Better Communities with Creatives
Creating a better society together with creatives from various industries!!
Brooklyn Beauty/Fashion Labo is launching a new project, “Better Communities with Creatives,” aimed at accelerating community development through collaboration with creatives from various industries, such as art, fashion, beauty, and food, along with charitable organizations. By working together, our collaborators will plan and manage exhibitions and events that address social issues. Through these activities, the project will increase opportunities for people to engage with art and performance in daily life, creating spaces to expand creativity. Furthermore, by providing sustainable promotional opportunities for next-generation creators to showcase their talents, the project seeks to revitalize communities and build a sustainable system that guides society in a better direction.
Launching Various Programs Based in Brooklyn, Across Both the U.S. and Japan
A new program is being launched that accelerates community development through events and exhibitions addressing social issues, with collaboration between creatives from diverse industries and local charitable organizations. Monthly meetups and open mic events will expand community connections and the creativity of creatives. Through collaborative exhibitions with various communities and festivals linking Brooklyn and Osaka, the program aims to create a better society.
MAY
&
SEP
Art in Wear Exhibition
The “Art in Wear” exhibition (a collaborative T-shirt exhibition with creatives) will be held in May and November, aimed at supporting creatives and contributing to society. The exhibition will feature an open call for works based on social issues handled by BCC’s NPO partners. Outstanding works will be showcased at the Brooklyn+Japan Festival and Osaka + Brooklyn Festival, and in collaboration with U.S.-Japan manufacturers, various other collaborative products beyond T-shirts will be introduced. A portion of the sales will be returned to the creatives, and a portion will be donated to charitable organizations.
Collaborative Exhibitions
Special collaborative exhibitions will be held with specific communities. In May, exhibitions will be held in collaboration with the New York Police Department (NYPD), the Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts (MOCADA), and FLACO (The Wild Bird Fund). In October, special exhibitions will be held with the Park Slope Windsor TerraceArtists (PSWT). Each exhibition will run for one week, promoting community development and fostering connections.
MAY
&
OCT
Meetups
EVERY
MONTH
Monthly meetups will be held to promote community exchange and development. Creatives will share their knowledge and experiences, fostering the growth of the community.
Open Mic
EVERY
MONTH
Monthly open mic events will be held to provide a platform for creatives to showcase their work. Singers, dancers, and performers will be the primary participants. Promotion will also be carried out through podcast distribution by Catch These Compliments (CTC).
Brooklyn + Japan Festival
APR
&
OCT
The Brooklyn+Japan Festival is held every April and October, centered around a fashion show. The event is organized through collaboration between local communities and four Brooklyn-based brands and four Japanese brands.
Workshops
Workshops will be held in collaboration with creatives from various industries, focusing on community engagement and social contribution. In partnership with REFUGEE ATELIER, workshops will provide workforce support for refugees and immigrants, enhancing skills and facilitating employment. Additionally, Jab Jab Ink Company will offer silk screen printing workshops.
Osaka + Brooklyn Festival
NOV
The Osaka+Brooklyn Festival is held every November, centered around a fashion show. Outstanding products from the “Better Communities” exhibition will be showcased and sold, featured in the fashion show, and performed by the winners of the Open Mic event. Various creatives involved in BCC will gather in Osaka to participate and showcase their work in this vibrant event.
More Creativity in Everyday Life!!
A concept of contributing to society through art, while engaging the general public
Outstanding participants from the “Better Communities” exhibition will have their designs featured in collaboration products with Brooklyn Beauty/Fashion Labo, including items such as T-shirts, mugs, and tote bags. Additionally, in partnership with U.S.-Japan manufacturers, collaborative products will be developed and sold in various forms, including cosmetic and snack packaging designs. These products will provide opportunities for the general public to engage with creative expression and enjoy creativity in their daily lives. A portion of the sales will be donated to charitable organizations addressing social issues, promoting the development of sustainable local communities through the collaborative products.
