STAINED GLASS CLASS HANDMADE STAINED GLASS @sharonsstainedglassclass Meet The ARTIST WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?I am Sharon Burnside and I live in Aiken SC. I retired from the Steel Mill up north. I have been doing stained glass for over 30 yrs. I now teach one-on-one classes in my art studio. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I use the copper foil technique for making stained glass and that is what I teach. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?My love of church windows. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I put in over 30 years working in the Steel mill. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.The Saturday farmer’s market on Reynolds st and 8th. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?It keeps me out of trouble. Takes me away from my worries and I can create something beautiful for others to enjoy, along with my self. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Do what you enjoy for as long as you enjoy it then it never becomes work. I love meeting everyone at these craft events. When they come up to me and say “I bought one of your pieces before!” I love to hear it and love to know what they have bought! RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
RB WOOD CREATIONS custom shadow boxes, cutting boards, and other fine wood working @RBWoodCreations Meet The ARTIST WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? Reuben Brauer retired from the U.S. Navy in 2017 and founded RB Wood Creations in Grovetown, Georgia in 2018. He built a reputation for building custom shadow boxes, cutting boards and other pieces of fine woodworking. RB Wood Creations specializes in creating 3-Dimensional patterns and images in 2-Dimensional works. This is accomplished via various methods, such as arrangement of various species of wood in cutting boards to achieve repeating patterns that simulate 3D images and/or patterns. Additional techniques utilized by RB Wood Creations include creating layered 3D art which is achieved by stacking multiple layers of laser-cut wood, thereby creating a tiered-style relief of the art. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. RB Wood Creations is a one-person operation; no part or procedure is outsourced. This allows RB Wood Creations to maintain the highest level of craftsmanship throughout the entire production process. All works of art produced by RB Wood Creations are made from domestic and exotic hardwoods such as: Cherry, Hard Maple, Walnut, Sapele, Wenge and others. This not only allows for unmatched natural beauty in all products, but also guarantees longevity of the product rather than utilizing cheaper softwoods. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? Attempting new projects, designs and procedures. Sure, perfecting existing methods and products are always forefront, but delving into the new ideas and efforts are what keep things “fresh”. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I have a love/hate relationship with wood! What a strange statement for someone who primarily works with wood, right? I’m a perfectionist at heart, but wood is not perfect by nature. One has to embrace the uniqueness of each piece and make judgement calls as to what raw materials end up in each finished product. This fact makes each “identical” finished product unique in it’s own way. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. The restaurants! There’s quite a few eating establishments I enjoy frequenting downtown. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? Doing something you love isn’t work at all! WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? When one is starting out, it’s ok to take inspiration and do things others have done before. When one gets comfortable and proficient with the basics, exploring and creating unique pieces becomes easier as one already knows the procedures required to bring their own ideas to life. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
RACHEL BRANDS HAND-LETTERED AND ILLUSTRATED PRINTS @rachelbrands_ rachelbrands.com Meet The ARTIST WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? I’m a designer, illustrator and lettering artist from sunny South Carolina. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I use a digital process to create fun prints, stickers, and fun products that bring joy to your life and space. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I’m inspired by nature, cathedrals, illuminated manuscripts, art nouveau, antiques, my faith, and anything good, true and beautiful. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I have a golden aussie named Scout who moonlights as my office manager and complaints department (both payable and receivable). FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. I love meeting friends downtown, grabbing a bite at one of the fun restaurants, or seeing a show. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? I believe we are all made in God’s image, and are designed to reflect Him in the way we create, each in our own unique way. I love highlighting the beauty inherent in the world using my art and lettering. Or, just making people laugh and spreading joy. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? What you do is so valuable! “And the human race is filled with passion. And medicine, law, business, engineering, these are noble pursuits and necessary to sustain life. But poetry, beauty, romance, love, these are what we stay alive for.” -Dead Poets Society RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
MONA DOES CONCRETE concrete coasters, salt cellars, cheeseboards, planters, vases and jewelry @monadoesconcrete etsy.com/monadoesconcrete Meet The MAKER WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? I’m a maker with concrete hands and a whimsical heart. I handcraft pots, coasters, and jewelry from concrete—infusing each piece with textures and inspirations drawn from nature, daydreams, and the beautifully unexpected. Originally from Martinez, GA I find magic in mixing rugged materials with delicate details, creating pieces that feel grounded yet full of wonder. My work is a little earthy, a little dreamy, and always made with love. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. My process begins with intention and a little bit of magic. I start by mixing raw concrete—an unassuming, industrial material—with pigments, botanicals, or bits of shimmer that speak to the piece I want to create. Whether I’m casting a small pot, a statement earring, or a minimalist coaster, I pour with purpose and an eye for texture and balance. Once poured, each piece is left to cure slowly—this part reminds me to be patient, to trust the transformation. After curing, I sand and polish by hand, revealing subtle patterns, marbling, or air pockets that make each creation perfectly imperfect. No two pieces are ever the same. That’s the beauty of handmade. Every item holds the imprint of my hands, the rhythm of my day, and a little piece of nature’s whimsy. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I’m endlessly inspired by nature’s quiet beauty—mossy rocks, riverbeds, wildflowers growing through cracks in the sidewalk. There’s something magical about the contrast between strength and softness, and I love translating that into my work with concrete. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. When I’m not casting concrete, I’m chasing adrenaline and collecting unforgettable moments. I once went bungee jumping over the Nile River and have gone skydiving. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. What I love most about Downtown Augusta is how it’s constantly evolving. Even though I live in Atlanta now, every time I come back, there’s something new to discover—a fresh mural, a new café, or a creative pop-up that makes the city feel alive. It’s this perfect mix of familiar roots and fresh energy, and I love seeing how the community continues to grow while still holding onto its charm. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? Creating is my way of connecting—with the world, with others, and with myself. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Do what you love, and let that love guide your hands. Don’t worry about trends or perfection—create what lights you up. Your passion and authenticity will always shine through in your work, and that’s what people connect with most. Stay curious, stay inspired, and trust that your creative voice is more than enough. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
MADDIE MONSTERA prints, stickers, tufted rugs, & pressed flower frames @maddie.monstera maddiemonstera.com Meet The artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? I am an interdisciplinary artist focusing on identity, girlhood, and online aesthetics. I received her Master of Fine Arts at Winthrop University and her Bachelor of Science from Birmingham-Southern College. I am currently located in Charlotte, NC. I started Maddie Monstera as a way for anyone, no matter their financial status, to enjoy my art. I sells stickers, small prints, and tufted rugs. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I am an interdisciplinary artist who works predominantly in digital drawing, installation. My work is heavily influenced by online aesthetics geared towards women, which connects to my conceptual ideas on rituals and consumerism and how the work looks visually. The work is playful with bright color schemes, combinations of uncommon materials, and bizarre scenes. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I get my inspiration from my pet rats and spending way too much time on TikTok. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I’ve been a pescatarian for about 15 years. My parents thought it was a phase, but obviously not (lol). FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. ’ve never been to Downtown Augusta but I’m really excited to see it! I’ve only ever driven through Augusta on the drive back and forth to my undergraduate school. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? I honestly just love surrounding myself with pretty and meaningful things. While my work may not always be pretty to everyone (or even myself), I hope that people feel seen and understood by my work. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Just get started. Nothing will ever be perfect or the way you want it at the beginning. The best part of being a small business is that it’s small and you can learn and grow at your own pace. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
M.F. HOT SAUCE All natural hot sauces, jerky, & honey @mfhotsauceist Item @mfhotsauce mfhotsauce.com Meet The MAKER WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? My name is Jeremy! I live in the beautiful town of Savannah, Georgia! I make amazing all natural, flavor forward, unique hot sauce for everyone to enjoy! DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I take local fresh ingredients and create unique hot sauces for all occasions and all people to be able to enjoy! WHAT INSPIRES YOU? My background in cooking, brewing, and cocktail building inspire a lot of my flavors. It’s the balancing of unique flavors and heat profiles that really develop my line of sauces! FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I can’t actually handle a lot of heat. That’s why my line of sauces is all about flavor! FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. This will be my first time in Augusta and I’m excited to check it out! WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? It’s all a form of expression. Music, art, dance, and creating have always been phenomenal ways to express one’s self! WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Not even Babe Ruth batted 1,000. And that’s ok. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
LOVE, LONDON Machine embroidered tea towels + Dog bandanas Meet The MAKER WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?I live in Aiken, South Carolina, with my husband, two children, two dogs, and beloved kitty – London. Love, London is an embroidery fundraiser to cover an emergency vet bill that London accrued after eating embroidery thread. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I started sewing in earnest five years ago, while the world was locked down. I started sewing clothing and costumes for my family. From there, exploring several different branches of textile art has been such an adventure! WHAT INSPIRES YOU?I am deeply inspired by previous generations of smart, scrappy women in my family that made beautiful quilts and handcrafts that helped them generate independent income during a time when that was not the norm. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I’m also a beekeeper. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.This is a funky, fun place that’s only getting funkier and funner every day. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?Take something from your imagination and making it real is exciting. For sewing and textiles specifically, taking flat fabric and constructing dimensional items like clothing is so satisfying and gives a sense of magic ever WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Just go for it. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
KARLEY BROWN CERAMICS Handmade + Handpainted functional ceramics @karley_brown_ceramics Meet The MAKER WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? My name is Karley, I’m originally from the Pacific Northwest and Hawaii. I moved to Savannah, GA 3 years ago, and I fell in love with the artist community there. Art has always been my passion. For most of my life painting has been my go-to. Recently, I’ve found my love for ceramics again. Now I’m on a new journey bringing my love of painting and creating, and putting that inspiration into detailed functional art in small batch, one of a kind ceramic collections. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. My ceramics are fun creations of my imagination and a lot of family history. My Nonna Kathrine was a talented artist, as was her grandmother. My Nonna gifted me her Nonna’s hand-made tatted lace, and I incorporate that into a lot of my pieces as texture. To me, it honors my Italian family heritage and the artists in my family before me. To me It’s a more modern functional way to display and showcase a lost art. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I’m inspired by love for mountains, ocean, plants, and texture and turning those passions into detailed functional art in small batch, one of a kind ceramic collections. My hope is for everyone to find a piece of my art that speaks to them, and serves a purpose, be that just sparking joy or its functionality. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I hand paint everything I make. Nothing is ever dipped in a vat of glaze. Every piece has brush strokes from my own hands. I’m very inspired by my family from Tricarico, IT. and you will likely see much of that inspiration in scenes of Southern Italy. With handpainted lemons or Burano lace texture. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. I’ve never been to Augusta,but I’m very familiar with the Masters and grew up with a passion for all sports including golf. I’m looking forward to seeing more of Augusta beyond The Masters fame. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? I’m a pretty practical person, so I really enjoy making functional ceramics that are also fine art. You’ll find a lot of my work serves a purpose of functionality while also being a beautiful work of art. I always say “it’s meant to be used not just looked at” when people buy my work. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Be yourself, and do what brings you joy. Others will see and feel that in your work. The best part to me is always meeting new people. Also, support the other artists! Some of my very best friends are fellow artists I’ve met at shows just like this. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
KALEIDOSCOPE colored pencil drawing prints & Cards + OYSTER SHELL ORNAMENTS & JEWELRY HOLDERS Meet The MAKERs WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? Two sisters from Evans, Georgia who love to take their God given creativity to make beautiful art. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. Tenley makes animal portraits exclusively with colored pencil, while Paisley collects oyster shells in Savannah and uses various prints to make them sparkle. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? God’s creation! Animals and Oyster Shells! FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. We both have insanely curly hair! FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. Masters Week WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? Tenley: I love animals and their beauty, and love to take time to make these detailed pieces. Paisley: I collect shells with my grandma, and love to decorate them. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
COUNTING ALL JOY handmade crochet plushies + GIFTS @counting.all.joy etsy.com/countingalljoy Meet The MAKER WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Hey y’all! I’m Nicole, originally from Ohio, but I’ve lived in the CSRA for over 4 years now. I crochet plushies and decor that I hope will bring you joy! DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.Every stitch of the process is with my hands! I use acrylic or plush yarn and a crochet hook, follow a pattern or freehand a piece, to create all different types of animals, seasonal items, and decor. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?People! I love hearing about different animals or items that people love and being able to bring those to life. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I played the flute all throughout school and it was once my dream to become a professional flutist. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.The Book Tavern and all of the delicious spots to eat!. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?There’s nothing like creating something with your own two hands. To see a design or idea come to life with some yarn and a hook brings me so much joy, and it’s joy I hope to share and bring to others. Also, I find crocheting really soothing and a great stress reliever. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Comparison is truly a thief of joy. Everyone is on a different chapter in their maker journey. Be confident in making art that is uniquely yours and that you love to create. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
