Breaking Barriers: The Creative Lab,

About the event

Breaking Barriers: The Creative Lab

Empowering the next generation of creatives through design, self-expression, and entrepreneurship.

On December 4, 2026, during Miami Art Week, PerryCo will host Breaking Barriers: The Creative Lab, an immersive creative education workshop for 30 Miami high school students at Origins Miami in the Wynwood Arts District.

This hands-on experience will introduce students to footwear design, artistic customization, and creative entrepreneurship. Participants will customize PerryCo canvas footwear and tote bags while learning from creative professionals, including multidisciplinary artists and designers.

Why This Matters

Creative talent exists everywhere, but access to professional resources, mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities is not always equally available.

Breaking Barriers: The Creative Lab aims to bridge that gap by introducing students to creative career possibilities while encouraging individuality, confidence, and self-expression.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We're seeking corporate sponsors and community partners to help bring this experience to life.

Sponsorship funding will support student footwear, customization materials, professional instruction, venue costs, photography and videography, and essential event logistics.

In return, sponsors will have opportunities for brand recognition through event signage, digital promotions, social media acknowledgments, and post-event content, depending on their sponsorship level.

About PerryCo

Founded in 2018 by Brittney Perry, PerryCo is a woman-owned, unisex footwear and lifestyle brand built on the philosophy of Breaking Barriers. The brand has been featured in publications including GQ, Essence, and Complex, with products available through retailers including Nordstrom and Macy's.

Beyond footwear, PerryCo is committed to creating meaningful experiences that connect design, education, and entrepreneurship.

See an example of a previous sneaker customization workshop led by one of our facilitators, Michael Fletcher:

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Why should you sponsor?

Sponsoring Breaking Barriers: The Creative Lab is an opportunity to invest in the next generation of creatives while supporting youth education, artistic expression, and entrepreneurship.

Taking place during Miami Art Week, this initiative will provide 30 Miami high school students with a hands-on experience in footwear design and customization, guided by experienced artists and creative professionals.

Your sponsorship will directly support student footwear, art supplies, professional instruction, event production, and the resources needed to create an engaging educational experience.

Beyond financial support, sponsors will have the opportunity to align their brands with an initiative that celebrates creativity, individuality, and access to opportunities in the arts.

Depending on their sponsorship level, partners will receive recognition through event signage, social media, digital promotions, professional photography, and post-event video content.

This is more than a one-day workshop. It's an opportunity to introduce young people to creative career pathways, encourage entrepreneurial thinking, and help them recognize the potential of their own ideas.

By partnering with PerryCo, sponsors can contribute to a meaningful community experience while demonstrating their commitment to education, creativity, and the next generation of innovators.

Brittney Perry

PerryCo is a woman-owned, unisex footwear and lifestyle brand founded in 2018 by Brittney Perry. Built on the philosophy of Breaking Barriers, PerryCo combines design, inclusivity, and creative expression with a commitment to empowering the next generation.

As a self-taught footwear designer and entrepreneur, Brittney built PerryCo from an idea into a nationally recognized brand, earning recognition from the MUSE Design Awards and Global Footwear Awards, with features in GQ, Essence, Marie Claire, and other publications. PerryCo products are also available through major retailers, including Nordstrom and Macy's.

Beyond building the brand, Brittney has worked to create meaningful educational experiences for young people. Through initiatives involving the Boys & Girls Club, Chicago Sky, and The Imagination Project, PerryCo has introduced students to design, entrepreneurship, and hands-on creative learning.

Breaking Barriers: The Creative Lab builds on this experience by bringing together established creative professionals to provide 30 Miami high school students with an opportunity to explore footwear design, artistic customization, and entrepreneurship during Miami Art Week.

Sponsors can feel confident partnering with PerryCo because this initiative is rooted in years of brand-building, community engagement, and a demonstrated commitment to creating opportunities for young people.

Our goal is not simply to host an event, but to deliver a meaningful experience that inspires students, creates lasting memories, and demonstrates what is possible when creativity meets opportunity.

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