After attending a design conference in NYC, I returned to my then-home hoping to spark something for the creative community in my own town, Jackson, Mississippi. I approached good friend and talented illustrator / designer Christina Mattison and we began to think about this issue.

What emerged was Pixel-Swig, a social & professional gathering for illustrators, designers, & developers. Christina and I collaborated to develop the series name, branding, collateral, and the social events themselves. It was a happy hour series designed to bring creative professionals together in the same room, so we could enjoy beverages, swap stories, and make connections.

We partnered with local bars and restaurants to host the events and quickly began to see a diverse group of creative folks get involved.