Creative Services

Born and raised in Rochester. Graphic designer and animator by profession. Musician and chef by passion.

Graphic design, Food preparation and delivery, herbalism, music composition and performance.

Cost: Free

Location: Rochester and willing to assist in the direct area.

Lesbian Salon owner! Provider of safe space and gender affirming haircuts/color.

Haircuts & Hair Color.

Cost: $80-$200/hr

Location: Salon is in Bushwick, Brooklyn

Note: We are a safe space for queer and trans family. Not only do we a provide service to the community, we also focus on hiring lgbtq+ stylists and provide them with a safe work environment and give them the experience they need to have to successful career.

Paige is a queer + neurodivergent artist specializing in folk art through tattooing and textile work.

Gender affirming or self care tattoos.

Cost: Sliding scale, $75 minimum to cover supplies and overhead and then after that I’m willing to work on whatever projects make folks feel better.

Location: Olympia, Washington

Hi My name is Cristina, and I am a Library Science graduate Student hoping to work either in academic libraries, Data Asset Management, or technical writing. I volunteer for an organization called Diverse BookFinder. Outside of school/work I do tattoo design & illustration commissions, crochet, and like to play on my steam deck in my free time. My favorite author is RF Kuang!

Digital illustration/art, crochet, i am trained in reference services (helping people find articles/other assistance with their research, specifically health sciences).

Cost: I would be down for a barter system with other artists. Cost for art commissions depends on what I’m making. Reference info services, i’m down to try and help people for free

Location: Illinois

Note: I am willing to do services over zoom but not comfortable traveling

I am a hairstylist of 11 years that has extensive experience with curly hair, nerodivergence, and serving the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. In my freetime I play Magic The Gathering and D&D as well as make miniatures.

Hair cuts, hair color, hair treatments.

Cost: For the foreseeable future I will be offering 20% all services for those who provide a receipt for a donation to Gaza funds. I will also be offering free head shaves - starting a new undercut or shaving your entire head - until January 20th. DM me to book this free service. My last offering will be a free deep conditioning treatment and head massage with any service. DM me to receive this treatment with your next service.

Location: 301 Exchange Blvd Lower Level Suite #6, Rochester, NY 14608

Note: https://hairalchemistsaig.glossgenius.com/ to book online. Hairalchemistsaig@gmail.com for questions @hairalchemistsaig on Instagram

trans disabled artist

zines for protests/ mutual aid campaigns/ community organization

Cost: Free

Location: Eugene, OR/Virtual

Lu is a Vietnamese-Salvadoran artist based in buffalo NY. They're still covid-ing, so only remote/virtual, or outdoor + masked things! They're happy to help tackle creative projects, virtually body double so you can focus on tackling projects yourself, or go for distanced walks and hang outs to take a break from projects altogether. Covid care is essential, but we can discuss this together!

Creative projects (flier/poster making, small paintings for fundraiser raffles, whatever other ideas you may have!), virtual body doubling, space to lament, covid cautious walks/outdoor hang outs.

Cost: Free for small projects (ex. single fliers, fundraiser painting), larger projects can be discussed!

Location: Buffalo NY, creative work/body doubling to be done generally virtually, but can meet within buffalo if needed

Hi! I’m Wren! I’m a queer transmasc disabled lesbian who loves all things nerdy and nature!

Digital Zine Creation and Moderating and Dungeon Master for DnD

Cost: Zine creation - $35 per zine Dming - free!

Location: Rochester! I’d like to stay local for dnd but digital zines are open to everyone everywhere!

Note: Even if people are just needing a safe space with cats and dog to play board games and decompress and drinks lattes— my spouse and I would love to offer that

I am a licensed entry level barber (I just graduated in August and got my license in September) whose motivation is providing quality haircuts for all but especially LGBTQ, GNC, Trans and Non-binary folks. I believe that haircuts can be gender affirming care. To view my portfolio, my Instagram is @enby.cuts.roc.

Clipper cuts, scissor cuts, facial shaves/massages.

Cost: Haircuts $25, Facial shave/massage range $15-$20.

Location: I am located in downtown Rochester and can travel within the general area as long as it’s on a bus line (ie Chili, Greece, Brighton, Irondequoit, Henrietta).

Milly is a personality hire and also the Communications, Fund Development and Special Events coordinator at The Center for Youth. Working to redistribute wealth at the expense of their health, Milly wears multiple (many) hats.

Fundraising, event coordination, signage creation, marketing.

Cost: Free at the cost of being around me

Location: Rochester, NY

Paola (she/they) is an interdisciplinary conceptual artist, educator, and community connector whose work centers on identity, intimacy, vulnerability, healing, and belonging. Paola explores personal and collective narratives through photography, writing, poetry, and curated art experiences. Their practice includes art and art therapy sessions, crafting ritual and performance experiences, and developing and auditing curricula. Dedicated to social and environmental impact, Paola offers consulting and professional development in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, Belonging, and Justice. They are also skilled in translation and interpretation in Spanish, English, and French, and lead language access workshops covering topics like language justice and the ethics of community interpreting. An experienced facilitator and event planner, Paola is committed to fostering spaces where people feel seen, valued, and empowered to share their stories.

- Art and art therapy sessions

- Art, ritual, performance experiences - Curriculum development and audit

- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, Belonging and Justice consulting, couching and professional development

- Spanish, English, French translation and interpretation

- language access/ Language justice workshops

- The ethics of community interpreting

- How to work with interpreters. Etc.

- Meeting facilitation, event planning and coordination.

Cost: Sliding scale 50 - 250 per hour

Location: Hodinöhsöni territory (Rochester NY)

“My goal as an artist is to be a living permission slip. Through my work, I aim to invite others into self-reflection, creating spaces in which people feel safe and empowered to just be.” Rachel Coutant (they/she) of Impassioned Art is a Rochester, NY based Photographer, social media manager, and workshop Facilitator, known for their vibrant and colorful portraits, boudoir, and surrealism. Through their work, Rachel centers topics such as body liberation, self expression, Social Justice, Queerness, and spirituality. In every photo session, Rachel prioritizes the comfort and celebration of their models in addition to her own creativity. With each social media client, Rachel prioritizes aesthetics, client expression, and authenticity. In each workshop, Rachel prioritizes emotional and creative exploration.

Portrait, event, and performance photography. Social Media Management Workshop Facilitation

Cost: Depends on the service

Location: Rochester, NY

I am a Pilipinx-American fashion artist living on Tonga/Chumash land (known as Los Angeles). I am very passionate about slow fashion and teaching people to sew as a means of reclaiming autonomy over our clothing and our bodies. I’m an advocate for the environment, garment workers all over the world, and decolonization!

Clothing repair, sewing lessons.

Cost: $100 per lesson, or trade! Repairs depend on what’s needed but to give an idea $2 for replacing button, $5 for patching holes ~2”, $10 for patching holes ~5”, anything else TBD!

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Historic Filipinotown, 90026) - I teach at my studio

Note: ISO: BIPOC willing to trade for web design & dev to build a mutual aid clothing shop

I am a local multimedia artist working in education. I am a swiss army knife of an artist working in photography, graphic design, painting and marketing.

Photography (formal portraits, business photos, still life etc) Graphic design (logos, social media, posters, etc) Illustration / painting / general art I am willing to help give tips and teach these things too!

Cost: Free - teaching / giving art advice and tips Sliding scale - all the other services (but willing to be free / cheap depending on what needs to be done / how long it takes)

Location: Rochester NY, local only except online services like design.

I am a queer artist looking for ways to offer services to all, especially to others in the queer community. I am open to all kinds of work, from photo services to video and film work. I also do editing and color grading.

Film Photo/Video Services.

Cost: Film Photo/Video Services

Location: Located in Atlanta, GA. Open to traveling anywhere!

Note: My website is hayleyvaleri.com and will be updated soon!

Writer, editor, and traveler.

I’m a ghostwriter/editor by trade and can answer literally any questions for people thinking about writing/producing a book (in any genre). I’ve worked with authors who have published traditionally through big and small houses, hybrid, and I have plenty of experience in how self-publishing works. Oh and also how to use AI tools for writing, for the curious.

Cost: Free to answer any questions or help with project management. (Writing/editing services on a sliding scale, depending on project.)

Location: Located in Rochester. Unfortunately no car, but very available on zoom.

Note: I don’t know if my skills will be helpful but I find writing to be cathartic. So if I can help other people write or see their ideas come to life, it feels like I’m doing something good.

Agender chronically ill photographer and occasional videographer who has five cats, has essentially her own library of books, and just wants to help build genuine reciprocal community 😭🙏🏻 uhhhhhh, what else do you put in a bio? Hella spicy brained I guess? Cancer sun, Gemini rising, Virgo moon? 😂

I do photo in many forms: live music, band/artist promotional photos, portraits, headshots, weddings and engagements, sports, family etc.

Cost: Sliding scale for sure based on what type of photography it is/how long/in depth bc it’s my main source of income at the moment but also fully down to work with budgets and also GOD I love to barter services if it benefits both of us

Location: Live in Rochester and can travel as far as Buffalo or syracuse

Note: instagram at @amberjamesphoto

nails for (&by) the weird, sensitive, queer, and neurodiverse.

Cost: $84+, depending on service

Location: located in webster, ny. i work out of my private nail studio within Jelly&Co

Note:

best is my business instagram: gingerly.studio

business email: gingerlane.nails@gmail.com

Hello! I am a photographer, teacher and copyeditor living in Rochester, NY. I've lived in Rochester since August of 2020, after transferring from community college to RIT finish my BFA in Photography, and now substitute teach.

I can do passport photos for those in need, and provide copy editing for resumes and cover letters.

Cost: Sliding scale when possible / free when necessary!

Location: I live in Rochester NY, and do not have a car. I can do copy editing remotely, and photography locally!

I live in NC with my small family doing marking for small brands to pay the bills with dreams of reforming the parenting culture as a foundation for raising kids who support liberation for all.

Marketing (strategy, email marketing, content strategy etc).

Cost: Sliding scale

Location: Charlotte NC - cannot travel but will work remote

I’m a PhD candidate in the English Department at U of R. I’ve also been a writing instructor and tutor at U of R for the last few years.

Writing consulting for documents such as essay projects, college applications, cover letters, emails, etc. I try to base my consulting on what the writer asks for, including concerns over grammar, sentence structure, clarity, and organization. I do want to make it clear that I’m not an editor and will not edit the document for the writer.

Cost: Free

Location: Located around the College Town area. Would prefer to meet in public spaces with wifi, such as libraries, cafes, or bookstores (including Archivist!). Willing to travel to most places in Rochester, though if someone needs some help from outside Rochester I’m open to putting together a zoom appointment.

Queer sister team providing online support (content strategy, website support, etc) for small businesses.

We can help small business/self employed folks figure out social media strategy, do keyword/SEO research, help improve/write website copy, make/customize Squarespace websites, provide resources for chronically ill folks and other remote support.

Cost: Free or sliding scale (depending on the scope!)

Location: Located in Rochester–happy to meet up with local folks, but our services are remote so location doesn't restrict who we can help!

My name is Maggie Carrig and I work in Public Relations in Buffalo! I'm happy to help however I can. I can assist with any type of writing, talking points for speaking engagements, advice on how to navigate speaking with friends and community members, advice on how to engage or disengage media, etc.

Cost: Negotiable

Location: Buffalo, NY

Jodoh is a New York based abstract painter, conceptual sculptor, & non-binary activist whose creative work serves as a representation of their synesthetic perspective, intersectional experiences,& political expressions.

Original murals, live painting, group painting events, commissions, graphic + logo design, merchandise mock ups, interior re-design, creative consultation, and protest printables. I also provide dog walking, apt/ home cleaning, car detailing, lawn care, and furniture assembly services.

Cost: Sliding scale dependent on service and situation.

Location: I live in Rochester and I’m willing to travel as far as Ithaca, Buffalo, and Syracuse areas.

We are a LGBTQ+ owned pottery studio on Mount Hope Avenue. We provide a place to get together socially to create community and make things out of clay.

Cost: Various

Location: Rochester. NY

I’m a queer writer and creator passionate about community and art. I’ve been writing for a little over 10 years and have stepped into the world as a creative professionally this year after working in non-profit and as a virtual assistant. After this transition, I’m excited to be more hands-on within queer creative spaces and connecting with more of us.

I work with upcoming/transitioning creatives to develop sustainable lives that center their career around their dreams. I have a community called HerGarden for queer creatives to connect both virtually and in person to share experiences and learn from people who see them fully and resonate with their journey. Launching in January, this space will host monthly workshops joined by guest speakers, weekly coworking/networking sessions at local coffee shops and bi-weekly virtual sessions, closing the month with a community event open to the public. As an extension of this space, I run a new program called the Creatives Camp, which is a 4 month process working through mindset, brand identity, creative living and action planning to take creatives from an idea to execution through aligning their vision with their values supported by hands-on workshops and activities, community sessions and resources.

Cost: The HerGarden Community is a membership for $20/month

The Creatives Camp ranges between a monthly retainer of $150-$680.

Location: I am currently located in Miami,Florida and will be moving to Atlanta in March of 2025 where I will be hosting in-person events. The Creatives Camps program is virtual and available to anyone.

femme/queer film photographer.

Cost: sliding scale $50-250 per roll of film

Location: Rochester, will travel wherever with additional cost factored in

Note: laytonak12@gmail.com or @ambergolightly on instagram

Latinx (Puerto Rican) photographer 25 years old.

Photography, senior photos, headshots for corporate work.

Cost: I would mainly like to be helping people who can’t afford the service as a whole as my prices are quite low for those who can afford luxury services

Location: Rochester NY

I'm a tattoo artist who wants to help make the tattoo world more welcoming <3

Cost: 140$/hour but Im also down to do trades!

Location: The studio im at is in Chili!

I'm an artist with a wife, a daughter, and a cat. I hand carve rubber stamps and I am a printmaker.

I am the organizer of the Mini Mystery Art Machine, a Rochester, NY based art vending machine that sells mini works of art for $1. The machine is filled each month with ~15 local artists' works, and moves around the greater Rochester area on a monthly basis to unique accessible locations. It's goal is to connect artists with new art collectors. Its like a moving gallery! A great way to grow your "brand" or to spread your message.

Cost: No cost, I pay YOU $10 via Venmo for 10 mini works of art.

Location: Based in Rochester, NY, but can take artist's work from greater Western NY for now. Work can be mailed, dropped off, or picked up (if in Monroe county).

Note: See other artists works on Instagram: @minimysteryartmachine

We are a secular community choir of singers of all abilities. We foster community building and new friendships, raise awareness and funds for local organizations, share in traditions and inspirations, all while creating and sharing original music that has the power to unite us all.

We share a potluck dinner, followed by rehearsal. Weekly, Sundays from 5:30-8:30pm at the South Wedge Mission. We are accepting new members on a rolling basis; just show up and join us!

Cost: Free

Location: South Wedge Mission

Note: Making friends as an adult can be a challenge, but choir makes it a little bit easier. Please come by, we’d love to meet you!

The S3x Talk is the creation of Caitlin Chow-Ise, a queer and trans mixed Chinese femme living in Portland, OR. In addition to being an online hub for QTBIPOC-centered sex education, The S3x Talk also houses Caitlin’s art and design. The S3x Talk goods are all handmade and colorful, ranging from cards to tote bags to keychains to stickers, all with a focus on fun and sex positivity. Visit @thes3xtalk on Instagram for more!

Cost: Flexible/sliding scale, can answer sex ed questions for free via email or DM!

Location: Located in PDX— I’m available online!

A little shop of flora located in the Elmwood Village.

Floristry, event design, editorial design, and gifts.

Cost: Depends on the service. We have grab bouquets for as low as $20 and flowers by the stems in the $1-5 range.

Location: The flower shop is located in Buffalo. We are willing to travel pretty much anywhere.

Note: FREE PALESTINE

I am biochemist, an amateur cannabis grower, and a photographer. I love the outdoors and hike/climb item.

Photography, cannabis.

Cost: Payment what you can

Location: Rochester, will drive 40 minutes, negotiable

Coach, consultant, strategist, facilitator, Soror (Zeta Phi Beta), muva, activistpreneur, & Black millennial. I am the Founder & Visionary of The Afrocentric Communiversity, LLC ~ a consulting firm for activist-based businesses, nonprofits, & freelancers. Our specialty is helping folx “operationalize” their principles & values.

Cost: Free offering in subscription-based online community. Sliding scale offered for long-term engagement ✊🏾

Location: Based in Fort Worth, TX. Services can be provided virtually.

Note: DM us on Instagram @afrocommuniversity

I’m Meredith, a queer Asian American leather worker and former community organizer with a passion for handcrafting beautiful and durable leather goods ranging from wallets to custom harnesses. I draw inspiration from tarot, queer & AAPI culture, D&D, and my two cats. Sustainability is important to me, and I offer repairs and restoration of pre-loved leather goods so that their owners can continue to treasure them rather than send old items to the landfill.

I am a professional leather crafter and offer stock items as well as custom and bespoke designs. Some favorite examples I’ve done: recreating a wallet for a blind customer who needed the exact same layout as her broken wallet; custom black and purple bag for a disabled 25-year-old’s rollator; body harnesses for trans folks; belts in any size. I also clean and condition leather boots & jackets, repair bag straps, etc. Non-leather: jack-of-all-trades DIY woodworking (coffee tables, etc.); restoration of antique tools; knowledge of youth organizing & economic justice orgs in Boston & MA.

Cost: Sliding scale; generally $20-$50/hour of work. I am willing to work with QTPOC.

Location: New Haven, CT; services from NJ to Boston or by mail/video.

Hello! I’m trying to build a professional writing portfolio. I know I can write well, I just don’t have much other than long-winded introspective posts and poetry to really showcase my skills. I have helped friends with proofreading, editing, résumé creation, cover letters, professional emails, LinkedIn help, counseling teens and young adults about college, life coaching…etc. I love to write, and I have…been through some difficult situations, let’s say. I have life experience in spades. I have resources that I know well within Rochester, and can share knowledge of through personal experience. I would be willing to provide my services/help to anyone in need, in hopes that I could build a professional portfolio, gain experience, gain references, and even letters of recommendation to help with a career change. Let me know if I can help! 🙂

I can do proofreading, editing, résumé creation, cover letters, professional emails, LinkedIn help, counseling teens and young adults about college, life coaching…etc. Anything that involves writing or sharing what I know, really.

Cost: Very negotiable 🙂

Location: South Wedge area of Rochester. Can meet up close by or via Zoom.