his lifestyle brand Art Pays Me.
Duane on the Our Guest Is Podcast

Our Guest Is Podcast

Duane shares his story and talks about Art Pays Me on the Our Guest Is Podcast as part of the Our Roots Legacy series by My East Coast Experience.
Black Enterprise article

Art Pays Me on Black Enterprise

Art Pays Me products were listed as a non-traditional Black-owned Valentine's Day gift every woman needs on Black Enterprise.
2023 Halifax Business Awards Finalist

2023 Halifax Business Awards Finalist

Art Pays Me was named a finalist for Small Business Of the Year Award in the 2023 Halifax Business Awards hosted by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce.
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Squared Away Exhibition

We're excited to announce that Duane has a painting in a group show titled, “Squared Away” at The Ice House Gallery. 
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This Is Us Fashion Show

This Is Us is an annual presentation hosted by Soli Productions to showcase their models while also celebrating art, design and fashion. 
Duane Mike and Kristen

Mike and Kristen Podcast

Duane candidly shares the realities of being a professional artist and how life experience - like listening to people he disagrees with - can offer inspiration.
Halifax Mural Festival

The Halifax Mural Festival 2022

I’m excited to share that I’m participating in The Halifax Mural Festival. The Halifax Mural Festival is a community-based art event, producing murals on Quinpool Road and the Halifax Waterfront. 
... From The Start Opening

Visual Arts Nova Scotia's 2021-22 Mentorship Program Exhibition Photos

Photos from an exhibition highlighting the talents of emerging artists Jessie FraserBoma Nnaji, Jeighk Koyote and Nancy Chiasson...From The Start also includes work from mentors Bonnie BakerDuane JonesJan Peacock and Louise Pentz.
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INVEST in NEST 2022 Photos

INVEST In NEST was a group fashion show fundraiser presented by One North End Community Economic...
Duane, Creative Minds

Creative Minds: Duane Jones

Thursday, 14 July 2022 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Join Acting Chief Curator of Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, David Diviney, with TYRANNY exhibition designer Duane Jones and curatorial assistant, Liam Ross for a conversation about the artworks, themes, and overall design of the permanent collection show, Tyranny.

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Fabric Of Our DNA 2022 - INVEST in NEST

Like most of us, I’ve been laying pretty low for the past couple of years so I’m excited to show you some of the clothing I’ve been working on in person.
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...From The Start

Highlighting the talents of emerging artists Jessie FraserBoma Nnaji, Jeighk Koyote and Nancy Chiasson...From The Start also includes work from mentors Bonnie BakerDuane JonesJan Peacock and Louise Pentz.
Duane on the Freedom Slay Podcast

Duane Visits the Freedom Slay Podcast

Listen to Duane talk about the many hats he wears as an artist and designer on the Freedom Slay Podcast
Duane sitting with hosts of Rival & Queen in their recording studio

Duane on the Rival & Queen Podcast

Duane talks about Art Pays Me with the ladies of Rival & Queen
Duane at Moments In Culture

Duane interviewed by Joe Hubley on CHMA

Listen to my conversation with Joe Hubley on CHMA in New Brunswick.
Enhance Your Creative Practice with Podcasting & Storytelling

Enhance Your Creative Practice with Podcasting & Storytelling

A workshop on why podcasting is valuable, how Duane uses it to enhance his creative practice and how he produces the Art Pays Me Podcast.
BHM In Conversation: How to Create a Career in the Sneaker, Art & Design Industry

BHM In Conversation: How to Create a Career in the Sneaker, Art & Design Industry

Dr. D’Wayne Edwards, founder of Pensole, Dion Walcott, founder of MARTK’D and I will share insights and stories on how we built our careers. The panel will be hosted by Augy Jones.

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Black Love, Joyful Lessons Exhibition

Two of Duane's paintings are on digital display around St. Francis Xavier University from February 15, 2022 to March 5, 2022. 
Duane on The Tideline

Duane on The Tideline

Art Pays Me's founder Duane Jones kicks off the new year with hope and advice as he details his journey from failed accounting student to founder of Halifax's favourite streetwear line.
Duane Featured in RG Magazine

Duane Featured in RG Magazine

Melissa Fox of RG Magazine wrote about my journey in art and life. 
Art Pays Print

Prints at The Dart Gallery

I’m happy to announce that The Dart Gallery is carrying a few of my prints!
Dalhousie Art Gallery 67th Student, Staff, Faculty and Alumni Exhibition

Dalhousie Art Gallery 67th Student, Staff, Faculty and Alumni Exhibition

If you're in Halifax, make sure to check out the Dalhousie Art Gallery 67th Student, Staff, Faculty and Alumni Exhibition. 
SheHUB.tv

SheHUB.tv, Millennials from around the world

Duane featured in UK and Bermuda based magazine SheHUB.tv.
Duane on Bold Company

Duane Bold Company Interview

I speak to Bold Company host Amy Eaton about some of the very real struggles of running a creative business.
Duane My Halifax Experience Cover

My Halifax Experience

Duane featured on the cover of My Halifax Experience.
The Crown X Art Pays Me 2021

The Crown Season 4

I love basketball. That’s why it was so much fun to join on as an event and team sponsor for The...
Duane LOVE interview

When Conversation Creates Change

I met with LOVE Nova Scotia to discuss how words shape our perceptions.
Ava Jones

Hackmatack Future Voices Showcase

My daughter and Ava, was featured in the Hackmatack Future Voices Showcase where she briefly talks about her art and her process.
Duane on #BeFlawsome

Duane on #BeFlawsome

Duane on the #BeFlawsome Podcast

Dreaming of becoming an online influencer? These Nova Scotians are doing it - and it's a lot harder than you think

Check out this piece in SaltWire I was featured in where I discuss the implications of being an o...
The Daily Hour

The Daily Hour, Featuring Duane

Duane interviewed on Bermuda based talk show, The Daily Hour.