From March 12th - 13th we celebrated our One-Year SURVIVAL with a weekend of fun, interactive events. From a Virtual Art Exhibit Opening, Paint & Sip lead by one of our Creative Placemaking team leaders, and Concert Fundraiser, we were happy to also include 'THRIVE Market’, our quarterly marketplace experience that boosts and highlights local businesses. Check out the amazing artists who contributed and take a few moments to shop and support!
DYP & Flow
DYP & Flow is fluid art using acrylic paints on canvas. The main materials used in my pours are acrylic paints, water, pouring medium, and silicone. The techniques used are called dutch pours, ring pours, dirty pours, or swipes.
“My name is Denise Silas and I and a former preschool teacher, fashion designer turned fashion merchandiser that loves creating! Independent artist that enjoys visual arts. I recently began my painting journey after taking on a new part-time Paint Party Consulting business in 2019. I have participated in local events like CB Creates reCREATE and Raw Artist Showcase at The Fillmore Silver Spring. Paint consulting also landed me a teambuilding gig with the staff of Fannie Mae following my art showcase with RAW. I have added a t-shirt store to my personal brand and also offer brand creative marketing solutions to individuals and small businesses in the DMV.”
JN Studio Art
Professionally hand painted earrings. Vibrant abstract, mixed media paintings. Creative portrait commissions.
“Hello! I’m an artist and art teacher in the DMV. I’ve been teaching art in DC for twelve years. I recently started my personal business JN Studio Art in 2020 while being home during the global pandemic. I specialize in funky portraits, abstract paintings, and statement earrings.”
Qi Essential Oils, LLC
Handmade custom scented body oils, whipped shea butters, whipped sugar scrubs, and burning oils
“Small business owner dedicated to creating clean, lasting products for all genres of life. I got tired of commercial products that were not for all, so I created clean products that won't irritate the skin but give it the aroma, love, and moisture it needs year round.”
Mona Delano
Women's streetwear brand - selling items such as joggers, hoodies, t-shirts, etc.
“With professional experience in marketing and contracting, in 2016, I decided to start Mona Delano as a creative outlet. I didn't see a lot of women's streetwear brands at the time, so I decided to create one. I also have an interest in exploring music, photography, and videography.”
Star’s Creations
Handmade, mask set, bling mugs, and tumblers, water bottles, handbags, gift baskets, custom gift cards and much more.
“I love to create customized gifts. I make hand crafted with care and precision. Sewing and crafts is not just a hobby, it is a passion! To create is something beautiful!”
The Throne LLC
Offering growth solutions for our men and women through natural products
“We are a premium brand that offers growth solutions for men and women through natural handcrafted hair and beard products.”
Emporium of Madness
Original illustrated zines, prints, pins, and up-cycled hand painted denim jackets! These works are generally revolving around a femme theme with works in subjects like women in film and history as well as female monsters and mythological creature tales.
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“Hello! My name is Becca Connor, I am an illustrator and crafter based in Glasgow. My work is very bright and bold, generally focusing on badass ladies from fiction, mythology and history.”
WyreFull
WyreFull is a handmade Jewelry business which features Handmade jewelry as well as unique Boutique items. Free Virtual Design consultations are provided in cases where customers desire customization of color etc. WyreFull is recognized by his customers and peers as force in handmade market. WyreFull has recently increased its offerings of original designs using both raw and polished gemstones .
“Lorenzo is a dynamic talent who creates beautiful beaded and wire jewelry. He has been making and selling jewelry since 2012. One of Lorenzo’s Core Values is “Continuous Improvement” as evidenced in the ever evolving designs in his original works.”
Propel Productions Center, Inc.
Pocket Pause is a portable, pocket-sized aromatherapy product that promotes mood management. Inhaling the distinct aromas of our therapeutic grade essential oils and other items will create an emotional response and support the decrease stress and irritability/anger. Pocket Pause is an on-the-go wellness tool and coping strategy for home, school, and work.
“My name is Lauren Jones. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Executive Director of Propel Productions Center, Inc. I'm dedicated to engaging, educating and empowering communities of color about stress and anger. I developed arts-based mental health programs, products and services that promote emotional wellness.”
Khadija Jahmila Fine Art
A variety of collage print options for sale, framed and unframed. All art is offered at sliding scale.
“Using salvaged paper, Maryland-based collage artist Khadija Jahmila splices disparate iconography into composites depicting Black women as otherworldly. Jahmila was selected for the NextGen award (2020) at VisArts in Rockville, MD. Her artwork has been exhibited in Washington, DC and Maryland— including at Anacostia Arts Center, Howard Theatre, and VisArts.”