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Create Now Austin

Picture February 12, 2026 at 11:30 PM UTC - February 13, 2026 at 2:00 AM UTC

Adobe is headed to Austin

Join Austin's creative community for creative inspiration, practical learning with Adobe experts, and real connection.

Create Now is an evening designed for you to gain new skills, fresh ideas, and confidence using the latest updates across Photoshop, Illustrator, Firefly, and more. Adobe pros will walk through real-world workflows, smart shortcuts, and practical ways to integrate AI as a creative assist—so you can move faster without sacrificing your personal style or creative control. You'll also hear from talented local creatives as they share their inspirations, process, and standout projects!

Connect with fellow creators to exchange ideas, build your network and be inspired by your local creative community. This event is open to creators of all levels and aims to support your creative growth!

Enjoy complimentary bites and drinks, meaningful conversations, and a chance to win a free Creative Cloud membership. This free event has limited capacity, so only RSVP if you plan to attend.

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Agenda

11:30 PM
Get Settled

Welcome to Create Now—an evening of inspirational talks, interactive activations, and laid-back networking with the local creative community. Check in with our team, grab a drink and a bite, and get to know your fellow creatives.

12:15 AM
Get Inspired

Hear from our Adobe speaker and talented local creatives as they share tools, workflows, and real-world inspiration designed to level up your creative game.

1:00 AM
Get Connected

Connect with fellow creatives and chat with our speakers. It’s the perfect time to swap ideas, ask questions, and meet new friends and collaborators. 

2:00 AM
Get Going

You’ll head home with fresh inspiration, new connections, and some sweet swag!

VENUE

Assembly Hall

1121 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, USA

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Presenters

Speaker photo for: Michael Fugoso

Sr. Design Evangelist, Next Gen & Creative Pro @ Adobe

Michael Fugoso

With an impressive background as an illustrator and designer, Michael's experience spans renowned aerospace companies such as NASA, Boeing, Blue Origin, Ariane Group, as well as prominent organizations like Oracle, IBM, Salesforce, Volvo, and Adobe. His diverse talents have been showcased through presentations at design conferences like Adobe MAX, teaching Skillshare classes, and live-streaming his creative process online. Michael is now working with the creative community full-time, as an Adobe Evangelist for the next generation of creative professionals.

Guest Speakers

Speaker photo for: Cyn Lagos

Local Creator Showcase

Cyn Lagos

Cyn Lagos is a Latin American artist and the founder of Lagos Studios, specializing in the intersection of street photography, graphic design, and emerging AI technologies. A former Adobe Creative Resident and current global educator, her mission is to empower the next generation of creators through empathic storytelling. She champions BIPOC voices and uses street photography to illuminate diverse human connections, breaking digital barriers to celebrate cultural diversity through a conscious creative lens.

Speaker photo for: Chris Tobar Rodriguez

Local Creator Showcase

Chris Tobar Rodriguez

Chris Tobar Rodriguez is a multidisciplinary creative director, artist, and curator focused on translating ideas into experiences. Working across storytelling, strategy, and spatial design, he builds cohesive creative systems—designing and curating environments that connect people through both digital and physical spaces. His work emphasizes creative identity, community, and experiences that are intentional, immersive, and culturally grounded.

Host

Speaker photo for: Meghan Arnold

Sr. Community Events Manager

Meghan Arnold

Meghan works at the intersection of marketing, design, and technology —with a focus on building and nurturing communities. In her nearly 10 years at Adobe, she's connected with thousands of creatives through hundreds of events, placed design speakers at everything from small meetups to conference stages, developed and executed large-scale installations at Adobe MAX, led internal and external campaigns, and played a key role in the launch of Adobe Fonts.

Speaker photo for: Madison Laurence

Events Logistics Coordinator

Madison Laurence

Madison is a detail driven Event Coordinator for Adobe, crafting visions into unforgettable moments that spark connection and enthusiasm. With her eye for detail and passion of creativity, she brings every event to life with purpose and personality. Madison is dedicated to creating a smooth and engaging event.

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