MIGHTY PINK ROBOT original illustrations and sculptures @mightypinkrobot @mightypinkrobot Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?I’m Sierra and I’m based out of Statesboro,GA. I create fiber arts, digital art, and sculptures using a variety of mediums. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I base my illustrations around a color palette and subject matter I find interesting. From there I use procreate and an Apple Pencil to draw the initial sketch. I base my embroidery around a color palette and landscapes. I freehand a light outline of the idea and use DMC floss to embroider the canvas. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Nature, femininity, clowncore fashion, vibrant colors, architecture. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I’ve lived in three states and visited 9 countries. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.The architecture WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?It’s fulfilling. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Trust the process RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
THE POTTER’S CABINET handmade functional pottery @thepotterscabinet @thepotterscabinet Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? My name is Christina Dezutter, Chrissey, for short. I was born and raised in Augusta, GA, but I’ve travels the world and back with my husband as he pursued his Military career. When he retired, we returned to the area and now live in Harlem. I currently teach ceramics for the Columbia County Senior Center and make stoneware pottery in my home studio. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. Each piece is made of stoneware and is either slab built or wheel thrown. Once dry it goes into the kiln for bisque fire. I take it out and brush on a combination of glazes and return it to the kiln for glaze firing. It reaches cone 6, roughly 2200°F and slowly cools. Once finished, I bring it out to sell. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? In general, life, happy people, fresh air, and my family. In my work, I’m interested in achieving more detail and larger throws and I tend to follow many pottery maters that achieve the techniques I aspire to. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I’ve been to 17 countries and more than 200 cities. My husband and I once spent a week in Japan completely by accident. Our MAC flight made an unplanned stop, with no connection. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. The restaurants and record stores. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? It allows me the freedom to get it out of head and into my hands. I love watching other hold and enjoy something I’ve made. There’s no bigger compliment than someone wanting something that you thought of and made with your hands. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Yes, YOU see the flaw, but others only see it’s beauty. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
CHADWICK TOLLEY hand pulled screen prints @chadwick_tolley chadwicktolley.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Chadwick Tolley I live in Evans, GA and teach printmaking and illustration at Augusta University. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.My work is a combination of drawing and digital processes. I primarily work in screen printing and risograph. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Life experiences inspire me to try out different things in my sketchbook and that’s usually how I start making my images. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I have a dog named Humphrey and three kids. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.Beautiful location on the Savannah River and a supportive, tight-knit creative community. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?I gotta make art, it makes me happy. It’s like a magic trick, you conjure up images that sometimes surprise and delight yourself and others. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?PLAY RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
ARTISTIC CAROLINE Local Art @artisticcaroline @artistic_caroline artistic-caroline.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? I am a local picture book illustrator from North Augusta, SC. I also handcraft nature themed items such as magnets and wood rounds. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I work with traditional watercolor and acrylic media. I like to find unique functions for my artwork, such as for magnets and physical wood cut decor. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Nature and personal experience FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I am currently illustrating my first picture book! FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.Unique restaurants and cafes and the Saturday market. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?t’s my natural passion and a huge part of my identity WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Be true to your own creativity and have fun RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
AMANDA CHAMBERS Local Art @amanda.chambers.art amandachambersart.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?A native of Woodstock, GA, I attended the University of Georgia’s Lamar Dodd School of Art, where I earned a degree in Art/Art Education in 2007. A year later, I moved to Austin, Texas, where I met my husband, taught art, and welcomed our first child. We lived in Austin for 10 years before moving to Augusta in 2018 I am currently balancing the daily life of a working mom, and find that creating art provides more personal peace, motivation, and reward than ever before. My artistic style has evolved over the years to my most recent works, where I gravitate toward mixed media abstract watercolors that are inspired by nature. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I enjoy working with many materials, but especially love painting with watercolors and acrylics. In my recent works, I usually start with a watercolor background to define the space and then add many layers of colors. I usually don’t have a specific plan when I start a painting, but rather let the creative process lead the way. I like to add finishing details to my work with paint markers, colored pencil, and oil pastel. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Nature is my biggest and most continuous source of inspiration. Landscapes and seascapes with their naturally occurring textures, lines, and color palettes are fascinating and guide my creative process. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I enjoy cooking and getting creative with my own spin on recipes. I watch cooking videos and shows regularly to learn about new techniques and flavor combinations. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.My favorite thing about Downtown Augusta is seeing all of the amazing public art, visiting shops, and enjoying new restaurants. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?Art will always be a huge part of my life- it’s part of my identity. For me, creating art is therapeutic and very rewarding. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Trust your instincts and stay true to yourself. Don’t let someone else’s opinions change your creativity. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
SOUTHERN CURIOSITIES nature art & whimsical taxidermy @southerncuriosities @southerncuriosities southerncuriosities.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? My name is Jessica Shoemaker and I’m from Irmo, SC. I create nature art and whimsical taxidermy. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I start with a specimen ~ either found locally, received from a local farm or sustainably sourced from aviaries or pet food suppliers. Once I prepare my specimens, I can start the process of bug pinning or the taxidermy process! Once they are dried and cured, I’m able to create their new forever enclosures for their beauty to be preserved for a lifetime. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I’m inspired by early Victorian taxidermy and Mother Nature. I’m also inspired by the idea of changing the stigma of bugs and small taxidermy. I want people to see their beauty and appreciate how beautiful every living creature is. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I was a Marketing Manager for a Harley Davidson dealership for 15 years before taking my art full time! WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? Being an artist isn’t just my job, it’s my passion. I’ve loved art and being creative ever since I could pick up a crayon. I love multiple mediums but when I started doing taxidermy, I was able to join my love for sculpture, sewing, composition and creativity. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Keep making. It’s not always going to be perfect, and that’s okay. You still created something and that’s a beautiful thing. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
SARA SEARLE Local Art @sara_searle sarasearle.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? I’m an artist and art teacher in Augusta. I teach Prek – 4th grade art and make floral paintings. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I usually paint florals with a combination acrylics, gouache, oil crayon, and colored pencil on paper and wood panels. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Nature, flowers, and my students. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I have 4 siblings and we all live in Augusta. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.The artsy places to stop into like Art on Broad and the Westobou Gallery. And Nacho Mamas has been a forever favorite but I love all of the newer restaurants too! WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?I have always loved making. Some days it feels like therapy, others it’s with purpose and intention WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?That have much I make comes in waves in different seasons. To not put so much pressure on yourself where it is no longer fun. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
ADDISON NIDAY Vendor / Local Art @addisonniday @gardencityartist artbyaddison.com About Addison NiDay Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum. Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Sign Painting, Large Scale Murals & Calligraphy DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.My Process varies depending on which project I’m currently on. As an working artist, it’s always such a exciting experience because each project is unique & special in its own way. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?1950’s Sign Painters & Other Local artists FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I saw my very first Coca-Cola Painted Mural on the side of a barn when I was 9 years old & have always wanted to paint soda murals since. The lettering in Coca-coca inspired me to want to be a lettering artist. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.The positivity of the Downtown Community & support of residents and business owners. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?To bring encouragement & positivity to those who may need it. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Never Give Up. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
