Commencement Brands

06/21/2026

Come learn Brand Basics at the Q***r Made Pride Market, June 27th at Peabody Heights Brewery, Baltimore. Limited spots are available so register now on the Commencement Brands page. There will be learning, performances and art galore!

Please note masks are mandatory when not eating or drinking. KN95 masks will be provided for those in need.

See you at
Pride Q***r Made Market with Inky Cap Artist Co-op
June 27, 2026
3-4 PM
Peabody Heights Brewery
401 E 30th St, Baltimore, MD 21218
Free Event. Pay What You Can to the Artist, Performers and Instructors

06/17/2026

Stop by our table at Schism: A Drag & Burlesque Show on June 18th by ! Learn about our photography, marketing and event services for artists! Check out work by and other artists during the Artist Market!

Buy your tickets now! Presale is $15 and tickets go up to $20 day of. The show will take place at Barrel House 1341 14th St NW | Washington DC. Doors open at 9 PM.

06/15/2026

This might be... News to You: Our Creative Director, B. B. Bailey () has been nominated for the S.A.F.E Hero Award as a part of the Tony Aye Artistry's Indie Artistry Awards . Voting is open through June 30th for this category as well as several others celebrating Independent Artists and their contributions. The 2026 winners will be recognized during the LIVE Indie Artistry Awards being held at July 10th.

Vote here: https://tr.ee/FSbwHqEEOe

06/11/2026

Have you ever asked yourself what you should charge for your talent or product? This one is for you because we know that one price does NOT fit all. 💸 Catch us 6/24 at noon, ONLINE.

In Comm Brands Pricing Basics, we explore how you can diversify your offerings to build multiple streams of income in your business. We all have expenses and need to position ourselves in the markets we serve. Learn how to set prices that feel fair to your customers and great for your future.

06/11/2026

Come learn Brand Basics (FOR FREE) at the Q***r Made Pride Market, June 27th at Peabody Heights Brewery, Baltimore. Our official workshop time will be announced shortly but Save the Date! There will be learning, performances and art galore! Now that's Pride! 🌈

Please note masks are mandatory for workshop teachers and their students when not eating or drinking. KN95 masks will be provided for those in need.

See you then
Pride Q***r Made Market with Inky Cap Artist Co-op
June 27, 2026
1-6 PM
Peabody Heights Brewery
401 E 30th St, Baltimore, MD 21218
Free Event. Pay What You Can to the Artist, Performers and Instructors

06/11/2026

TAG SOMEONE NOW! This month we're taking nominations to Sponsor A Brand and we've raised $160 so far!

That means 10 spots for the Basics
And A Mini Photoshoot

or

A Highlight Video
and 2 Social Media Template Kits

We just need you to tag some more people who could use the lift. No donation required, just tag or email us about a brand worth sponsoring. There's still time to donate or share through June 30th.

06/08/2026

Is your business built for the long haul? 🏗️ It's ok to build community while you grow yourself as a business. Come join Comm Brands for a session this summer with CBCA Basics! We break down how to structure you business's personality, what branding means to your business, and building/spotting a great partner and write agreements where everyone can be happy. 😁

CBCA Summer Program:
June 24 - Comm Brands Pricing Basics ($10 online - 1 hour @ 12 PM)
June 27 - Comm Brands Brand Basics (, Pay What You Can)
July 29 - Comm Brands Brand Basics ($10 online - 1 hour @ 12 PM)
August 26 - Comm Brands Network Basics ($10 online - 1 hour @ 12 PM)

To sign up on our website to reserve your spot today!

06/03/2026

Know of a brand worth supporting??🤔 Donate this month and you can sponsor a brand owner from an underrepresented affinity.

We're a small business and your support helps us to keep going to serve the communities that need us the most.

Donation Options:
$10 - A brand owner gets to join the Basics on June 24th
$25 - A brand owner gets a 3-pack Social Media Kit
$60 - A brand owner gets a Mini Photoshoot
$100 - A brand owner gets a Highlight Video

To nominate a Brand Owner, put their social media username, website or a way to reach them in the comment section of your donation or send an email to [email protected] with the subject 'Sponsor a Brand'. Let us know if you would like to be kept updated on the status of the campaign and services offered as a result of this month's donations. Multiple brand owners will be selected and may be offered higher tier services depending on the value of the whole fund. The more you donate, the more we will provide.

06/01/2026