For 21 years, Metamorph Studios has been a fixture of Wicker Park culture. We have survived two decades of neighborhood shifts and economic cycles by remaining a sanctuary for art, identity, and creative expression. If you’ve been part of the Chicago arts scene, you might also know me through CARRORISM, the charity I founded and personally funded from 2016 to 2020. I have always believed that a legacy shop’s job is to pour back into its community. For years, that is exactly what I did.

Today, I am facing a crossroads I never imagined. 2025 was a devastating year, resulting in significant financial loss. The combination of a shifting workforce and rising costs has left Metamorph in a vulnerable position. I am currently six months behind on rent, and without immediate help, this 21-year legacy will come to an end. Because of the financial losses, traditional bank loans and grants are currently out of reach. For the first time in two decades, I am the one who must ask for a lifeline.

I am fighting to raise funds to ensure Metamorph doesn't just survive, but stabilizes. This support will help cover back rent, provide the runway needed to restructure our team, adapt to the new labor market, and cover essential overhead while we pivot our business model. This isn't just about a storefront; it’s about preserving a piece of Wicker Park’s soul. I have spent my career investing in this city and its artists. Now, I am asking for your help to keep the doors of Metamorph open. Any donation or share will make a difference and help preserve a piece of Wicker Park's soul.