one of a kind handmade metal jewelry. Meet the Maker: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? My name is Rachel Shea Beck. I grew up in New York City, but have made Augusta my home for over 25 years now. While I’ve been making jewelry off and on for decades, I have been a full-time jewelry artist, metalsmith and enamelist for about 15 years.
Artwork, Prints, & Handmade Accessories Meet the Artist: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?I am an artist originally from Chicago. I am also a mother of 3 and Navy veteran. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I scroll the internet, play music, and like to procrastinate for 30 minutes to clear distractions and help me focus until I feel inspired. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Anything that catches my eye, whether
Handmade gift items. Meet the Maker: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?My name is Kelly aka Honey. I was born in Augusta and I’ve lived in Hephzibah expect for the five years we lived in Marietta. I craft full time but on the first Tuesday I conduct foreclosure auctions in Eastern Georgia.DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I began sewing in 2014 after our grand daughter was born.
Custom decorated gluten free + vegan sugar cookies. Meet the Maker: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?I’m Diana LaLuz. I grew up in Augusta, GA. I have a background in art and design, graduating from GA Tech with a degree in Industrial Design. I went back to school and got a degree in Nursing. I work at Augusta University in the Neuro ICU. I’ve
Handmade upcycled driftwood home accessories. Meet the Maker: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Chrisann Lee, originally from Marietta, GA. I do driftwood projects and wire pendants-anything with trees!DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.I forage all driftwood from beaches of SC. Wood is cleaned, dried, sanded, drilled, attached depending on project. The piece then gets a polyurethane coating and finishing touches. WHAT INSPIRES YOU?Nature is extremely impactful. Creativity
Teas, herbal lollipops, lavender pillows, etc. Meet the Maker: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? Originally from the Pacific Northwest, the Augusta area has been home for more than a decade. I am an educator, with a passion for the garden, food, herbs, the natural world and civics. I am an adventurer, a mother of teens, and a work in progress. In a nutshell:
Embroidery + Art Meet the Artist: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?My name is Jessica Summers and I am born and raised in Augusta, GA. I love everything in the arts, but personally create painting, drawings, and embroidered pieces. I love to use bright colors and am drawn to more simplistic ideas. By day I am a nanny for 3 little kiddos that I
Handmade Goat Milk Soap, Lotion, + Handmade Deodorant Meet the Maker: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?Cynthia Grzybowski; Appling, GA. I make Homemade Goat milk soap and lotion from the milk from my Goat Girls, Pinkie, Blue Belle and Gertrude. Cancer also runs in my family and I make deodorant with Coconut oil, Corn Starch and Baking Soda- The most amazing thing is- It
Handmade Baby Apparel Meet the Maker: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO?I am a wife and mom of 4 and a maker of of little human clothes. I have lived in the CSRA for about 23 years so, this is where I am from now. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS.Well, I’m kind of a fly by the seat of my pants kind of person. I really
Handmade leather wallets, bags, and accessories Meet the Maker: WHO ARE YOU, WHERE ARE YOU FROM, & WHAT DO YOU DO? Kevin Dickson originally from the California Bay Area now residing in North Augusta and I am a maker of fine leather goods. DESCRIBE YOUR PROCESS. I personally design and create each item in my collection. High quality leather is sourced from traditional tanneries across the US and the world.