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COMPRESSOR

The Compressor is a residency, series of workshops, and projects designed to help you fully immerse yourself in the creative process. As a residency, it provides creative space, and resources like studio access, funding, and opportunities to connect with fellow creatives—all free from everyday distractions. At the same time, it offers a series of workshops packed with practical tips, hands-on guidance, and actionable insights to help refine any craft and take talent to the next level compressed into a dedicated timeframe.

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About The Residency

The Compressor residency provides a platform to experiment, develop new projects, or iterate current ones. Each day starts with possibility, your mind clear, your tools ready. There’s a quiet hum of focus in the air, shared by other artists on their own journeys, each one feeding the collective energy. Conversations spark new ideas; solitude lets you explore them deeply. The outside world feels distant, but your vision sharpens. You leave with more than just work—you leave transformed, carrying new perspectives and a stronger sense of purpose.

5 Days = 5 Months

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Five-day immersion designed to compress months of exploration into a concentrated burst of creative discovery. Packed with workshops, collaborative sessions, and solo focus time, it’s a space to refine your vision, experiment fearlessly, and push boundaries. 

1. Innovator

A workshop dedicated to redefining possibilities, sparking bold ideas, and shaping the future of your work.

2. Accelerator

Fast-paced workshop designed to ignite ideas, streamline processes, and drive breakthroughs.

3. Studio

Dedicated day for uninterrupted creation, where ideas take shape and vision becomes reality.

4. Activation

A high-energy session designed to spark momentum, and break through creative blocks.

5. Hype

An immersive workshop pushing your creative, amplifying focus, and accelerating bold experimentation.

Micro Workshops

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Jun 7 - Sep 12  |  At the Creator Hub

Accelerator

Many Creatives go through their careers feeling frustrated and lost. They love their work, but something doesn't seem to be working. They are discouraged by the great mystery as to why some Artists become successful and widely recognized while others don't. Why does some work make it onto shelves, picked up by galleries, is hung in museums, published in books, or makes it onto platforms while other work fails? It’s a black box few can unlock, and fewer are willing to share their secret. It seems to be beyond logic or understanding. This workshop changes that.

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Jul 10 - Nov 20  |  At the Creator Hub

Distributor

This course dives deep into the art and strategy of distribution for independent creatives, equipping you with the tools to get your product or service into the hands of the right audience. Whether you’re launching a physical product, digital service, or creative work, we’ll explore how to navigate the complexities of supply chains, platforms, and partnerships. You’ll learn how to identify the best distribution channels, balance exclusivity with accessibility, and build strategies that maximize reach without compromising your brand’s identity. From leveraging direct-to-consumer models and collaborating with retailers to utilizing digital ecosystems, this course helps you define your path to market while retaining full creative control. By the end, you’ll walk away with a personalized distribution blueprint that aligns with your vision, ensures sustainability, and connects your work with the audience it deserves.

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Jul 14 - Sep 2  |  At the Creator Hub

Innovator

This course is designed to help independent creatives harness the power of innovation to transform their ideas into groundbreaking realities. Through a unique and proven breakthrough framework, you’ll uncover how to identify untapped opportunities, challenge conventional thinking, and develop solutions that redefine what’s possible in your field. We’ll explore the anatomy of innovation—from sparking original ideas to refining them into actionable strategies. You’ll learn how to apply this framework to your creative process, navigating the balance between experimentation and execution, and uncovering insights that lead to real impact. By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools and techniques to approach every challenge with a fresh perspective and a framework to consistently generate and implement innovative ideas that set you apart in any industry.

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Jul 14 - Sep 2  |  At the Creator Hub

Get It To Work

This course is built around a simple yet transformative engineering principle: “Get it to work, then get it to work better.” Designed for independent creatives, it teaches you how to approach your craft with an iterative mindset—focusing first on building a solid foundation, then refining, improving, and innovating with purpose. You’ll explore how to tackle creative challenges step by step, prioritizing functionality before layering on sophistication. Through practical techniques, case studies, and hands-on exercises, you’ll learn how to take an idea from rough prototype to polished masterpiece without getting bogged down in perfectionism too early. By the end of this course, you’ll have a repeatable process for evolving your work from good to great—turning functional concepts into exceptional creations that stand out in any space.

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Jul 14 - Sep 2  |  At the Creator Hub

Activation

In the world of creative, ideas are only as powerful as their execution. This course dives deep into the concept of "activation"—the crucial step of bringing a brand, product, or campaign to life in a way that resonates and delivers impact. You’ll learn how to transform abstract concepts into real-world experiences through high-level execution strategies that maximize engagement, relevance, and results. From pinpointing the right timing and channels to leveraging storytelling and design, this course will show you how to ensure every activation hits its mark. Through a mix of case studies, practical exercises, and insider frameworks, you’ll gain the tools to elevate your ideas from good to extraordinary—making every campaign or launch a true extension of your brand’s vision. Whether you’re introducing a product, creating a pop-up event, or rolling out a digital campaign, this course will help you execute at the highest level.

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Jul 14 - Sep 2  |  At the Creator Hub

Proliferation 

In the creative world, greatness is rarely defined by a single masterpiece. The most celebrated creatives—whether artists, writers, designers, or innovators—share one defining trait: they are prolific. This course is designed to help you embrace and cultivate the discipline of consistent creation, pushing past perfectionism, self-doubt, and creative blocks. You’ll explore the frameworks and habits that prolific creators use to turn ideas into tangible work at an impressive pace, while maintaining quality and innovation. Through actionable strategies, you’ll learn how to stay inspired, balance ambition with execution, and build a body of work that not only defines your career but also creates a lasting impact. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your craft, develop a daily creative practice, or simply increase your creative output, this course will show you how to channel your potential into a consistent, unstoppable flow. It’s not just about creating more—it’s about creating your legacy.

Macro Workshops

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Jul 14 - Sep 2  |  At the Creator Hub

Start A Movement

Throughout history, art movements like the Renaissance, Baroque, Romanticism, Modernism, and even Post-postmodernism have redefined culture and expression. But movements aren’t confined to galleries or canvases—they ripple through society in profound ways. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Marcel Duchamp, Banksy, and Barbara Kruger have harnessed their craft to ignite protests and champion human rights, inspiring people to rise Onward and Upward. Innovators like Steve Jobs, Thomas Edison, and Nikola Tesla revolutionized industries, pushing entire societies Forward with groundbreaking technologies. And visionaries like Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Mother Teresa sparked civil rights movements that lifted the oppressed Upward. What ties them all together? It all began with one. One idea. One action. One spark. To create motion. To build momentum. To start a movement.

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Jul 14 - Sep 2  |  At the Creator Hub

Plus Won

Every day presents an opportunity to add something positive—a small win, a learned lesson, or a step forward. The concept of "Plus Won" is rooted in the idea that incremental progress, compounded over time, leads to transformative change. It's not about massive leaps or overnight success; it's about showing up, making intentional choices, and adding value to every moment. Each positive action builds upon the last, creating a ripple effect of growth and momentum. Over time, these small, consistent efforts add up—not just to progress, but to meaningful victories. With "Plus Won," every day is a step closer to the ultimate win: a life of purpose, growth, and achievement.

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Jul 14 - Sep 2  |  At the Creator Hub

Polar Compliments

True creativity often thrives at the intersection of opposites. "Polar-Compliments" is the concept of blending two seemingly contradictory elements to create something entirely new—much like the unexpected harmony of chocolate and peanut butter. This approach celebrates contrast, finding balance where others see conflict, and using tension as a springboard for innovation. Whether it’s mixing tradition with modernity, chaos with structure, or simplicity with complexity, Polar-Compliments reveal the hidden synergy between opposites. By embracing the push-and-pull dynamic, creatives unlock fresh perspectives and solutions that couldn’t exist otherwise. It’s a reminder that innovation isn’t about choosing sides—it’s about merging worlds.

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