Broccoli Creative Collective

09/27/2024

Hey all you Broccstars! 🥦 Quick reminder that the first round of pre-orders for our new pocket t-shirts will be closing at the end of the month!

This is your last chance to grab a shirt before orders will be fulfilled & a new pre-order will launch for the fall 🍂 So click below to snag yours if you haven’t already!

In the meantime, we want to give a huge thank you to everyone for ordering, supporting, sharing & spreading our mission of providing an inclusive community for artists of all kinds.

Don't forget to take a selfie with your cool new broccoli shirt & tag us for a re-share 🤳
https://www.broccolicc.com/product-page/broccoli-pocket-t-s

09/13/2024

Carah Christensen is a local sidewalk chalk artist who creates for the moment in order to inspire others to live in the moment with their loved ones.

Carah started doodling from a young age and credits her artist grandmother as her constant inspiration. After her son was born, she took an eight year hiatus from art before she found herself in a college art class.

“My incredible professor created a welcome and open space and gave guidance without judgment,” she said. “I learned that soft pastels exist and focused on one of my favorite things: sidewalk chalk.”

That’s when Carah started creating giant sidewalk pieces outside the campus community studio in her free time. Unlike a permanent work of art, Carah compares her work to making memories.

“I couldn’t afford to give my son a lot of things, so I started making unforgettable memories instead of collecting a mountain of stuff,” she said. “That’s the nature of sidewalk chalk art and it’s what I love about it: it feels good to be creating something in the moment and having fun.”

Carah’s chosen medium has also forced her to accept her mistakes and instead, go with the flow.

“I’ve had huge pieces get rained on less than 4 hours after doing them,” she said “I love being able to create random, sometimes short moments of fun and beauty.”

As she plans to expand into doing commissions for more events, parties, and holidays, Carah’s sidewalk art may be coming to a neighborhood near you. See more of Carah’s work on her Instagram page and reach out for a commissioned piece!

Is there an artist we haven’t featured yet on our page? Send them the link below to fill out our submission form - it’s FREE! 🥦
https://www.broccolicc.com/submit-your-work

08/20/2024

🥦 NEW MERCH ALERT 🥦

Our Broccoli Creative Collective pocket t-shirts are NOW AVAILABLE for pre-order!

We’re super excited to bring these shirts to the community, featuring a new design by our friend Danny Trejo 🙂‍↕️

A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to model these shirts & to everyone who helped capture these awesome pics 📸

We’re very grateful to be able to provide a way to both support & share the mission we’re all so passionate about here through these merch drops.

Click the link below to grab your new t-shirt & thank you all for your continued support of our mission & of your local artists🤘
https://www.broccolicc.com/product-page/broccoli-pocket-t-s

08/02/2024

Behind the scenes from the latest episode of our show, The Green Room 🥦

This episode features a performance of “Hollywood” by pop-punk band Public Figure that we had so much fun recording!

Always love connecting with & discovering so many talented artists through our platform & through this show 🙂‍↕️

Thank you as always to our own Simon Clark for filming this episode & to Roger Slatten for capturing audio & killing it on vocals 🤘

Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel so that you don’t miss this episode & the other great artists we have featured on the show.

Click the link below to subscribe & to watch the full episode 🫡

📸 by: Parker Harrell
https://youtu.be/0-lcC2OI0PY?si=fG8sJCB8C-lToFbv

07/25/2024

Elizabeth Eich is a local artist and senior at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, majoring in Studio Art and minoring in Art History and Psychology. Her work is focused on self-portraits, which capture her different personal struggles.

“It’s a healing journey that helps me with self love,” Elizabeth said. “Every self portrait is an intimate experience of my healing journey as a person and an artist.”

After getting her undergraduate degree, Elizabeth plans to work toward a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy. She hopes to become an Art Therapist one day.

For now, Elizabeth continues to create her art and focuses on enjoying the process, one step at a time.

“I love getting an idea, getting to the “ugly” phase, and getting to when it all comes together in the end,” Elizabeth said. “It’s a rollercoaster of feelings and I wouldn’t trade that for anything.”

See more of Elizabeth’s art on her Instagram page .eich.art and keep an eye out for her work around town!

Know a local artist we haven’t featured yet? It’s always FREE to submit a form! Click the link in our bio to be our next. 🥦

07/18/2024

The latest episode of our show, The Green Room, is now available on our YouTube channel 🤘😤

This episode features a performance of "Hollywood" by pop-punk band Public Figure, with artwork by Alex Cole, that we're so excited to share with you!

This is a special one because our own Roger Slatten, who typically records & edits the audio for these sessions, is the groups new lead vocalist 👀

So click that link below to check out the full episode & to subscribe to our YouTube channel so that you don't miss the other great artists we have lined up for the show 🥦

Thank you as always to Simon Clark for filming & editing this episode & to Roger for capturing the audio.

A huge thank you as well to you Broccstars for your continued support in our mission of providing visibility, connections & support to artists like you via this platform 🙂‍↕️

So much fun having Roger in front of the camera for a change!
https://youtu.be/0-lcC2OI0PY?si=2upd-LCWigQ73yBG

06/06/2024

More from the incredible performance of “To be Loved” by Madeline Reddel, with string arrangement by Mee-Hwa Roche, on the latest episode of The Green Room 🥦

Capturing the set-up of each episode, to be used as an intro, is something that we wanted to incorporate into the show from the beginning. To showcase all the different types of artists that come together to make this series possible.

From the musicians themselves, to the video & audio production, behind the scenes photography & the amazing artwork by Natori Pittman, showcasing all of the talent that our community has to offer through this show is a very fulfilling experience.

Another element that carries throughout each episode are the handwritten name & song titles by each individual artist. This title effect is a great way to show each artists unique style while still keeping the branding of the show consistent.

We’re loving how this series has turned out & can’t wait to share the other incredible artists who have submitted to be a part of this season. A huge thank you as always to our own Simon Clark for filming this episode & to Roger Slatten for capturing the audio.

Click the link below to check out the full episode & to subscribe to our YouTube channel so that you don’t miss the next episode of The Green Room 🫡
https://youtu.be/xFfE6vz4I2E?si=WF2kIF0yFgezQ4Do

05/31/2024

Deb Hart is a Lincoln artist who lives in a world of “pastel whimsy,” creating girls and creatures by drawing with pastels.

Deb’s purpose in creating her art is to spread happiness and messages of gratitude.

“Illustrating my DrawnLove ‘loves’ is my meditation,” she said. “It is my time when my mind quiets and I feel relaxed and at peace.”

She refers to her sketchbook as her “visual journal,” and hopes to continue creating art both for her own peace of mind to share a moment of peace with others.

Want to step into Deb’s world of whimsy? Explore her drawings on her Instagram page or click the link below to check out her website:
https://drawnlove.bigcartel.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaVrZBiDGQa4UYohg0uWH_xAPwZLOX_65Gl3hYeXxU8fmqXCuN_Hc7SfHw_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

Know a local artist we haven’t featured yet? Tell them to fill out a form in our bio - it’s FREE! 🥦

05/15/2024

Meliz Laugen is a watercolor and acrylic painter in Omaha, who considers herself “obsessed with color.” She’s been painting since she was three years old.

“I like a sense of whimsy and magic in my work,” Meliz said. “I’m happiest when I’m creating.”

Meliz’s favorite things to paint are flowers, cityscapes, and umbrellas to name a few. She is new to Omaha from Los Angeles and New York City, and finds new inspiration in her local landscape, as well as meeting other local artists.

“I love sharing ideas and techniques,” she said. “It’s fun to paint with other artist friends.”

See more of Meliz’s work on her Instagram page: and keep an eye out for her paintings around town.

Are you our next featured artist? It’s FREE to submit your work! Click the link in our bio to fill out a form. 🥦

05/01/2024

Gavin Marlin is a Des Moines artist who works with carving mediums like bone, stone, and jade. All the bone Gavin uses is ethically sourced.

Gavin has been running his small business for almost a decade out of his apartment and hopes to one day work full-time as a carver.

Considering himself a “sponge for learning,” Gavin finds his greatest artistic joy in the fine details that make a piece more complex the longer you look at it.

“My work is inspired by the artists who taught me whakairo across the Pacific Islands,” he said. “In my long journey of learning how to master the materials I work with, I’ve realized just how precious and beautiful animals are.”

Through his artistic journey, Gavin has aimed to make his art a reflection of that sentiment, considering all the materials he works with as sacred.

He also credits the community around him as a wealth of knowledge.

“The community for the traditional arts of the Pacific Islands are always happy to explain the meanings of designs and teach me new techniques,” Gavin said.

See more of Gavin’s work and commission a piece through his Instagram page:

Know a local artist we haven’t featured? It’s always FREE to submit a form to be featured on our page! Click the link below to fill out our submission form 🥦
https://www.broccolicc.com/submit-your-work

04/10/2024

Behind the scenes from the latest episode of our show, The Green Room 🥦

This episode features a performance of "To Be Loved" by chamber folk singer & songwriter Madeline Reddel that we had so much fun recording!

Always grateful to be able to connect with so many kind & talented artists within the community through this project.

Thank you as always to our own Simon Clark for filming this episode & to Roger Slatten for capturing audio.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel so that you don’t miss this episode & the other great artists we have featured on the show.

Click the link below to subscribe & to apply for your own episode 🤙

📸 by: Parker Harrell
https://youtu.be/xFfE6vz4I2E?si=qw4TlsVGfX39tIrR

03/22/2024

A look into the process behind the latest episode of our show, The Green Room, featuring Madeline Reddel 🥦

Thank you to Madeline, her incredibly talented band & to everyone on the Broccoli Creative Collective team who made this episode possible. Definitely one of our favorites yet!

Click the link below to check out the full episode & to subscribe to the Broccoli YouTube channel so that you don’t miss other the great artists we have lined up for this season 🫡
https://youtu.be/xFfE6vz4I2E?si=DSoh4MFMGLJ9QBmK

03/11/2024

Iris Ong is a local artist using machine sewing and fabrics to create unique bags and goods.

At first, they started making miniature bags, and then moved on to larger projects, like backpacks, using thrifted fabrics and other remnants.

Iris’s favorite part of their projects are incorporating personal touches, like dried flowers, into their bags.

“I enjoy collaborating with my customers into creating a unique bag for their needs,” they said. “I believe my bags are as unique as their future owners.”

Iris’s favorite part of being an Omaha artist is meeting the other amazing artists in the community and sharing their artwork with their peers.

See more of Iris’s work on their Instagram page and shop their goods at fruitscented.shop.

We’re looking for local artists we haven’t featured yet! Know someone who needs to be featured? It’s always FREE to submit a form! Click the link in our bio. 🥦

11/16/2023

⚡️ NEW MERCH ALERT ⚡️

Our Broccoli Creative Collective
crewnecks are NOW AVAILABLE for pre-order in a new range of colors via the link in our bio!

We’re super excited to bring these crewnecks back for the holiday season, featuring a new design by our friend Danny Trejo

A huge thank you to Parker Giddings for these awesome photos & to everyone who took the time to model these new crewnecks 📸

It’s so rewarding to be able to give our community a way to both support & spread the mission we are all so passionate about through these merch drops.

Click the link in our bio to grab your new crewneck & thank you all for your continued support of our mission & of the local art scene 🥦

11/10/2023

Darren Cech is a self-taught painter and drawer, whose subjects are typically birds, butterflies, landscapes and geometric abstraction.

“I do have a love for nature, especially our feathered friends,” Darren says.

Darren says he will continue to establish a professional presence in the art community and begin selling original works of art.

“I love to create art, as it has been a passion most of my life,” he says. “I enjoy seeing a piece of work from start to finish.”

🥦 Looking to buy an art piece of a feathered friend? Darren is your guy! Connect with him on Instagram

Have a new project you’d like to share on our platform? It’s FREE! Click the link in our bio and fill out the form to have a chance at being our next feature. 🤘😎🤘

11/02/2023

Brandon Price is a 28-year-old artist from Iowa, who’s been drawing for the past 15 years.

Inspired by artists such as Junji Ito, Shintari Kago, John Kenn Mortensen and many more, Brandon enjoys mixing creepy with psychedelic within his style.

Brandon says the intuitive use of small details and pen work in his drawings are the main attraction.

“I usually have a center focal image and will fit in as many tangles and lines as I can,” Brandon says. “I see it as chaotic zentangle, as it gives me the same form of meditation as zentangle does for others, but it’s as organized or symmetrical.”

As Brandon grows his art, he loves to see other artists in the community grow alongside him.

🥦 To show your support and make a connection with Brandon, visit his Instagram page!

Want to be our next featured artist? It’s FREE! Click the link in our bio to fill out our submission form 🤘😎🤘

10/25/2023

The next episode of our new show, The Green Room, is now available on our YouTube channel🤘

This episode features an acoustic rendition of “Dancing with Ghosts” by the female fronted punk-rock band Feel Good that we're so excited to share with you!

Click the link in our bio to check out the full episode & to subscribe to our YouTube channel so that you don't miss the other great artists we have lined up for this season.

We can't wait to introduce you to more of the amazing talent our community has to offer through this show.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this episode possible & to you Broccstars for your continued support in our mission of providing visibility, connections & support to artists like you via this platform 🥦

This episode of The Green Room features an acoustic rendition of "Dancing with Ghosts" by Feel Good, a female fronted punk-rock band from Omaha, Nebraska. Th...

10/20/2023

A look behind the scenes from the next episode of our show, The Green Room 🥦

This episode features an original song from the band Feel Good that we’re so excited to share with you next week!

Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel so that you don’t miss this episode & the other great artists featured on the show.

Click the link in our bio to subscribe & to apply for your own episode 🫡