Charlotte James is a digital communications strategist and entrepreneur originally from Philadelphia. She came to Baltimore to study at Johns Hopkins University and decided to stay! And we’re so glad she’s here.
She currently serves as the Director of Outreach and Communications for Common Curriculum, a local ed-tech startup. She is a former Baltimore Corps Fellow and current Baltimore Creatives Acceleration Network Founder Fellow with her nail art business, Power Decals.
Where do you draw inspiration from?
My business partner – she’s an incredible designer and helps me hone my aesthetic.
Favorite creative hobby, outside of design?
A friend recently got me back into sculpey clay so probably going to keep playing around with that.
What advice would you give to your 20-something self?
I’m still in my 20’s so if anyone has any advice, hook a sister up! Just kidding but for real, I always tell anyone younger than me that it’s totally cool to not know exactly what you want to do or who you want to be, as long as you’re always hustling towards something.
it’s totally cool to not know exactly what you want to do or who you want to be, as long as you’re always hustling towards something.
Charlotte James is the Co-Owner of Power Decals
Power Decals is a line of vibrant, statement-making nail decals that celebrate culture and powerful women. The Baltimore business is shaking up your handshake, as seen in Baltimore Magazine. But founders Charlotte and her partner Valentina Fiamma Ziino Colanino want more than amazing nail art. They create their decal designs based culturally diverse patterns and even feature inspiring women throughout history.
Meet Charlotte at AIGA Baltimore’s Ink & Pixels 2018
Join us at Ink & Pixels on September 29th to get to know her in person! Charlotte will be moderating the panel and town hall discussions on issues relevant to the emerging designer.
Register for Ink & Pixels – 9/29/2018
