Meet the Crew: The Hearts Behind the Sparkle
We are the Glitter Pirates—a growing band of innovative artists on a mission to bring a touch of sparkle and shimmer to the art world. We infuse our creations with dazzling components to develop mesmerizing pieces we call "Glitterbuggs."
Each one is a unique blend of creativity designed to capture attention and bring a sense of excitement and wonder to all who encounter them.
The Code of the Crew
Every Glitter Pirate begins their journey with a single act of faith. To join our ranks, an artist must offer their very first creation to the collective as a tribute for anonymous gifting.
We don’t keep our treasures; we set them free. Every artist featured below has traded their first spark to become a messenger of the light, ensuring that the Infinite Ripple continues to find those who need it most.
@ Who are the Glitter Pirates?
SPEEDO (he/we)
The concept for the Glitterbugg project began with SPEEDO (aka Charlie Lanigan). Residing in Denver, Colorado, SPEEDO works full-time as a Data Engineer & Analyst, while holding a deep passion for graphic design. Utilizing the pronouns he/we, SPEEDO operates from a deeply empathic space—honed through his own lived experiences with mental health challenges and a profound understanding of life's emotional valleys. Because of that journey, he moves through the world not just as an individual, but as someone uniquely connected to a collective community and a shared energy.
As a queer artist and activist, he spent years searching for a project where art, data, and purpose might collide. At its core, this project stands as a celebration of four essential pillars: Joy, Love, Curiosity, and Creativity. SPEEDO built this project as a for the collective to unleash those values into the wild. Beyond leaving a trail of sparkling blessings, the project serves a practical purpose: teaching everyday people about the power of metrics and modeling a real-world blueprint for independent artists to map, track, and shop their wares.
MOMO(she/her)
Sparkle Strategist & Joy Seeker
By day, Momo is a 3rd-grade teacher, but her soul is permanently dipped in glitter and guided by the unbridled creativity of her students. As a "Glitter Pirate," she brings a loud, vibrant energy to the community, proving that being "artsy" is just another way of being a seer of truth. Momo is a fierce champion for goodness and a protector of the unprotected, whether that’s a tiny insect in the garden or a quiet voice in a crowded room. Her work is inspired by the magic of nature and the inclusive, kind world she helps her students build every day. Sparkly by nature and joy-seeking by choice, Momo creates cheery, glittery bugs as a reminder that we are all called to be a light in the world.
Vibe: Loud, kind, nature-loving, and unapologetically sparkly.
Annette(she/her)
Annette(she/her)
With a heart rooted in creativity and a mind shaped by fashion, art, and the quiet electricity of inspiration. My work lives where emotion meets design-where color becomes language, where form becomes story, and where communities gather around shared imagination.
I believe in the transformative power of creative expression. Fashion is not fabric; it is feeling. Art is not medium; it is memory. And creativity, when shared, becomes a bridge-connecting individuals, uplifting voices, and building spaces where people feel seen, understood, and inspired.
In my projects and collaborations, I strive to evoke beauty, authenticity, and intention. I am drawn to environments where ideas are encouraged to wander, where innovation is nurtured, and where community is valued as both muse and mission. I bring an open spirit, a curious eye, and a deep love for crafting work that resonates.
! Who are the Glitter Pirates
Remy (they/them)
Remy (they/them)
Remy (they/them)
Meet Remy, a queer artist who moved from Ohio to Denver in 2020. Remy rediscovered their love for drawing and now uses art as a powerful tool for expression and self-rediscovery. Heavily inspired by wood engraving art from the 1500's, Remy's work carries a piece of themself in every creation, with deeply personal emotion. Their hobbies and interests include: petting every dog, being a silly goose and putting hats on their cat.
Chloë(she/her)
Remy (they/them)
Remy (they/them)
Meet Chloë: a proud, 34-year-old Mexican powerhouse raised in the vibrant energy of Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua.
If it glitters, shines, or catches the light, consider her hooked—she’s unabashedly obsessed with rhinestones and brings that same sparkle everywhere she goes. When she’s not tearing up the dance floor, you’ll find her lost in the electric glow of live concerts or hanging out with any dog in her immediate orbit.
As the trailblazing, proud LGBTQ+ icon of her family (so far!), Chloë wears her journey as a badge of honor. She pairs that authenticity with a sense of humor that’s wonderfully dry, unfiltered, and delightfully sarcastic. Her philosophy? Life’s way too short not to laugh at the absurd and let yourself shine bright. ✨