Creative

The ‘World’s Largest Volunteer-Run Makerspace’ is in Dallas, and it’s Doubling In Size

by | Jul 9, 2019
The nonprofit was "busting at the seams" with members and projects, and decided an expansion was necessary. Check out what's being built, carved, repurposed, sewn, laser-cut, and more with our tour of the space (and its creators).
MORE
A Baker’s Dozen: Dallas Innovates’ Most Popular Stories So Far This Year
by | Jul 2, 2019
We're halfway through 2019. Let's take a look back on the stories that have grabbed our readers' attention the most.
MORE
(Yarn) Bombs Away: Dallas Lime Scooters Go Red, White, and Blue
by | Jul 1, 2019
To celebrate Independence Day, local Lime scooters just got a lot more patriotic—and cozy—thanks to the Dallas Yarn Bombers, a local knitting group.
MORE
The Countdown: Dallas Innovates’ 10 Most Popular Stories in June
by | Jul 1, 2019
Take a look back on the stories that grabbed our readers' attention last month.
MORE

‘Epitome of Mixed Use’: Old Meets New in Deep Ellum’s The Epic Development

by | Jun 19, 2019
Developers are preserving history and building blocks of sustainability in one of Dallas' most historic neighborhoods.
MORE
https://giga.dhdfilms.com/dreamhack
Take a Closer Look at DreamHack Dallas 2019 with DHD Films’ Gigapixel Photos
by | Jun 14, 2019
DHD Films is giving viewers a 360-degree tour of DreamHack Dallas with DHD GIGA, a 4-billion-pixel capture that lets viewers get up close and personal with attendees.
MORE
‘At the Speed of Bright’:
UT Dallas Boasts its Best in Brand Campaign
by | Jun 13, 2019
The campaign aims to highlight "bright students, innovative programs, renowned faculty, committed staff, engaged alumni, and research that matters."
MORE
Match Group Announces Plans to Launch New ‘Tinder Lite’ App
by | Jun 13, 2019
Dallas-headquartered Match Group released plans to launch a new Lite version of the popular dating app Tinder. The app will be better suited for smaller areas with limited access to data and internet.
MORE
museum

Texas Artists Win Up to $6K at DMA’s 2019 Awards to Artists

by | Jun 12, 2019
DFW-based artists triumphed at the Dallas Museum of Art's 2019 Awards to Artists. The money artists received from the program goes toward purchasing photography equipment, applying to artist residencies, producing videos, and more.
MORE
Immortals Gaming Club Acquires Frisco’s OpTic Gaming in Multi-Million Dollar Deal
by | Jun 12, 2019
Immortals Gaming Club's recent purchase of OpTic Gaming's parent company, Infinite Esports & Entertainment, is being called the "largest change of control transaction in esports history."
MORE
The Countdown: Dallas Innovates’ 10 Most Popular Stories in May
by | Jun 10, 2019
Take a look back on the stories that grabbed our readers' attention last month.
MORE
Perception of Deception: Museum of Illusions Headed to Dallas
by | Jun 6, 2019
The worldwide interactive museum is about to add an eccentric twist to downtown Dallas.
MORE

Photo Recap: Dallas Hosts its First DreamHack Festival

by | Jun 3, 2019
The largest U.S. DreamHack festival ever took place right here in Dallas this weekend. Spotted at DreamHack: A-list esports teams (Dallas Fuel and Mavs Gaming), musicians (Seven Lions, Kuuro, Grant, Trivium, Cane Hill, and Hyro the Hero), and actor Jeff Goldblum.
MORE
DreamHack Hosts Its Largest U.S. Event Yet in Dallas
by | May 31, 2019
DreamHack Dallas is more than just an esports event. The nonstop three-day festival also features a hackathon, film screenings, and concerts from EDM and metal bands.
MORE
Female-Focused Nonprofit StateraArts Introduces Mentorship Chapter in Dallas-Fort Worth
by | May 29, 2019
As the Latin word for "balance," Statera symbolizes a holistic creative environment that nourishes innovation. Local women in the arts can apply for the mentorship program by June 1 to learn how to cultivate their ideas and tackle obstacles they are facing in their professional careers.
MORE
Amanda Moreno Lake poses for a portrait in her office as Jim Lake Companies in Dallas, T.X. Moreno is an entrepreneur and real estate developer. [Photo: Rebeca Posadas-Nava]
Placemakers: Real Estate Developer Amanda Moreno-Lake’s Perseverance Pays Off
by | May 29, 2019
"A 'no' always meant 'maybe' to me," says real estate developer Moreno-Lake. That determined nature and an entrepreneurial mindset has led to success in building communities from Oak Cliff to Cedar Hill to Waxahachie.
MORE