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MAKER’S MARK Artists handcraft masterpieces that showcase the best of the southwest
Creativity runs through the veins of our communities. With new artists popping up everyday, there is no shortage of artwork and ideas. Locals value the overflowing talent and variety of mediums here and look forward to the arts community continuing to flourish. Below is a roundup of a few inspiring local artists. DANDELION PRESS
Lori Preusch’s vivid, charming paintings can be found at a variety of places around Southwest Colorado, especially in Durango. Her work serves as a looking glass into her wild imagination, filled with elephants, lions, frogs, birds and much, much more. Preusch’s art brings you back to relive fantastical childhood memories and remember what it’s like to be young again. You can purchase art from her on her website, www.dandelionpress.com.
environments through her unique lens. Meanwhile, her illustrations focus on simplicity and prevailing figures. Cornue’s work can be purchased at www.reneecornue. com or her studio located at 862 Main Avenue in Durango.
CARTWHEEL STUDIO
Looking for unique, handmade children’s clothing? Look no further than Cartwheel Studio. Jennifer Floyd started her business in 2010 when she wanted to see a
MADE BY HOWDY
Julia Ion creates distinct, whimsical art inspired by the world around her. From her series of houseplants in various jars/ bottles to her retro glam western pieces, her small illustration studio boasts lots of potential. Her artwork can be purchased on her website, www.madebyhowdy.com or found hanging on the walls at 81301 Coffee.
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Ally Shea, the owner and creator of Satya Creative, specializes in nature-inspired wooden wall art. From ocean and mountain work, to distinctive shelving and mirrors, and even custom pieces, she makes a little bit of everything. Shea’s work can be found and purchased via her website, www.satyacreative.com. Creating Native American inlay jewelry, Jimmy Poyer currently lives in Farmington, New Mexico and builds every piece by hand. He uses natural stones, shells, coral and more in his work. While Poyer’s art can be found at many different places across the country, his work can be found locally at Toh-Atin Gallery as well as Sorrel Sky Gallery.
Whether through portraiture or illustration, Renée Cornue expresses a vintage, Americana feel through her work. Her photography captures the lives of everyday people in their natural SUMMER GUIDE
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change in the market for children’s clothes. Besides that, she also makes hats, jewelry, gifts and more. Her work can be found at a variety of local stores, including Dietz Market, Maria’s Bookshop, Lively, Urban Market and more. Alternatively, you can also purchase directly from her website, www.cartwheelstudioco.com.
SIERRA MADE
Everyone needs a good adventure hat. Sierra Made specializes in southwest-inspired caps and beanies perfect for 2021