Artist's Works, Creative Portraits, Teaching Artist Services, Poetry, Writing and much more.
Creative Portraits,Abstract Illustrator Stylistic: using Photos, example: personal, profile image, old photographs and digital images
Handmade Jewelry Designer: using Precious, Semiprecious Stones and more.
Personalized and Promotional Advertisement Service.
Workshops and Events.
Online Gallery, Creative Retail, Booking and Purchases.
Keywords: Walida Johnson, Jo Perry, Urbanny Arts, Urbanny Spotlight Gallery, ArtFace,Studio,Online,Gallery,Booking,Purchases
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Urbanny Baby Arts PCom, Artist Walida "Jo Perry" Johnson Artist/Owner:
I have been in business for four years I have been an artist all my life.
What is your primary product or service?
My Primary services and products are the...
ArtFace Studio, Urbanny Spotlight, Handmade by Urbanny, Original Prints, Innovative Workshops and Events, Craft and Creative Arts workshops.
Go to www.urbannyarts.com (online booking available)
Blog: www.matrixmuse.wordpress.com
Follow Me: www.twitter.com/matrixmuse
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
A passion for creativity. A love for learning and discovery. I started creating and inventing things when I was younger I wrote a children's book in middle school about a boy and his best friend, a dog named, Spot. This book was at Piedmont Middle School in Charlotte, North Carolina, the book was used as a learning tool in the classroom, long after I left. Also, an article was published in the school's paper and on display in the school’s library. I won a scholarship from UNCC, for their summer program, "Young Writer's Workshop."
What I felt that Summer and when I have created or discovered, beauty, is what I would like to share with the world. An experience of bliss and amazement, of what the hands and mind can do, bringing joy and delight to the heart and soul of family, friends and community.
Come Explore with me all the possibilities that’s, “Urbanny.”
email: urbannyfineart(at)bellsouth.net
Blog: www.matrixmuse.wordpress.com
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
I inspire people. I encourage people. I am about fulfillment and understanding, I am a best friend, it's about a personal relationship through art, creativity and innovation. Welcome, it's never to late to create, learn and discover your passion for life, while meeting new friends, that will inspire you.
Urbanny Innovative and Creative workshop(s): Learn how to create beautiful works of art and crafts using your computer Easy Instructions. Facilitated by Teaching Artist(s).
Urbanny Innovative workshop(s):
Required: Services provided at your location
Must have adequate space, power source and accommodations.
Must have reliable computers, scanners and printers.
Facility Facilitator: (non-negotiable)
Must book 2weeks in advance
No Refunds: One rain check allowed schedule for the following month (not on individual bases)
Urbanny Creative workshop(s):
Required: Services provided at your location (large groups only)
Must have adequate space and light source and accommodations
Facility Facilitator: (non-negotiable)
Must book 2weeks in advance
No Refunds: One rain check allowed schedule for the following month (not on individual bases)
Price:$65.00 per person (catered lunch included)
Registration fee: $35 per person (material included)
All monies and registration fees are due up front.
Minimum participants: 125 persons (20-25 participants per workshop)
Maximum participants: 250 persons (25- participants per workshop)
Duration: 3-5 days per week workshops (excluding holidays)
Time: Mon. - Sat. 7am-5pm
Instructional time: 9am-4pm
Setup Time: 7am Cleanup: 4:15pm
Sign-in: 7:45am Sign-out:4:45pm
Building Exit:6pm
Urbanny Creative Luncheon Workshops
Individuals and Small groups (3-4 persons)
Location: Reid’s Fine Food, Uptown Charlotte
Time: During normal business hours (when weather permit, no holidays)
Duration: One days workshop
Required: By Appointment Only
All monies and registration fees are due up front.
Must be on time, rain checks provided around previous scheduling per person or group.
Price:$35.00 per person (lunch included)
Registration fees: $15 per person (material included)
Booking online: www.urbannyarts.com (Cancellations and Registration fees are nonrefundable)
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
I have an online gallery and studio, My hope is however, is to raise support and expand, through my creative, ad service and workshops. To have my own space to create, inviting people, into an open friendly space, where they are encourage to explore and participate in discovering their passion and love for art.
I am always interested in people and what they do, their dreams and aspirations, being inspired to create, sharing with others Everyone has a story and a voice waiting to be heard or discovered for their talents and abilities, people are interesting, I like to encourage their dreams.
Support my Touring ArtShow of Artistic Portraits and Profiles multimedia presentations.
Promote Your Dreams: : http://www.urbannyarts.com/servlet/Detail?no=96
Provide detailed directions to your location
Connect with me...
Email: urbannyfineart@bellsouth.net
Website: www.urbannyarts.com
Blog: www.matrixmuse.wordpress.com
Social Network: www.myspace.com/joperryakawjohnson
Twitter: www.twitter.com/matrixmuse
What type of payments do you accept?
I accept...
Major credit and debit cards, e.i.,Visa.
Cash and Carry (Artist vendor events)
Paypal(via online secure terminal)
Which areas do you service?
I provide services for the following areas...
Local: Charlotte, North Carolina, All services and works are accessible locally online and offline.
National US and Canada All services and works are accessible locally online and offline.
Required: All travel expense paid beforehand, half of total cost on all services purchased and fees paid up front, accompanied by signed contract, notarized by FDIC bank official.
Some services can be purchased and negotiated online contact: urbannyfineart(at)bellsouth.net
International: Access via website www.urbannyarts.com Some services and works are accessible online only
Required: All travel expense paid beforehand. Tours and Shows Must be pre-approved Educational Institutions and Art Organizations in good standing with local and US government Only, and social weather permits. Total cost on all services purchased and fees paid up front accompanied by signed contract, notarized.
Contact: urbannyfineart(at)bellsouth.net
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Urbanny Baby Arts PCom, Artist Walida "Jo Perry" Johnson Owner...
My desire is to be fully staff upon expansion. I am currently looking for others interested and willing to network within my efforts of forming a group of working artists, not starving artists.
Interested: urbannyfineart(at)bellsouth.net
What are your hours of operation?
My hours of operation are…
Contact me at: (704) 370-6404 ext. 2 Tues.-Thurs 10am- 4:30pm or, email all comments to: ufacomments@bellsouth.net with subject line, comments. I will contact you within 24 hours.
Workshop Time
Large Groups: Monday - Saturday 9am-4pm 3-5days
Small Groups: By Appointment Only Between 11am-4pm 1 day only
Contact Urbanny Baby Arts PCom:
