Art Pays Me on Global News
Visual Artist, Christopher Webb gave us a big shoutout while sharing visual art events and openings happening in Nova Scotia.
Artist Talk at NSCAD University
I'll be doing an artist talk at NSCAD University about my creative path and the Art Pays Me origi...
Duane NSCAD Alumni Profile
NSCAD University asked me to discuss my time there and my creative journey since leaving.
Duane Featured on Podstarter
I had the pleasure of chatting with Rhys Waters on the Podstarter Podcast about why I podcast and how podcasting can add depth to your brand.
New Product: Paint Stroke Sketch Book
Compact 50-page saddle stitched booklet, great for sketching or taking notes.
Duane at NSCAD Portfolio Day 2019
I'm participating on an informal panel during NSCAD University Portfolio Day 2019.
Moments Flannel X Hangama Amiri
Artist, Hangama Amiri and I pay a visit to our old stomping grounds at NSCAD University to capture some looks in the Moments Flannel.
Art Pays Me Live Podcast Recording
I’m excited to announce that Art Pays Me is partnering with East Coast Creative Collective to host the first live recording of Art Pays Me. I’ll be interviewing Halifax based artists, Geordan Moore of Quarrelsome Yeti and Élana Camille Saimovic of Élana Camille Creates.
Vote For Duane: Best Of Halifax 2019, Readers' Choice Awards
Thank you to all of you who nominated me for Best Fashion Designer in The Coast's Readers' Choice Awards! I'm forever grateful but the work isn't over yet. Now that I'm nominated I need your vote!
New Retailer: Sparkles n' Sawdust
Art Pays Me is now carried by independent boutique, Sparkles n' Sawdust, located in the heart of downtown Halifax.
The Coast: Best Of Halifax 2019
It’s that time of the year when a Halifax based magazine called The Coast asks their readers to nominate the best in various categories in the City and I’m looking for a nomination in 3 different categories.
Art Pays Sticker
Versatile 3" x 3.5" vinyl sticker, good for indoor and outdoor use. Buy the Art Pays Sticker here.
The Pitch: Black Business Summit 2019
I will be at the Black Business Summit hosting, The Pitch, a competition where Black entrepreneurs will have a chance to pitch their businesses to a panel of judges in front of a large audience.
Duane Featured on CTV News
CTV asked for my opinion on an economic inclusion initiative for African Nova Scotian construction businesses.
New Painting: Purpose
Acrylic painting celebrating NFL player Colin Kaepernick's protest against police brutality in the United States.
New & Noteworthy on iTunes
Art Pays Me Podcast made it to the New & Noteworthy section of Visual Arts podcasts in the iTunes store.
Duane at Podcamp Halifax 2019
An inspirational case study on the power of creativity and why the artist mindset is critical to success in business.
My Favourite Art Pays Me Moments of 2018
2018 was an incredible year for Art Pays Me. My best year to date actually. I say that, not because I made more money than I ever have, but because I've made more impact than I ever have.
Atlantic Fashion Week 12
After witnessing people like Colin Kaepernick, Emma Gonzales, Tarana Burke, El Jones and Masuma Kahn risk their economic futures and physical safety to stand behind strong messages of social change, I designed the Purpose Collection to celebrate their efforts.
CTN Episode 50: Best Moments of Year 1 Featuring Peter Hemsworth
Happy 1 year anniversary to CTN! Yooooo! In this week’s episode, Peter Hemsworth, the one and only - join Duane, Lauren and Terrence for a recap of each episode and our favourite moments so far!
Royal Purpose
Peter Hemsworth of BZLY and I share some candid insights into how we prepared for Atlantic Fashion Week 12.
CTN Episode 43: Feminine Strength & Atlantic Fashion Week Ft. Jody Euloth
This week on Changing the Narrative we invite Mesh Media Network founder Jody Euloth to the show to talk about pitching your business, retired athlete life and of course, Atlantic Fashion Week.
CTN EPISODE 42: Black Excellence Part 3 FT. ALFRED BURGESSON
We conclude our three-part conversation with entrepreneur Alfred Burgesson. We talk eating dinner as a family, empowering ourselves to have control of your experiences, educating our children on "blackness", perceived blackness in Nova Scotia, black men dating white women and more!
CTN Episode 41: The Autobiography of Alfred Burgesson ft. Alfred Burgesson
We talk about Alfred's experience moving to Canada from Ghana, the Halifax Grammar School, almost dropping out of university, quitting basketball to follow his passions, starting a digital media company and building successful business stories in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
CTN Episode 40: Black Excellence Pt. 2 Featuring Alfred Burgesson
We continue with part 2 of our Black Excellence conversation with Alfred Burgesson to discuss s...
CTN Episode 39: The CGS Squad Is In the Building Featuring Joseph Huyer
On this week's episode, Lauren and Terrence chat with The Social Shift Documentary filmmaker and fellow member of the Common Good Solutions team, Joseph Huyer.
CTN Episode 38: Black Excellence Pt. 1 Featuring Alfred Burgesson
Join Duane, Terrence and friend of the podcast, Alfred Burgesson as we gather for part 1 of 3 of our Nova Scotia Black Excellence convo. How do we support each other?
Snapd – Moments In Culture Photos
Presented by Art Pays Me and Soli Productions Management Inc., Moments In Culture was a night of music, fashion, art and more.
CBC – Runway show Moments in Culture tackles racism, gender and equality
A local designer and a production company have partnered to launch a runway show called Moments in Culture to tackle racism and gender roles through art.