People who love making things:
Innovating the hiring process: CFO Abby Cheesman and CEO Elena Valentine of Skill Scout
“We represent a small subset of pioneers who are redefining how companies communicate their jobs and company culture through video.” Read more.
Aviate Press’ Ava Puckett makes handmade goods to lift your spirits
“I made it an effort to surround myself with other artists and entrepreneurs who were supportive and helpful.” Read more.
Photography service Snip Snap Go by Erika Dufour and Renee Gooch
“Snip Snap Go makes it easy for you to take professional and affordable photos.” Read more.
Calligrapher Bella Schilling is Fascinated with Letterforms
“I got accidentally obsessed with calligraphy.” Read more.
Historian Sarah M. Dreller Starts Conversations on Modern Art and Architecture, Making Them Relevant
“Making the conversation about peoples’ experiences of art and architecture nurtures a sense of relevance organically.” Read more.
Marcel and His Letters: Carolyn Porter’s Bold Passage in Typeface Design, Writing and Publishing
“The fundamental truth of the project: I needed to share Marcel’s beautiful and heart-breaking words of love.” Read more.
Argent’s Sali Christeson and Eleanor Turner Make Functional Work Clothes with Attitude
“We want to change the game for women by giving them the clothes they need to succeed.” Read more.
Foresight Design Initiative’s Lyndon Valicenti: Design Methods, Systems Thinking and Inclusion
“I need to believe in the power of design to facilitate inclusive conversations for action.” Read more.
Visual Exploration by Graphic Designer Jonathan Sangster in His Handmade “Concept Containers”
“The series came to life, because I needed a place for all of my impractical ideas to live.” Read more.
Unifying Craft of Letterpress: Sara McNally, Founder, Constellation & Co.
“Make what you love and make it personal.” Read more.
Midnight Kitchen Projects: Food, Creativity and the Unusual
“We push and pull on each food idea until we’re really excited about how to create them as an edible experience.” Read more.
BuyMeOnce.com’s Tara Button finds and promotes products to be used for a lifetime
“I thought that a site that gathered together all the things that were built to last could fill a big gap in the sustainable market.” Read more.
Wellness and Art: Artery Ink’s Mara Natkin and Gloria Ramirez
“We became so passionate about living a healthier lifestyle that we couldn’t enjoy it ourselves. We want everyone to feel this awesome!” Read more.
Big Little Businesses for Craftspeople: Arianne Foulks of Aeolidia
“I take all criticism seriously, and use it as a chance to adjust how we do things to work better.” Read more.
Compelled to be in awe of nature: Catharine Graff, Designer and Illustrator
“Drawing has always been something I was compelled to do.” Read more.
Fashion design for chic, modern women: Maria Pinto of M2057
“I start a collection with an inspiration that will drive the mood of the season.” Read more.
Independent Filmmaker and Chief Executive Artist Ondi Timoner
“As an artist who works in documentary, I believe that across the board: artists throughout history have always held up a mirror to society.” Read more.
Partner-Publisher Genevieve DeGuzman of Night Owls Press
“Are small presses even relevant anymore? I think so.” Read more.
Typeface Designer Nicole Dotin, Co-Founder and Partner of Process Type
“ I tend to take my time designing a typeface—because I want to give it everything possible.” Read more.
“In order for everyone to do their best work, they need to feel like they’re on the same page.”
Adriana Baer, Director, Profile Theatre
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