PAINTING DEAD GIRL local art @paintingdeadgirl Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Your local living dead girl. Resurrected from the tomb of a corporate office to spread the feminist agenda through spooky art and glitter. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.See something creepy + make it beautiful + add rainbows WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Halloween and pretty girls. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I love K Dramas, they inspired me to learn Korean! FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.The people! Also the gluten free food at The Bees Knees and karaoke at Joe’s Underground. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?I have a tiny body and if I don’t get all these creative impulses out I might explode. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Don’t think just because you haven’t created in a while you can’t go back to it. Life gets busy and difficult and hard, but art will always be there for you when you’re ready to create again. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
CURIOUS CREATURES wheel-thrown and hand-built ceramics @curiouscreatureceramics jvazpottery.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?I’m Jennifer, originally from Watkinsville, GA but have lived in the Augusta area for the past 24 years. I’m a ceramic artist with a background in illustration. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.It varies depending on what I’m working on, but I typically start at the wheel to crate the perfect form for the character I have in mind. I then add to or alter the form to begin to bring out important characteristics. After bisque firing I add detail with underglaze and then hand-paint glazes before the final firing. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?My pets, nature, Sanrio characters and my favorite cartoons. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I’m passionate about French Bulldog rescue and rehabilitation. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.I love the diversity of the people that can be found downtown. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?It allows me to really connect with myself. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Make what you love and don’t be afraid to share it with others. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
BEE BOTTOM ART tiny art @staceybee.art beebottomart.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? My name is Stacey Black and I am from Columbia, South Carolina. I create miniature watercolor and pen & ink paintings. They are typically whimsical and often evoke a sense of peace. I sell original paintings and prints, along with stickers, buttons, and magnets all featuring my art. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. When I am sitting down to begin a piece, I sketch an illustration in pencil and then with a very fine ink pen I create my permanent line work. Next, the painting comes to life with watercolor as the final step! WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I am inspired by nature and cozy places. I love a sweet A-frame cabin nestled in the woods. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I am an avid collector of vintage porcelain cats. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? When I am creating, I feel a sense of peace. It’s meditative in a way as I plug into my earbuds and work while the time just passes by without me realizing. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Keep doing what you love and if you want to sell, don’t give up. It takes some time, but your people will find you. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
ARI CRU ART handmade canvas paintings @aricruarts @aricru_art etsy.com/shop/AriCruArt Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?coming soon DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.coming soon WHAT INSPIRES YOU?coming soon FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.coming soon FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.coming soon WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?coming soon WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?coming soon RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
KARLY RAE CERAMICS handmade pottery – mugs, tumblers, berry bowls, spoon rests, + planters @karlyraeceramics @karlyrae.ceramics karlyraeceramics.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? My name is Karly French, I am from Alpharetta, GA and I am a potter. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I create simple ceramic goods on the pottery wheel. I take a lump of clay and turn it into a functional piece whether it’s a mug, berry bowl, planter, etc. Every piece goes through two kiln firings and a trimming, handling and glazing process between those firings. A small batch of work typically takes 3-4 weeks. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? Ceramics inspires me. The art of creating something out of nothing is very fulfilling to me. I am inspired by a simple, farmhouse look. I think it is timeless. I like neutral colors, I don’t want to color of my pieces to take away from the body and beauty of my pieces. Sometimes, less is more. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I was an equestrian in college WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? Pottery is my escape. It is mentally therapeutic and just makes me happy. I have always been creative and loved art, but something about getting my hands dirty and making pretty things is just the best. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? If you have a passion for something, go for it! It doesn’t matter what it is, make it happen. Your life is so much better when you incorporate time for things you love. I am a work from home mom with a fulltime job, so this is my side hustle. It gets me through and makes me a better mom and person because I am happier when I also get to do what I love. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
BURNT BY ME pyrography drawn and burnt by hand @burnt_by_me Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Carmen Bindues, learning artist, semi-new to Augusta (10yrs), and a pyrographer! DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.Art, which is then traced onto a wood surface and then burned onto wood surface with a wire tipped burning tool/pen WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Love all types of wood, and art on natural surfaces, plus so relaxing FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.Huge local art collector. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.Love living and working downtown and every year look forward to Master’s, Arts in the Heart and Ironman WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?Love the process of preparing my pieces and helps me to relax. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Love what you do! RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
HEATHER RENE DUNAWAY local art @heatherrenedunaway_art @heather.r.dunaway Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Heather René Dunaway, Augusta Ga, Arts, decor, and accessories. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I work with a lot of different mediums creating works inspired by nature, the cosmos, nostalgia, and family. With some additional pop culture references. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?The natural world, repeated forms and shapes, space, nostalgia, and family. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.I have been known to build my own hand-rod puppets (muppets). FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.The food and the community. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?It’s my happy place. It’s where I go to escape life’s hustle and bustle. There’s something so beautiful about creating something from nothing. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Say yes more but know when to say no. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
LART WORKS local art @lart__works vsco.co/lartworks/gallery Meet The artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? Lauren Rich or better known as LART (Lauren + Art)! Currently, I am a senior at Augusta University with a concentration in Graphic Design, however I have a love for more hands on mediums such as printmaking. I am a contemporary artist and designer whose unique style is driven by a fascination with color and forms. I also love to incorporate playful illustrations and abstract designs, with structured arrangements that highlight key design elements such as line, shape, color, & texture. Influenced by street and skate culture, my recurring use of checkboard throughout my work showcases a deep appreciation for urban culture and geometric shapes. I strive to express my creativity across diverse mediums, including digital art, illustration, installation, & printmaking. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. My work is a combination of screen printing, risograph, and digital designs. Printmaking satisfies my urge to create physical art with my hands as well as allows me to move my digital designs past the computer screen and create a more personal connection with my work. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? I see everything in shapes and flat colors. My pattern work, bold lines, and orderly arrangements come from my love for geometric shapes and patterns as well as my appreciation for street and skate culture. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I just traveled to New York and saw my very first rat. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. Farmhaus and Nacho Mama’s definitely stand out as some of my favorite places to eat at in downtown Augusta. I also love walking through the downtown area and seeing all the murals and art. The art community here has been incredibly supportive, particularly towards students like myself. Thanks to their encouragement, I’ve had numerous chances to exhibit my artwork this year. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? Art has quickly become a means of expressing myself, a therapeutic outlet, and a way to communicate with others without using words. I love being able to take the most basic elements of design such as line, shape, and color and arrange these elements into more exciting compositions that stimulate the eye. I love seeing how color has the power to change the way people see themselves and see the world. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Life isn’t as serious as people make it out to be. If there’s something you want to do or something you really want to create, even if you think the idea is dumb, just do it! Lean into what comes naturally to you and don’t think too hard about what you’re making. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
SMOKE + HONEY DESIGNS hand crafted minimalist stationary and home decor @smokeandhoneydesign smokeandhoneydesign Meet The artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? Hi! I’m Brittany Carr and I have lived in the Augusta area for about 2 years now. My husband and I adore it here. When I’m not creating at home, I’m a barista and FOH lead at my favorite coffee shop, Trellis Coffeebar. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I love creating physically rather than digitally. I typically start with messy sketches just to get my ideas onto paper, then finalize them in ink. Next, I use either gauche or watercolor to bring my drawings to life. WHAT INSPIRES YOU? So often, my favorite pieces are inspired by laughter. My husband or a loved one comes up with a silly idea or joke that I portray on paper. My illustrations are meant to illicit joy. I love doing this through humor and simple beauty. FUN FACT ABOUT YOU. I want to be a children’s book author/illustrator! FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA. If I could choose one spot to spend my time in downtown Augusta, it would be at The Book Tavern. Give it a visit! You won’t regret it. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE? I believe that creating is a part of human nature. We’re all made to cultivate something. When I am painting, I feel such deep joy, peace, and satisfaction. It’s one of my greatest honors to get to share those feelings with others when they enjoy and view my art. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS? Make what you love! Your audience is out there somewhere. Just keep creating what brings you delight. RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
QUEEN CITY CRETE handmade concrete planters and homewares @queencitycrete/ @qccrete queencitycrete.com Meet The Artist WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?We are Joel and Shamila Varner, our business was founded in Charlotte NC (hence the name) and we recently moved to Edgefield SC. We make handmade one of a kind concrete planters and homewares. Specializing is unique fun items that you can’t buy from amazon or big box stores. We also make sure things are affordable for the every day person! DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.We make our molds our clay and silicone. Pour out custom made concrete in molds and let it cure for 24 hours. Each layer is made by different colors of concrete, not paint. Sand, stamp, then seal. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?We are often inspired by music and nature elements around us FUN FACT ABOUT YOU.We have 3 kids and this is our family business. FAVORITE THING ABOUT DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA.I LOVE the book store and the record store. WHY DO YOU LOVE TO DESIGN, CREATE + MAKE?It’s a creative release and also a distraction from the crazy world we live in. WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU WOULD SHARE WITH OTHER ARTISTS + MAKERS?Everyone has their own magic, find yours and shine! We love what we do and we’re excited to bring it to Augusta! RETURN TO VENDOR PAGE
