Testimonials

"Working with Joliet and her team at f/504 was a very rewarding experience. Not only inspirational — their efforts to be a safe, community-driven haven for New Orleans creatives and businesses — but also beneficial. Our small business was highlighted in front of new audiences and potential clients, giving us some much needed visibility in a short amount of time. Visitors were kind, eager, and exceptionally talented. Two Studios is happy to partner with f/504 in the future and we recommend future collaborations to our colleagues and friends."

"Our experience so far has been pleasant I have only been involved with the previous swap/ sale but it was very interesting seeing everyone sift through donated goods got treasures and then we, ricRACK were there to repair or upgrade. It's a helpful practice to facilitate the reclaiming of clothing as most of it ends up in a landfill. Any effort to keep clothing in closets- even if you have to add to or take it away is a good effort. We are grateful to be involved and look forward to the next event." 

"Working with f/504 was a magical experience at the Hotel Peter and Paul Church. Their team was kind and communicative leading up to the event and that energy translated to every aspect of the photoshoot event in the space. The people drawn to their events are beautiful, sweet, and supportive and everyone came excited and ready to collaborate. Our space was cared for and respected and I plan on continuing to work with this organization in our space again."

"It was an honor to have the opportunity to be a part of f/504's community of creatives. It was a pleasure to work with the team with planning and execution of the event. Seeing happy faces, new friendships, smirking photographers after taking a good shot, were all reasons to think how important it is to bring people together. Thank you to the f/504 team for creating experiences for all of us."

"f/504 makes everyone feel welcome, especially beginners." 

"I really loved the clothing swap, I love the concept and ended up with some great stuff." 

"Like.. I was nervous, but that it was okay to be nervous and that I wasn't alone, so then that actually helped. I didn't feel judged and I also met some really cool people that I'd love to work with sometime, but also I enjoyed their company! I like how fstop events feel relaxed and don't feel so stiff, which i think is really helpful for beginners / newcomers. I know someone already said that, but like, I was scared I was going to be really overwhelmed but I wasn't. Also fstop events I've found are great for me with my autism, they aren't too loud and usually have cool spaces where there's all kinds of areas to go and sit or stand if I need a break from sound or anything like that. I don't feel as stressed to mask as much. The more everyone knows each other a little and I see the same people at different events, the more I feel that I'm part of a community, an artists community.. fstop events are just a very comfortable place to be both physically and mentally." 

"In my experience from having attended several f/504 events, they are an incredibly comfortable place to exercise your creative muscles with like-minded people in a beautiful setting. I have met so many wonderful creatives in the city through their events and have created art I'm proud of! Everyone is so welcoming and keen to collaborate. I highly recommend it!"