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Get to know Cherry Street Pier mixed-media artist Samantha Billig in this fast and fun Q&A where Billig shares her dreams of hosting afterschool programs focused on expressionism; gushes about Philly’s best-kept secrets; dishes about her favorite works of art, and more.

The ultimate Cherry Street Pier Gift Guide is here! Support local creatives, while picking up one-of-kind presents that will keep you at the top of the nice list for years to come. We have something for everyone on your holiday checklist.

Acori Honzo wows visitors to his studio with intricately-crafted doll sculptures of legendary Black figures such as Harriet Tubman and James Baldwin. Acori’s pieces are a few inches tall, but they speak loud and have inspired people from Philadelphia and beyond. Get to know Acori a little more in this delightful Q&A.

Get to know SpArc Services, a first-year resident artist organization with a mission to support people with disabilities by providing programs and services that encourage inclusion, independence, and personal achievement. Just like their name, they’re sparking a love for the arts in their clients through their Cultural Arts Center with fine arts classes or trips to cultural sites. Learn more in this Q&A.

Get to Know Sharif Pendleton, a two-time resident artist at Cherry Street Pier and brilliant craftsperson. His mission is to bring design to the forefront because, as he put it, “everything we touch has been designed by someone.” And if that doesn’t tug at your existential heartstrings, then this  Q&A certainly will.

Founded in 2007, Portside Art Center has been nurturing young creatives for more than a decade, stoking their desire to be dynamic, visual artists and lifelong art lovers. Learn more about Portside Art Center in this fun and informative Q&A.

Step inside the mind of Thomast23, Cherry Street Pier’s resident illustrator extraordinaire who uses artistry and humor to expound on the human condition in this fun-loving Q&A.

Embracing the history on the Waterfront in John Schlesinger’s After the Fall Opening November 6 at Cherry Street Pier.

The longevity of Orchestra 2001 extends beyond its futuristic-moniker. The organization continues to embrace the future of music by celebrating diverse composers, styles, and audiences through their performances. Learn more about Orchestra 2001 in this quick and quirky Q&A.

Get to know Cherry Street Pier resident artist Ed Marion. In this unconventional Q&A, Ed gives you a snapshot into his world. If you thought it was only filled with vivacious pineapple paintings, you’re mistaken, friends.