After earning my Masters in Ceramics, I received the Japanese Fulbright Alumni fellowship, providing an extraordinary opportunity to study and work in Japan for three years.

Robert Leopold, a lifelong Chicago resident, started painting in 1960, primarily using acrylics but also experimenting with Paintpens, charcoal, and markers. His art focuses on unique perspectives, bold colors, and texture.

Traditionally, women artists who worked with mediums such as textiles and embroidery were not considered artists. 

Ila Allen, the creative mind behind Ila Allen Designs, is an Evanston resident bringing her unique handbag creations to the Artist Hand Made venue.

Chicago based artist, Inder has always seen beauty in nature, may it be Panoramic landscapes, Magnificent Mountains, Flatlands, or Quiescent Sunsets. When not wandering, Inder likes to use flowers from his garden as his subject.

I create one of a kind pieces using layers of glass, glass powders and glass elements. All pieces are fired in a kiln two or more times to create the design and desired shapes.

I'm a Chicago native and Marketing student at the University of Illinois at Chicago. My journey into candle making began in 2019 when I wanted to create unique holiday gifts for loved ones.

Jeff has been photographing Lake Michigan (and sometimes Chicago and Evanston) since 2015.

I've embarked on a journey exploring various forms of glass art, honing my skills through experimentation and study. My initial foray into stained glass involved creating architectural panels, a meticulous and puzzle-like craft.

Kathleen's artwork comes from a passion for observing people and the world we live in. How we, individually and together, interact and view the world.

Lauren Pitasch has been passionate about art for as long as she can remember. Growing up, she was inspired by her mother, who painted and played the piano, fostering a deep appreciation for creativity. She went on to study fine art and design, earning her degree from The Art Institute of Chicago.

Mindy Baumgartner is the artist behind the Crafty Physicist.  She makes science art in the form of stickers, cards, pins, paintings and more.She is passionate about making science accessible and showing how fun, interesting and beautiful science can be.

Michele Gaudioso transitioned from a high-stress career to rediscover her passion for creating art. Initially working with beads, semi-precious gemstones, and recycled materials, her craft has evolved to include metals, wire wrapping, and alcohol ink.

Maike van Wijk designs unique handmade jewelry and home adornments. Her Wax and Wire Jewelry has gained recognition at Chicagoland art exhibitions.

Marlene Mendez is an award-winning photographer whose work has been featured in group exhibits in Bucks County, PA, New Jersey, the Philadelphia area, and in Chicago. Her images have also appeared in solo shows in Bucks and Montgomery Counties, PA. 

Matt was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and currently lives in nearby Rogers Park.  He attended California Institute of the Arts (BFA ‘82), and Loyola-Marymount University (MA ‘85) - the latter on Full Scholarship.

"Where dots meet serenity...Hello! I'm Pranali Goyal, a passionate dot mandala artist with 5 years of experience in handcrafting unique, vibrant pieces that inspire mindfulness, self-expression & inner peace."

Transitioning from a career in documentary filmmaking to animation, Ron has seamlessly woven his drawing talent into the realm of visual storytelling.

My first recollection of working with wood was when I was 8 years old and I helped my father build a wooden cedar fence.

Sarita Kamat was born and raised in Belgaum, India and lived in Mumbai, India with her husband Salil and children Varun and Riya. She moved to the U.S. in 2002 with her family.

Sara Sela Jewelry, brought to life by self-taught designer Sara Mizrachi, radiates innovation and style from Brooklyn, NY.

I fell in love with making jewelry about 20 years ago after taking a night away from my young children to take a jewelry making class. I've been creating in one form or another since that time. 

Terry's love for bead making started as a student at Diablo Glass Studio in Boston. From there she has had her own studio for the last 15 years.

Twidley Bits is the labor of love of former chocolatier and French Pastry School alumna, Lauren Ocello. While the world of fancy chocolates and beautiful pastries drew her in, her passion has always been in the simple, the accessible and the delicious.

Vaiju Saraf is an accomplished canvas and stained glass
mosaic artist from Lincolnshire (north suburb of Chicago).
Vaiju's art: She began her art journey with canvas art and
then progressed to mosaics.

William Marvin is a nature enthusiast with a lifelong connection to the great outdoors. Growing up along the Fox River in rural Central Wisconsin, he developed strong Midwestern values and a deep appreciation for a land-based lifestyle.