Category Archives: artist spotlight

Meet Jewelry Artist, Ashley Gilreath

We are thrilled to welcome recent Philadelphia transplant, Ashley Gilreath to our roster of artists.  Ashley graduated from East Caroline University in North Carolina with her BFA in metal design in 2010 and then went on to exhibit her work… Continue Reading Meet Jewelry Artist, Ashley Gilreath

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Art Star Holiday Market Shopping Guide for 11/29

We cannot believe that the Art Star Holiday Market is now LESS than a week away!  I’ve put together some eye candy to get you pumped and ready to shop.  These are the artists you will find on opening day… Continue Reading Art Star Holiday Market Shopping Guide for 11/29

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Take Your Time Loving Me by Margaux Kent

Fellow Tyler School of Art grad, Art Star Craft Bazaar vendor, and all around awesome Philly artist, Margaux Kent from the popular Peg & Awl line is in the midst of raising funds to help publish a hard cover book… Continue Reading Take Your Time Loving Me by Margaux Kent

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Spotlight on Rachel Fuld

Local artist Rachel Fuld contributed beautiful handmade Mahogany Wall Hooks to our current exhibition, Farmhaus & Friends.  She was kind enough to tell us more about them and share her inspiration and photos of her process.  Enjoy! Rachel says: Ossements… Continue Reading Spotlight on Rachel Fuld

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Spotlight on Audrey Cooper

I will be posting a spotlight on each of the participating Farmhaus & Friends artists now through October 20th.  This first spotlight features potter Audrey Cooper.  We weren’t familiar with Audrey’s work until Ben introduced it to us and we… Continue Reading Spotlight on Audrey Cooper

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In the Studio with Julie Moon

Porcelain Skull by Julie Moon This month’s edition of “In the Studio” features the work of ceramic artist Julie Moon. Julie Moon is originally from Canada & worked in the garment district in Toronto before she began her career in… Continue Reading In the Studio with Julie Moon

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In The Studio with Karin Persan of Better Than Jam

I think it is very important to show our customers what goes into the creation of all the wonderful handmade items that we sell in our shop.  I think taking a peak inside an artist’s studio is a great way… Continue Reading In The Studio with Karin Persan of Better Than Jam

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Meet Maryanne Petrus-Gilbert from Sardine Clothing Company!

Art Star: Did you go to art school?  If so, where did you study? Maryanne Petrus- Gilbert: Yes, I received my BFA in Jewelry/Metals from Tyler School of Art. I consider myself a maker more than a jeweler since I… Continue Reading Meet Maryanne Petrus-Gilbert from Sardine Clothing Company!

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Meet Jeffrey Brown of Greenmarket Purveying!

Art Star: Did you go to art school?  If so, where did you study? Jeffrey Brown: Yes, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, studying Interior Architecture. AS: What types of items will you be selling at the bazaar?… Continue Reading Meet Jeffrey Brown of Greenmarket Purveying!

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Meet Matt Eyer of Wear Liberty

Matt Eyer is the owner, founder, and creative director of Wear Liberty, a graphic t-shirt brand that is influenced and inspired by the art, history, and culture of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Previous to starting his brand, he was the Art Director… Continue Reading Meet Matt Eyer of Wear Liberty

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