Dale Wilson+FollowQueen Charlotte mural sparks activism in CharlotteA bold new mural in Charlotte is turning heads and starting conversations: Queen Charlotte, reimagined as an anti-ICE activist, stands at the center, surrounded by hornets and powerful messages like “Get ICE out of Charlotte.” Artist Makayla Binter poured her own experiences and beliefs into the piece, blending local history with today’s fight for immigrant rights. The mural isn’t just art—it’s a rallying point for the community, supporting the Carolina Migrant Network and encouraging others to speak up. It’s amazing to see how Charlotte’s artists are using their talents to fuel activism and bring people together. What do you think—can art really drive change in our city? #Entertainment #Painting #CharlotteArt00Share
Carrie Burnett+FollowCharlotte artists locked out of their own workCharlotte’s oldest art gallery, Coffey & Thompson, shut its doors and left dozens of local artists in limbo—unable to access or recover their own artwork, some worth tens of thousands of dollars. Even more troubling, some artists discovered their pieces were sold without their knowledge or payment. With the gallery owner unreachable and the property tied up in legal red tape, artists are scrambling to reclaim what’s left. This hits especially hard during the holiday season, when many rely on art sales to make ends meet. How should the community support these artists, and what protections should be in place for creatives? #Entertainment #Painting #CharlotteArt00Share
