Dylan Bannister 10/27/26 Dylan Bannister 10/27/26

From Local Billboards to Global Couture: The ArtPop Catalyst for Cultural Conservation

International Powerhouse Virgil Ortiz and Carolina Artist Teresa Dunlap Collaborate for ArtPop’s 6th Annual Upcycled Fashion Show

Written by Dasia Hood

Dylan Bannister 10/23/26 Dylan Bannister 10/23/26

Recap: 2026 Art Markets at Berkshire Hathaway

ArtPop, in collaboration with Tim Petrinec of QC Home Advisors, hosted a pair of Community Art Markets in SouthPark in July and October of 2026! At each event, the Berkshire Hathaway SouthPark office became a gallery, with artists connecting with guests and offering original works for sale. Many of these artists have been featured in ArtPop’s Artist Cohort program.

Dylan Bannister 9/12/26 Dylan Bannister 9/12/26

Recap: 6th Annual ArtPop Upcycled Fashion Show & Community Arts Fundraiser

In its sixth year, our Annual Upcycled Fashion Show was an extraordinary evening where art, sustainability, and high fashion converged! This immersive event celebrates local creativity and community, featuring a unique runway show with 14 stunning fashion pieces crafted from retired ArtPop billboards! Plus, attendees also enjoyed a Silent Auction, delicious hors d’oeuvres, drink specials, and many incredible experiences!

This annual event is also a Community Arts Fundraiser, with proceeds supporting community transformation through ArtPop’s mission and programming.

Dylan Bannister 6/27/26 Dylan Bannister 6/27/26

Recap: Summer 2026 Art Market at Burial Beer Co.

ArtPop’s Summer Art Market brought a brand new creative experience to Burial in Plaza Midwood! Community members attending this free event could connect with eight local artists from our 2026 Artist Cohort, and shop artworks from a wide variety of creative techniques.

Dylan Bannister 5/1/26 Dylan Bannister 5/1/26

Recap: Upcycled Fashion Exhibit in ‘Mint to Be’ at The Mint Museum Uptown

Upcycled Fashion garments from ArtPop's Sustainability & Fashion program were featured in Mint To Be: The Feminine Body as Costume Art. This immersive, month-long exhibit at the Mint Museum Uptown celebrated femininity through the creative vision of local artists.

Dylan Bannister 4/28/26 Dylan Bannister 4/28/26

Recap: Upcycled Fashion Showcase at Hats in the Garden 2026

For the second year in a row, ArtPop brought a Fashion & Sustainability showcase to Daniel Stowe Conservancy’s Hats in the Garden event. Guests were treated to a runway show featuring four garments from our 2025 Upcycled Fashion Show, and they got to meet & mingle with the models and designers!

Dylan Bannister 4/22/26 Dylan Bannister 4/22/26

Announcing ArtPop’s 2026 Artist Cohort!

ArtPop is thrilled to welcome 24 talented local artists juried into our 2026 Artist Cohort! Throughout this year, artworks by 19 adults and - for the first time - 5 high school senior student artists will be showcased on billboards throughout the Charlotte region and beyond. This billboard advertising campaign is made possible through in-kind donations by ArtPop’s media partners, and is valued at over $8.5 million. Be on the lookout - billboard installations will begin soon and continue throughout the year!

Dylan Bannister 3/30/26 Dylan Bannister 3/30/26

PRESS: Foundation for the Carolinas Interview with ArtPop Founder Wendy Hickey

In this Q&A by Foundation for the Carolinas, ArtPop founder Wendy Hickey reflects on the inspiration behind the organization, its expanding programs and the vision that continues to guide its impact on artists and the community today.

Dylan Bannister 3/24/26 Dylan Bannister 3/24/26

PRESS: ArtPop Featured on ‘Carolina Impact’ by WTVI PBS Charlotte

First Aired on March 24th, 2026
ArtPop’s mission of transforming communities through art was featured in Carolina Impact, WTVI / PBS Charlotte’s weekly news magazine show that explores the heart of our region!

Dylan Bannister 3/21/26 Dylan Bannister 3/21/26

Recap: Spring 2026 Art Market at Le Méridien Charlotte

Our first Community Art Market of the 2026 featured a combination of ArtPop Alumni along with talented local artists from the Charlotte and surrounding regions. There were a great variety of mediums and scale of work on display with many pieces finding their way into local collections.

Dylan Bannister 1/31/26 Dylan Bannister 1/31/26

Recap: ‘Community Threads’ Exhibit at Connect Labs Charlotte

ArtPop is excited to present a new gallery exhibition in partnership with Connect Labs Charlotte!

This exhibit aims to inspire innovation, and a positive outlook on human health, nature, and beauty. Works by over 30 local artists will convey creativity and optimism to this innovational lab space within The Pearl!