Many of us flocked to knitting, crocheting, quilting and other fiber arts to cope with the COVID-19 lockdowns. As hobbyists fueled the craft industry’s growth, global trade show organizer Koelnmesse took note. For years, the German events company has hosted H+H Cologne, an international trade fair for handicrafts
Beth McLacklan’s journey into metalsmithing and jewelry design started during a difficult time in her life, when she was recovering from Lyme disease and four other tick-borne illnesses. It was then that her mother would bring her boxes of costume jewelry from auctions, providing her with a source of
Latina Elena Pérez founded The Hip Hat, a line of sustainable, handcrafted hats and fashion accessories inspired by her homeland, Ecuador’s rich culture and natural beauty. The Hip Hat blends style, quality and social responsibility, proving that fashion can be a force for good. Elena shares more about her
While studying studio art and art history as an undergrad at Columbia University, Alex Bass developed a fondness for the times when artists and other creatives gathered in person to exchange ideas. This gave her a business idea. “I wanted to bring back this mode of communicating and socializing around
Carla Balzano is a Boston-based makeup artist and esthetician. In her interview, Carla shares her journey from playing with makeup kits as a tween to pursuing her passion as a career to starting her business, Creative Contour By Carla. The makeup artist believes in using makeup as a tool for
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, an engravable necklace is an excellent place to start. Dazzle your recipient with a one-of-a-kind piece tailored to their tastes. Whether a pendant with
Katarina Roccella is a multi-disciplinary and multimedia artist from Serbia, a country in central-southeast Europe. Her art practice combines mixed media collage, watercolors, inks, and paint media, and natural motifs serve as Katarina’s inspiration for creating unique color schemes. Realizing an opportunity in surface pattern design, Katarina made art
Haitian artist Béatrice Célestin creates abstract art on diverse mediums, including canvas, wood panels, dinnerware, fabric prints for furniture, resin and more. Her business, Lady Octopus, is an art-driven lifestyle brand concept aiming to provide its supporters with beautiful and functional art. For background, Haiti is one of the poorest
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When you think of artisan goods, you probably don’t think about hair extensions or wigs, but Nikia Londy, hairstylist extraordinaire and owner of Intriguing Hair in Boston, is an artist. She and her small team sew wigs and hair extensions by hand from ethically sourced and fair-trade human hair,
Kaley Rector is the founder of The Cheese Collaborative, her culinary side hustle creating custom charcuterie boards for clients in the New York City area. Learn about Kaley’s entrepreneurial journey below. It’s one of passion, creativity, good food, and the perfect party ice breaker. Tell us about The
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Springboard for the Arts is a nonprofit organization in St. Paul, Minnesota that supports artists. An Instagram post about the organization’s Guaranteed Minimum Income for Artists program caught our attention, and we spoke with Wone Vang, Springboard’s Economic Opportunity Director, to learn more about the program. “Springboard’s
A few years ago, tech entrepreneur Jon Lincoln had an idea—a handmade marketplace that donated 100 percent of its profits to charity. He took his idea to Reddit forums to ask makers what they thought. “I got enough people saying they would be interested. And that led me to
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By Nina Christy Art, as you know, is a form of expression that communicates powerful messages through various mediums such as painting, sculpture and photography. Some artists and artisans invest years of their lives perfecting their craft, mastering techniques and developing their own unique style. Despite all their hard work,
Meet Rekha Krishnamurthi Rekha Krishnamurthi is a visual storyteller, and her art spans children’s books, products, branding and more. Be inspired as you discover the artist’s work, sources of inspiration and path to entrepreneurship. Plus, gain valuable advice for your own creative business. Tell us about your work.
DeNaye Dotson is a visual artist who paints glassware, vases, jars and wall art, infusing them with vibrant colors and personality. In her interview, the artist reveals what inspired her to start a creative business and offers advice for taking the first steps to selling your art. How did you