Announcing: Christin O'Bryan a participating artist at WAM!

Christin O'Bryan has a career as a graphic designer, which means you'll usually find her at a computer. However in her free time Christin enjoys whipping up all sorts of handmade projects—using vintage & new materials to create something new and unique. Originally from Illinois, Christin now lives in Greenville with her husband. 

What you'll see at Winter Art Market: 

• Journals & Sketchbooks - handmade from new and reclaimed materials, these blank journals are perfect for writing or sketching. Each features a sturdy binding and a one of a kind cover design. 

• Collage Postcards - Send a work of art! Each postcard is uniquely crafted by the artist. 

• hand-printed book plates

• Hand-made, embroidered Christmas ornaments and felt accessories

Here at WAM, we heart, heart, heart Christin's pieces and are VERY excited to have her as a guest artist this year! 

Make sure to check her our at: http://wishfulthinkingdesigns.wordpress.com/

Thanks for joining us, Christin!!

Heather K. Mitchell Participating Artist

I began knitting years ago because of my love for the textures and colors of great yarn.  Scarves and hats that add a pop of color in winter can take a drab outfit to a whole new level!  I have bought many of my yarns from other countries, such as Cyprus, Greece, Spain, Mexico where I can find textures and fibers not easily found here in the states... Many of my scarves have beadwork on the end or throughout the scarf to add a bit of shine and sparkle to balance out the soft warmth of the scarves.  I use wool, alpaca and various blends... The hats are incredibly warm and are great for the guys.  They are rugged and handsome and much better quality than the average beanie.  

-Heather K. Mitchell

WAM participating artist Hallie Gillett

"I bleed in crayola crayon colors, I revel in caffeine, I rejoice that God has shared his creative soul with mankind so that we can make art. I can't help but paint and create and spread the joy. I started as a children's book illustrator and morphed into a 'more conventional' version of an artist for the sake of spreading the joy of color in a larger variety of images and forms. I'm easily inspired by books, toys, nature (especially outer space), fabric patterns, and mostly anything shiny."

- Hallie Gillett

Participating Artist Profile: Teri Goddard

I think this art event will be something any art lover wouldn't want to miss. One of my favorite fellow artisans will be present with her handwoven creations of natural fibers; cotton, rayon, linen, and now bamboo. Teri Goddard's fabric and garments are inspired by Japanese kimonos, ethnic clothing and nature. Her choice of colors are inspired by Monet paintings and you wouldn't believe how beautiful they are. Not only is her work outstanding, but watching her at the enormous loom she keeps in the studio is so interesting to watch for all age groups. It is fascinating to see the process unfold and she is so great at describing how it all comes together and why she loves it. She's a true artist at her craft.
- Patti