Detroit Creative Cafe
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Adobe Creative Apprenticeship
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Design Create Now Resource Page
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Agenda
7:00 PM
Doors Open
Step off the elevator and into Creative Café—an afternoon of curated photo ops, community vibes, and laid-back networking with Detroit’s creative scene. Grab a drink, find your light, and let the inspiration hit.
7:30 PM
In Living Color: A Live Art Moment by Bandy
Watch the magic happen as local artist Bandy brings a canvas to life—right in the heart of the lobby. Part performance, part paint therapy, all creative energy.
8:00 PM
Connect, Capture & Chill
Check out our featured headshot station and immersive photo opps—designed to spotlight Detroit’s creative energy and give you a scroll-stopping moment to take home.
9:00 PM
Event Wrap & Transition
Grab a snack, dap up a few fellow creatives, and ease into the evening as we take the vibes into the theater for Adobe Create Now. Both experiences are intentionally crafted—and better together. We’d love to see you at both.
VENUE
Elevate at One Campus Martius
1000 Woodward Ave Floor 16, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
Presenters
Visual Artist/Designer
Anderson "Bandy" Miller Jr.
Bandy Miller is a Detroit-based artist from Inkster, MI, renowned for reshaping fine art through bold illustration and immersive, character-driven storytelling. His work spans traditional painting, streetwear, décor, digital art, and community-driven installations, with a focus on original characters like Rarie Panther, Puma, and Saki Love Blossom. Guided by his mantra "Creating freely with love," Bandy challenges narratives and connects deeply with culture. A pioneer in the Web3 space, he became one of the first Black artists to sell out a generative NFT collection (Rare Panthers NFT) twice. Through each project, Bandy continues to redefine art, cementing his influence as one of today’s most exciting creatives.
Host
Community Marketing & Events
Kevwe Abamwa
Sr. Community Events Manager
Aaliyah Taylor
Aaliyah Taylor is a community builder, culture curator, and creative enthusiast who thrives on fostering connections and empowering others. As a Senior Lead at Adobe, she plays a pivotal role in building and nurturing a vibrant community around Adobe Creative Cloud, creating jaw-dropping events and memorable experiences. With a deep passion for creativity and community, Aaliyah is dedicated to bringing people together in dynamic and fun ways. For this community-obsessed creative, connecting with others is truly a dream job.
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