Shop Local at the Holiday Art Market
As the holiday season approaches here at ChathamU, we would like to remind everyone to shop local… and it doesn’t get more localized than buying directly from Chatham student artists! We’re highlighting a few of the students that will be selling at the upcoming Holiday Art Market on Wednesday, November 17th, hosted by The Minor Bird. Learn more about their unique products and creative inspirations below!
Let’s Get Shrinky
Artist: Juliette Lopez ‘21
Products: Shrinky dink and resin earrings and totes
“My jewelry making process often starts with some sort of idea that I feel inspired by. This might be something funny, trendy, something that I am fond of, or something random (it never really works quite the same way). From then, I draw up some ideas. When I finally create something I like, I transfer the drawing on shrinky dink paper and finish the process from there. I’ve been making shrinky dink jewelry for about a year and a half now. It kind of started off as a quarantine hobby. I just needed something to do with my free time but then, it turned into something that I did everyday. I started selling my products when I found that I was feeling pride in what I was creating. I felt that I needed to share it with others.”
Goodheart Jewelry Co
Artist: Jorie Meil ‘24
Products: Wire jewelry and upcycled jewelry
“I started this when I was making new pieces from my grandmother's old jewelry and realized that it was a fun and sustainable way to create art. Her maiden name was Goodhart which is where I got the name from.”
Katelyn Nee Photography
Artist: Katelyn Nee ‘23
Products: Photography prints
“I'm a photography major and am always taking photos. With time, people have started asking if they could buy photo prints of photos that resonate with them.”
Trippy Tees and More
Artist: Carlee Shreve ‘23
Products: Eco-friendly tie-dyed clothing, bags, and wall hangers
“My biggest motivation for my artwork is trying to reduce textile waste currently being caused by the fast fashion industry. I purchase materials such as clothing, accessories, and decor from resale shops and upcycle them with natural fabric dye applications. This allows for a second chance at life for previously loved pieces while doing my part in reducing textile waste.”
You can read more about Carlee and her creations here.
Lilly Kubit Photography
Artist: Lilly Kubit ‘23
Products: Postcard sized prints of Chatham-related photos
“I’ve always been interested in photography. At a family gathering I was sharing some photos and a family member suggested I start selling some of my work, specifically the iconic pictures of Pittsburgh! I started the shop two weeks ago, and every week I plan on adding 1-2 photos!”
Wishbone Jewelry
Artist: Sydney Amdurs ‘23
Products: Handmade and upcycled jewelry
“I started selling jewelry as a hobby during the pandemic. I like to go through second-hand stores and antique shops to find beads and create something I love with them.”
Divine Feminine Rings
Artist: Amaya Walker ‘22
Products: Handmade wire rings
“I really find this amazing sense of peace when I’m making rings. I put on a good record, sit in my living room, and just create pieces that I find pretty. Lucky for me, other people love them, too! I started making rings at the height of quarantine when I felt like I really needed to bring some creativity to my life. Every day felt like it was the same at the time: Zoom classes and sitting in my apartment because there was literally nowhere to go. Making rings is something that gives me an outlet to express myself. Also, they make really great gifts to give to my friends.”
The Holiday Art Market, hosted by The Minor Bird, will be held Wednesday, November 17th in the Carriage House Main Lounge. Vendors will be accepting cash and Venmo transactions and a few will also accept credit/debit cards. Can’t make it in person? Shop via the links above. Have questions? Reach out to event coordinators Abigail Kneuss and John Mamas.