I’ve always been artsy and creative. After becoming a cancer survivor 16 ago I wanted to do something more creative to keep myself “sustainable”, and now work with sheet metal which are pure non refined, sustainable environmentally conscious “green” metals, which are…
I have been creating jewelry using off-loom beading techniques since 1996 and began creating Kumihimo Braids with beads in 2010. After studying with Makiko Tada, a Master Braider in Japan, I added Japanese silks and other fibers to my braids. I’ve also…
Emily’s work and visual explorations are filled with an inherent nostalgia of a time and place long gone. In a time where handwritten notes and making lists on actual paper rather than a smartphone seem like habits slowly disappearing from our culture,…
I am a Cleveland based transgender artist with an interest in exploring gender through the lens of historical fashion and folklore. I was inspired by stop motion animation, shadow puppets, and stage design to create my photographic illustration style. I create two…
Tiny Erica Jewelry by Erica Montejo has long focused on abstracting organic forms like flowers and seed pods into streamlined geometric shapes that are all hand-fabricated using 14k gold, sterling silver, and gemstones. The resulting pieces are nods to nature’s architectural beauty,…
Marianne Hite, a native of Akron Ohio, was born in 1962. She started as an enamellist on metal but upon seeing a cover of a magazine with Dominick Labino’s glasswork she searched for a place where she could study glass as well…
After an initial degree in the field of science, Rozanne Anderson received a BFA in Painting from the University of Akron in 1993. She continued with independent study in printmaking and sculpture through 1994, and studied etching and lithography at Kent State University from…
Born with a rebellious and creative curious spirit, Michelle Pajak-Reynolds began designing jewelry at 5 years old after being inspired by the power bracelets and tiara worn by actress Lynda Carter in the Wonder Woman television series. And her history with jewelry…
We are a married couple making hand fabricated sterling silver jewelry since 1990. Maryann Posch has been selling her creations at arts and crafts shows since 1980. John Gulyas learned to make jewelry from Maryann. Maryann studied jewelry making at Kent State…
Artist and arts educator Catherine Butler has been creating curiosities for the world to view, explore and wear for decades. She aims to bring thought provoking delight to her audiences. In addition to installation and performance art, Butler is also known for…
