Handmade by:
Ann Mitchell
Ann Mitchell is an experienced glass artist constantly working to create new art pieces, “For me the process of creating art forms from a flowing, hot bit of molten glass opens my creativity to the fullest.” Ann has a BA from UMKC University and post-graduate workshops in glass. She has been a guest artist in the US Virgin Islands working in front of Island guests using recycled glass. “I like to incorporate images from my love of nature. My hobbies include diving and hiking to gather inspiration for my art work”
Cecilia's
Bags & More
Cecilia, a wonderfully talented seamstress! Inspired by her mother, she began her sewing journey after moving to Hawaii in 1998. We're so happy she became part of our Boardwalk Artisan Market family in 2008!
Chris Stell
Creative Arts
I have been involved in art since childhood. Growing up with artists in the family I
started drawing as soon as I could hold a pencil. I never stopped. Over the years I
experimented with multiple mediums including illustration, copper enameling, silk
screening, macrame, weaving, pottery, stained glass, metals and beaded jewelry.
I attended San Diego State where I received a BA in advertising art in 1976. As a
graphic designer and Art Director, I worked and owned graphic design businesses. My
beginnings in graphics were before computer graphics were introduced and I love the
capabilities it has introduced.
In 1999 I started experimenting with glass. With a foundation in illustration, I found a
way to put unique graphics on glass. I started with acid etch and a brush and evolved
into high speed engraving equipment. My creations are all one of a kind, hand drawn
and frequently my jewelry pieces are reversible or convertible from a bracelet to
necklace.
I created pen and ink illustrations that manufactures can etch for glass artist and some
that are unfired etched pieces. The most popular being Stell Doodle for Profusion and
various gear and steampunk patterns for CBS (Coatings by Sandberg glass
manufacturer).
It’s been a wonderful artistic journey so far, I can’t wait to see where technology,
imagination, tools and experimentation will take me in the future.
Fluid Colors
Silk Art
Fluid Colors Silk Art is a creative venture born out of the shared passion and artistic spirit of Alison and Tom Palasciano. Alison has always been intrigued by the process of making things by hand. She grew up in Florida, where she began painting at a young age. Later, she learned to sew after being inspired by a fashion design class in high school and wanting to refashion her wardrobe. After college, she was drawn to the creative side of things and spent over a decade working in Marketing and
Advertising in San Francisco and Oakland. In 2017, Alison’s creative spirit found a new expression when she relocated to San Diego and met her now-husband, Tom.
Tom was born in Brooklyn, New York, but has lived in San Diego since 1998. As a child growing up in New York, he was surrounded by a melting pot of culture. He was influenced by the graffitied streets and subways, the many art galleries of Soho, and the wonderful museums of Brooklyn and New York City.
After his first elementary school art class, he developed a passion for painting and drawing. He took woodworking classes at the local community center and continued studying art through college. He experimented with all different styles and mediums and gravitated towards abstract geometric patterns. As he grew into adulthood, he was fascinated with three-dimensional perspectives and experimented with sculpting and wood carving.
In 2019, Alison and Tom started a new life in Poway. They both shared a passion for art and decided to take a class in the ancient technique of water marbling. They instantly fell in love with the meditative process of creating intricate designs on the water’s surface, finding it a therapeutic escape. They became hooked and began marbling on silk and later expanded to cotton, wood, leather, paper, and even terracotta.
Alison and Tom are passionate about sharing this art form with their community and helping others to find a sense of awe on the marbling tray!
Helen Monroe
Helen Munroe is the artist/owner of HB Jewelry and Glass Design and a retired teacher from the Poway Unified School District. She started making jewelry almost 20 years ago and become a certified instructor (and artist) in Precious Metal Clay (primarily fine silver and bronze). Then, Helen discovered the shimmer of dichroic glass and the beauty of fused glass. You cannot beat the light and color in glass! Now, she makes dichroic glass art and fused glass as well as art jewelry using semi precious gemstones, dichroic glass and silver. Her glasswork includes various home décor including plates, dishes, night lights, plant stakes, sun catchers and ornaments.
Besides the Poway Artisan Boardwalk her work can be found at the Spanish Village Art Center in Studio 34B and Studio 25 as well as the 2Create Gallery in Ramona. She also teaches precious metal clay jewelry at the Ramona Art Center. Her website is www.hbglassdesign and she can also be found on Etsy: www.etsy.com/hbjewelrydesign and Instagram www.instagram.com/hbjewelrydesign/
Jimmy Young
Photography
Jimmy Young is an art photographer. He is a man of inspiration. He is able to capture a moment in time with an unedited image that symbolizes a poem without words. When you see Jimmy around our market be sure to ask the stories of his art. You will leave with your heart full and be inspired to create or do what makes you feel happiest.
Jessica Johnson Creations
Jessica is an illustrator who's style leans towords escapism with a mix of bright colors, nature, and fantasy. Jessica grew up learning how to draw by copying what she saw in Pokemon books and how to's on DVD's such as Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron.
Outside of the art life she is being a mom to her 4 children and 1 dog with her husband and high school sweetheart. She also enjoys early morning hikes and being a nerd playing various video games, board games, and TCG's.
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LorraineGilbert
Lorraine Gilbert was born and raised in the Adirondack Mountains of New York State.
Summer days found me exploring and understanding nature; in the fall, I marveled at
the transformation of the summer greens into spectacular colors. Winter snows were a
fascinating source of frozen beauty. I rejoiced as spring evolved with all the innocence
of a newborn. As a child of the country, I learned to respect Mother Nature ecological system. I spent many hours experiencing the ever-changing beauty and eternal power of the serene peacefulness of the mountains, the excitement of the babbling brook, the anger of the brewing storms, and the tranquility of fog.
I have always enjoyed drawing and painting. Over the years, it was often an escape: a time to rejuvenate and step back to look at life objectively, without the emotions of the day. Unhappiness and fear would fade as my pencil or brush would transport me to another time and place. The joys of playing with my children would be expressed in sand drawings or ink on newspaper as I told them stories. As we traveled about the world following my military husband, I would create paintings of "home" whenever I was missing my roots. If I did not have a kitchen window, I would paint one on the wall!
Hopefully, you will feel the serenity worked into my art pieces, as I am not alone in
creating them; my Spirit Guides are ever present with their guidance. My goal is to
weave peace and tranquility into my work, replicating the presence of the Earths forces.
Ray Eatons Wood Shop
Ray and Betsy have been life partners since 1976 and woodworking partners since 2020. Ray, a self-taught woodworker, skillfully crafts all their products, while Betsy is the creative mind and the organizational force behind their endeavors. She also photographs all the products for social media and their website.
Ray Eaton's Woodshop's journey began during the COVID-19 pandemic when they joined a Facebook group called "Shop My Porch." This platform allowed crafters to showcase and sell their products, offering contactless payments and pickup. Their venture began with the hand-turning of yo-yos, marking the starting point of their small woodworking business.
Ray's interest in woodworking dates back to his middle school days when his woodshop teacher introduced him to the wood lathe, sparking his enduring love for turning wood. Starting with a simple wood bowl, he gradually progressed to crafting intricate candlesticks, delicate bud vases, and finely detailed pens, pencils, and peg dolls over the years.
During the 1980s, as they strolled along the boardwalk near the Hamburger Factory, they were captivated by the stunning artistic creations, including works by glass blowers, painters, jewelry makers, potters, and fellow woodworkers. They often dreamed of joining a group like the Poway Arts and Craft Guild (PACG), never realizing that they would become valued members of this community of talented artisans three decades later.
Ali C
Art Jewelry
I’ve always enjoyed the arts, making art, viewing art, and displaying art. It is a time when one can immerse oneself in beauty, be it contemplation of the beauty another person has created or the beauty one is trying to create. It is a time of quietude, tranquility, and self-challenge.
After working in the corporate world for a number of years, I decided to follow my dream and go to art school. It was a fantastic period. I’m very glad to have been a self-employed, full-time jewelry artist for many years now.
I am drawn to creating jewelry that is meaningful; jewelry that becomes a keepsake through expressing one’s love for another, for nature, the ocean, or a dear little four-legged family member. I strive to create beauty through design, meaning and highest quality workmanship in uniquehandmade silver and gold art jewelry.
For me, creating jewelry is very fulfilling and enjoyable. I hope that each piece I make will bringhappiness to those who enjoy the design and quality craftsmanship.
Astrid Mussi
Astrid Mussi was born in Grenoble, France. She studied Photography and Audiovisual Arts at the University of Lyon where she developed a passion for long exposures and worked on that subject for many years, using photography and video. She earned her Master’s Degree and moved to Brussels. There she studied Comic Strips and Illustration along with Art History at the School of Fine Arts. Her photographic, video and installation work were displayed at personal and collective exhibitions.
In 2011, she moved to San Diego, California, with her husband and two children. She needed to start from scratch and knew that her path had to involve physical materials. She started exploring paper cutouts and embroidery. Today, Astrid Mussi works from her home in Poway where she combines paper, threads, fabrics and acrylic to bring to life her artistic vision.
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Website: https://astridmussi.com
Bill's Treasure's
of Wood
Bill Stevener is a graduate of the USAF Academy (Spirit of ’76!) and has always dabbled in wood projects (simple shelves and tables, mostly). After retiring from the USAF his interest in wood projects grew. He started making wall decorations and other small items after watching YouTube videos – a great teacher!
Bill bought his first table saw and a few other small power tools (orbital sander, router, etc) in early 2022 and started making better projects, or Treasures as he calls them!
Bill likes making traditional items like flags: US (and other countries by request), blue- and red-line flags, and can do customized engraving: Land of the free… Thanks to the brave! Bill has learned to make a variety of cutting boards, from small mini-boards for fruit to larger boards for full-size briskets. Ask him sometime about the difference between end-edge- and face-grain boards.
Bill also uses a laser to engrave coasters and signs for moms and dads, as well as funny sayings. Intriguing wooden puzzles, challenge coin holders, kitchen conversion charts, Lord’s Prayer plaques, and table pieces are among his other treasures. He tries to have something new and unique at each craft show – stop by and say Hello! some time.
Chris Castberg
Chris Castberg, affectionately known as "Casper," is a dedicated ceramics artist and educator based in Ramona, California. His pottery journey began during his senior year at Ramona High School, where he first discovered the art of wheel-throwing. Under the mentorship of Professor Jeff Irwin at Grossmont College, his passion for ceramics flourished, leading him to pursue it both as a craft and a profession.
Professionally, Chris has been teaching in the Social Sciences for over two decades. Currently, he imparts knowledge in Government and Economics to seniors. Additionally, Chris teaches Ceramics at Liberty Charter High School. His dual role as an educator and artist allows him to inspire the next generation of ceramicists, sharing his love for clay and the transformative process of pottery.
All of Chris' ceramic pieces bear the signature "Casper," a tribute to his childhood nickname. His work is characterized by a blend of functionality and artistic expression, aiming to create pieces that are both beautiful and practical.
To explore his creations and learn more about his work, visit his official website at www.casperpottery.com.
The Hampshire Lane Co
The Hampshire Lane Co is mother daughter crafting team. In her retirement, Judy combined her hobbies of rock collecting and basket making into pine needle basketry. Her kids had no more room on their walls for more baskets, so they encouraged her to start sharing her art!
Grace grew up learning how to make things from her mom and got really bored during the COVID shutdown and combined 3D printing and resin to make fun home decor.
HayCo Studio
Hayley Colleen is a self-taught polymer clay artist and the owner of HayCo Studio, which offers handmade jewelry and gifts. She is a big fan of flowers, color, cottage core, and bohemian styles, and this is what fuels the inspiration for her work. Her love of fashion and design combines well with her meticulous attention to detail, as she strives to deliver unique, long-lasting pieces that empower her customers to wear their personal style with confidence. You can browse her work on Etsy here or see her comprehensive portfolio here. When she is not making art, she loves being outside, traveling, and hanging out with her cat, Zoey.
Jan Narrin
My gourd career started in 1992. I had been on a trip to Arizona and stopped at an art gallery. What I saw there changed my life. It was a display of amazing gourds by premier gourd artist, Robert Rivera. A year later I decided that's what I wanted to do. There was no one I could find in San Diego who was working with gourds so I was forced to figure it all out myself. Once I found Welburn Gourd Farm I was on my way. Doug Welburn was so helpful with teaching me how to clean and cut the gourds, and how to choose the right ones. From there it was just choosing the method I would use for my designs. I'm not a painter so I ended up with the wood burner and I've never used anything else. I'm drawn to all things in Nature. I love finding beautiful or unusual things on my hikes that I can use in my artwork. After all these years, they're still my passion.
Kristi's Custom
Candles
Kristi from Custom Candles creates handmade candles, each one in a unique refurbished holder. Her collection includes candles ready to be displayed for the holiday season, candles in wine glasses, a clan of gnomes, and many more.
Kristi started making candles in the 1960s as a hobby while pursuing a dance career. She took a break to get married, have 3 kids, start her dance studio, which she ran for 36 years, re-visited making them in the 1990s, and got hooked again about 10 years ago. She retired from her dance career and now devotes her time to creating candles and having fun at craft markets. Memory Candles are her favorite things to make because she can preserve something meaningful for her customers with a candle. She also loves making vintage teacup candles, wine glasses, mugs, and ice candles.
Persephone
Designs
Stefany N Haynie is from Jamestown, California, a little town in the foothills under Yosemite. She studied Fine Arts and Literatures of the World at UC San Diego and continues to study Planetary Science and Sustainable Design at University of Arizona online. Her work explores themes of Conservation and the inner Psyche, with connections to community work, and awareness of sustainable practices and ecosystem players.
She combines portraiture and mixed media by depicting abstract landscapes, and images of people and animals. She primarily studies birds focusing on pollinator cycles and conservation, but has been working into illustrations of other notable species such as dragonflies, butterflies, and a variety of Native flora.
www.persephonedesigns.art
Rowshan Art
Rowshan has been making ceramics since 2004. He started at The San Diego Art Department and later continued at The Clay Associates till 2024. Currently, he is making ceramics in his home studio. He makes animal flutes, owl whistles, ceramic drums, bird houses, fountains, vases, and other art for gardens and nature. As a musician, wildlife photographer, and birdwatcher, he is inspired by wildlife and nature.
Silver and Stone
Artwear
Laura Bruff is the Owner/Artist of Silver and Stone Artwear. Over 35 years ago, she took college metalwork classes and knew she had to return to working in silver one day. Now retired, she lives out that passion. Her methods are “old school”, using torch soldering and hand-drawn design, preferring this approach over the use of computers, modern weld lasers, or out-sourced casting. While this all-in-house-old-school process is far more labor intensive than a modern production style studio, the result is a very rewarding one-of-a-kind 100% hand-made piece.
During the pandemic, cabochons became difficult to find, so she took on the second skill of lapidary. Laura casts a wide net to find stones everywhere, from going on “digs” to attending rock shows locally and in Arizona. She’ll start with raw rock, cutting and shaping to find the beauty within. In many pieces “the stone does the talking”, determining the end design. This finding and cutting of stones has added a new dimension to colorful finished pieces.
Tine's
Breaking Point
Christine Smith is the stained glass artist behind Tine’s Breaking Point, an idea born from her love of making things by hand and her search to find meaning in life’s imperfect moments. Inspired by family, friends, music, and reflection, she transforms glass into art—proving that the most beautiful things often begin at a breaking point.
A corporate executive by day, Christine discovered that the rhythm of cutting, foiling, and soldering stained glass is a surprisingly therapeutic process. Her work often incorporates unconventional materials and draws inspiration from nature, emotion, and light itself.
Through Tine’s Breaking Point, Christine continues to explore how light and color can reveal beauty from what’s broken.
Instagram: @tinesbreakingpoint
Website: www.tinesbreakingpoint.com
14134 Midland Rd, Poway, CA 92064
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