COURTNEY LAUREN NATT

A culture-centered creative director and founder turning art, identity, and community into experiences, programming, and brand presence.

Co-founder, Create & Be Studio

BECOMING IN PUBLIC PODCAST

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Natt is a multidisciplinary creative entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Create & Be Studio, a premier art gallery and cultural hub in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Trained at the New York Film Academy, her work spans fine art, music production, cinematography, branding, and event planning — all anchored by a belief that creativity is community. Over seven years she has built one of the Poconos' most recognized cultural spaces, creating events and experiences that lift up artists, founders, and storytellers who are often overlooked. She is the host of Becoming in Public, a podcast about identity, business, and building something real.

Works Across Art, Culture & Community

A curated selection of projects that reflect the many ways I create-turning ideas into experiences, stories, and impact.

an annual community-centered celebration of Black art, music, business, and creative expression in Stroudsburg.

BLACK CULTURE IN THE BURG