Columbus Fall Show is Almost Here!

Meet Gary Board from A Board and a Dream… 

Hello, My name is Gary Board and I have been interested in woodworking for most of my life, but I got away from it for a long time when I was working a corporate job.  After almost 30 years in that world I finally had enough, and A Board and a Dream was born. I have only been doing this as a business since the beginning of 2025. This will be my first show, so I am excited and nervous about it all at the same time.

The inspiration for my one-off pieces is to find the beauty in things that would normally be discarded, like recycling pallet wood or using off-cuts from the lumber yard that some might consider scrap. When making pieces for specific clients, I want to help them bring their vision to life and give them the best piece possible. I also make epoxy resin crafts, and even that started out as a way to use resin that was left over from my charcuterie board.

I first got into woodworking doing projects with my dad as a kid.  The interest was fed through the years watching Norm Abram on “The New Yankee Workshop” until I finally started making pieces for family and friends. I discovered my talent just by trying it. My first project was a toy box for my nephew, and when people liked it I realized I might be able to be good at it. My creative process is to look at a specific material and see what it lends itself to, and then I follow that vision until it comes to life.

In 5 years I hope to be doing more custom work for clients, but still making one-of-a-kind pieces that I ship all around the world. The message behind my work is that it is never too late to follow a dream.  I feel lucky to be able to do this full time, so I put everything into my work so I can continue to do so.

Meet Betsy Lenihan from Ceramic Artist & Owner of Lazy Dog Ceramics...

The love I have for ceramics began in the early 1980s, watching my paternal grandmother and great aunt paint pieces. As a teenager, I was captivated by my mother’s intricate Old World-style Santa figurines, which sparked my own passion for the craft. However, life took me in other directions—college, grad school, marriage, career shifts, and more—leading to a 20-year break from ceramics. In 2021, during the pandemic, I rediscovered my love for painting after picking up a Santa or two, and I haven't looked back since.

Over the next two years, I dedicated myself to mastering acrylics on bisque and antique techniques, inspired by the methods I had watched my mother use years before. With the encouragement of friends and my husband, I took the next step in late 2023 by launching Lazy Dog Ceramics. The business focuses on producing high-quality finished pieces while supporting a cause close to my heart—local dog rescue organizations. As passionate animal lovers, my husband and I channel a portion of all proceeds toward helping rescue efforts. With no children, our furry family members are our babies.

I hold an undergraduate degree in Organizational Communications and an MBA with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Leadership. My 25-year career in business strategy and tech leadership has been fulfilling, but ceramics serves as my creative outlet and therapy. Looking ahead, I plan to retire in 10 years and fully dedicate myself to ceramics.

Over the few years, I have immersed myself in learning, with guidance from my mentors. Through them, I have expanded my knowledge of glazing, painting techniques, kilns, and slip casting. In the next 5 years, I look forward to refining techniques, learning new techniques, and continuing my passion and expertise in ceramics—excited for the creative journey ahead.

2024 Columbus Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show

Sunday, September 21, 2025

10:00am-4:00pm

Makoy Event Center

5462 Center St.

Hilliard, OH 43026

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Columbus Fall Show is Underway!

 Meet John Huenemann from Brackett's Wooden Games...

Hi, I'm John (aka Brackett)! I've been woodworking for about four years, and I am passionate about art, music, gaming, and my amazing, wonderful family. 

This is my first time at an Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show. I'm inspired by vintage and historical aesthetics, and mentally challenging puzzles. 

My creative process is 100% ADHD-fueled chaos- I look up records of ancient and vintage board games, puzzles, and toys, and recreate them with a modern look. 

In five years, I hope to have expanded my product line, and found more ways to create and play. I hope my work gives people a chance to connect to the past while enjoying the present. 

Meet Greg and Pamela Feldman from G&P Fine Craftory...

G & P Fine Craftory is the husband and wife collaboration between Greg and Pamela Feldman-Hill. We live in central Ohio, and we have always been “makers.” Greg is an ex-IT Manager who took up woodworking as a hobby in 2016, and has since turned this into a full-time business. He enjoys doing built-in bookcases for clients, custom charcuterie and cutting boards for gifts, and laser cut trivets and other items. Pamela is a professionally trained artist who has created artwork and illuminated manuscripts for clients all over the world for over 45 years. Hand painting ceramics and wood cut outs, including hamsas and cat shapes, and mandala-inspired coasters and trays are her meditation and passion. Pamela and Greg often collaborate on various products and designs. Our goal with the products at G & P Fine Craftory is to bring beautiful creations into daily life with fine craftsmanship and joy. Greg has been woodworking for 8 years, and Pamela has been creating art professionally since the 1970’s. Our collaboration with G & P Fine Craftory was born in 2021.

This is our fourth year participating in Avant-Garde shows.

What inspires us to create.. adding beauty to our daily lives while we keep our hands and minds busy definitely motivates us to create!

 

How we got into our craft.. Greg started woodworking as a hobby after refinishing some tables and cabinets for our house and discovering that he enjoyed working with wood. After he retired from Nationwide Insurance as an IT manager, he decided to pursue this passion full time, and converted our garage into a full wood-shop, with a CnC and laser machines. Pamela has always painted, and began hand-painting ceramics and wood cut-outs about 10 years ago as a way to fill time between her illuminated manuscript commissions. Creating work that is functional and smaller provided a nice outlet, and utilizes her love and knowledge of pattern and color in a new way. 

 

Meet Jennifer Roberts from Imperfecting Art..

I’m a playwright and self-taught artist from the SF Bay Area. I moved to Columbus last March and am having fun adjusting to the weather and discovering the art scene here. 

I started working in mixed media and clay six later in life, six years ago.

I’m inspired by dichotomy. The transitory nature of balance I'd experienced for most of my life made me keenly aware of the tension created between seemingly incompatible ideas trying to dominate space at the expense of the other: nature and human; body and mind; creation and destruction.

It's the investigation on how we can achieve equilibrium between  oppositions that fascinates me. I want us to witness the beauty that comes in the textures of decay, see the dichotomy and harmony of nature and human, science and superstition… These are only a few contradictions I want to investigate. 

I’d been doing some art writing for a local gallery and was inspired to finally follow my dream of creating art and storytelling in a new, visual medium. My grandfather was an artist and I’ve always wanted to express myself visually. That’s why I was also drawn to playwriting. It was scary to jump over to art, but was inspired by the quote by George Eliot, “You’re never too old to be what you might have been.”

That’s a tough question. I think I didn’t think about being talented until I was accepted into two online gallery shows and published in their catalogue. It was only then that I thought I may be on to something. There can be a stigma associated with self-taught artists who didn’t do traditional study. A lot of that questioning and lack of confidence came from this feeling that I didn’t belong, so it did take the validation of having my work shown to accept the term “artist.” Though looking back, I don’t believe having work in a gallery makes you more of an artists and if you are creating work, you are one.

My creative process.. I go into what I call, “sprints.” I have periods of time where I am in the studio morning to evening every day. Then, I crash. I use the downtime to take a class or work in my art journal and looking at art for inspiration.

In five years, I’d like to be a professional artist, meaning that I can support myself to some degree and take commissions on a regular basis. I don’t see owning a storefront, etc. but I would love to expand my studio.

 I leave messages about my work to the viewer. I know what I’m looking for or exploring when I make it, but I want the viewer to look and interpret what they see however they wish.

My website is jenniferlynneroberts.com

 

Meet Cinnamon McKinley from Mandala Madra...

My name is Cinnamon McKinley, but I also go by "Smee". I'm originally from the East Coast - I grew up in Trenton, NJ. I moved here to the Columbus area with my family in the fall of 2023, and I have absolutely fallen in love with this city. I am an x-ray tech by trade and the mother of two beautiful neurodivergent teenage boys. We're all animal lovers - we have three dogs, three cats, and a hermit crab at home. We relax together by taking long nature walks or strolls around the neighborhood. I am a bird enthusiast and love listening to their songs while we walk.

 

I've been creating essential oil rollerballs and sprays for myself, family, and friends for several years now. However, it only just dawned on me to try to sell my wares over a year ago. I'm very proud of my recipes, and am constantly tweaking and improving them. This will be my third Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show. They really are so much fun.

 

I am inspired by a need to spread Self Love, and the relief of ailments that may get in the way of that Self Love.

 

My first essential oil creation was my Migraine Relief rollerball. I suffer from frequent migraines and was looking for a more natural way to combat that pain and pressure without adding more (or less) caffeine. I did my research, created a recipe and tried it out on myself. I found that it helped considerably, and I wanted to branch out into relief of other ailments. I now have rollerballs and sprays that help with menstrual symptoms, perimenopausal symptoms, insomnia, and anxiety. My favorite scent is my Love rollerball, which promotes Self Love and ease within one's own skin. 

I describe my creative process and Meditative and Magical. My goal for five years.. I'm hoping that within five years' time, I gain enough momentum to work on my recipes and sell my products full time, while taking x-rays becomes a part time gig. That's my dream.

 

My work is all about Love - Self-Love, Love of others, Love of community. I am hoping to do nothing more than spread Love and relief.

 

2024 Columbus Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show

Sunday, September 21, 2025

10:00am-4:00pm

Makoy Event Center

5462 Center St.

Hilliard, OH 43026

For more information, contact Becki Silverstein, Event Coordinator at becki@ag-shows.com

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Columbus Summer Show Heads to Town!

Meet Jennifer Roberts from Imperfecting Art...

Hi I'm Jennifer Roberts, a playwright and self-taught artist originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, now finding my rhythm here in Columbus, Ohio. I made the move last March and have been enjoying every bit of discovering Columbus’s vibrant art scene, and yes, even adjusting to the ever-changing Midwest weather has been its own adventure.

My journey into mixed media and clay didn’t begin until later in life, six years ago, to be exact. Art had always intrigued me, but it took me a while to give myself permission to dive in. I had been writing about art for a local gallery when I realized I didn’t just want to write about others’ work. I wanted to create something of my own. That nudge, paired with a lifelong love of storytelling (and a healthy dose of inspiration from my grandfather, who was also an artist), is what finally got me started. 

George Eliot once wrote, “You’re never too old to be what you might have been.” That quote stuck with me. So I leapt.

This spring’s Columbus Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show will be my first time participating as an artist, though I’ve been a fan and patron of the show for years. It feels surreal to now be on the other side of the table.

What inspires me to create? Dichotomy. Much of my work explores the tension between opposites, nature and humanity, body and mind, creation and destruction. I’ve spent much of my life experiencing the fragility of balance, so I’m drawn to those moments where opposing forces push and pull against one another. I want my art to live in that tension. I want people to see the textures of decay, the beauty in imbalance, the harmony between contradiction. Science and superstition, logic and intuition, growth and erosion; they all have something to say if we’re willing to look.

When people ask how I discovered my talent, it’s a tough question to answer. For a long time, I didn’t really consider myself “talented.” I was hesitant to even call myself an artist. Being self-taught comes with its own doubts and a constant feeling of not belonging. That changed, somewhat, when I was accepted into two online gallery shows and had my work published in their catalogs. That kind of recognition made me pause and think, Maybe I am on to something. Still, over time I’ve come to believe that being an artist isn’t about credentials or exhibitions, it’s about making the work. If you’re creating, you’re an artist. Period.

My creative process comes in waves, what I like to call “sprints.” When inspiration hits, I’m in the studio every day from morning to night. Then I crash. I embrace that ebb and flow. During the quieter periods, I’ll take an online class, work in my art journal, or soak up inspiration by exploring others’ art. It’s a cycle that keeps me balanced—ironically, amidst all the imbalance I tend to explore in my work.

Looking ahead, I’d love to grow into a professional artist in the truest sense—someone who can support themselves through their craft and regularly take on commissions. I don’t envision opening a gallery or storefront, but I do dream of expanding my studio and deepening my practice.

As for the message behind my work, I prefer to leave that open. I know what I’m exploring when I create, but once the piece is finished, it belongs to the viewer. I want people to bring their own stories, memories, and interpretations to it. Art, after all, is a conversation—and I’m just here to start it.

Meet Cinnamon McKinley from Mandala Madra, LLC...

Hi there! I’m Cinnamon McKinley, but most people know me as “Smee.” I’m originally from Trenton, New Jersey, and after relocating to the Columbus area in the fall of 2023, I’ve truly found a sense of belonging here. The city’s energy, creativity, and community spirit have captured my heart. 

By day, I’m an x-ray tech and the proud mom of two amazing neurodivergent teenage boys. Our home is lively and full of love, shared with three dogs, three cats, and even a hermit crab. We find peace in nature, taking long walks together and listening to the birdsong (yes, I’m a bit of a bird nerd… and proud of it!).

For years, I’ve been crafting essential oil rollerballs and sprays for myself and those closest to me. It started as a personal passion, a way to find natural relief for life’s aches and anxieties, but it wasn’t until about a year ago that it clicked: I should be sharing these creations with others. Since then, I’ve been pouring my heart into each blend, constantly refining recipes to make them more effective, more comforting, more “me.”

This upcoming Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show will mark my second time as a vendor, and I couldn’t be more excited. My first show in the spring was an incredible experience, not just for the sales, but for the conversations, the connection, and the shared energy of people who believe in handmade healing.

What inspires me most is the desire to help. Whether it's easing migraines, soothing anxiety, or offering a moment of stillness in the chaos, my products are rooted in the concept of Self Love.

That all started with my very first creation: a Migraine Relief rollerball born out of my own battle with chronic headaches. I did the research, built a blend, tested it – and it worked. That one little bottle became the foundation for so many others: blends for menstrual symptoms, perimenopause, insomnia, and my favorite, the Love rollerball, made to encourage self-acceptance and peace within one’s own skin.

How did I discover this talent? I just… tried. That’s really it. I truly believe you can uncover something magical when you give yourself permission to explore. My creative process is both magical and meditative, a little intuition, a lot of intention, and a whole lot of love.

Looking ahead, my dream is to grow this small business into something big enough to allow me to make essential oils my full-time focus, with x-ray work playing a smaller supporting role. I want to be all in creating, connecting, and spreading love through my work.

Because at the end of the day, that’s what it’s all about: Love. Whether it’s loving yourself a little more, showing up for others, or building community through shared care and connection, my hope is that every bottle I make brings someone a bit of relief, and a lot of love!

Meet Zoey Sheese from Zoella's Artsy Zoo... 

Hi! My name is Zoey Sheese (Zoella), and I’m a local artist based in Newark, Ohio. I officially launched my own LLC last year to start selling my art, and it's been such a rewarding (and sometimes chaotic!) adventure. When I’m not making art, you’ll find me managing a salon in Grandview, Columbus, or hanging out with my pets and my chosen family. I love staying active and grounded through hobbies like yoga, hiking, reading, and board games. Life is too short not to explore everything that brings you joy!

Even though I’ve only been running my art business since late 2024, I’ve been creating for as long as I can remember. Art has always been a part of my life, it’s my outlet, my playground, and my personal form of expression. This will be my very first Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show, and I’m beyond excited to be a part of it!

What inspires me to create is the impact art can have on the world. It’s such a powerful emotional release, and there are endless ways to bring ideas to life. I love experimenting with different techniques and mediums, it keeps things fresh and fun. My goal is to eventually turn this passion into my full-time career, and every piece I create gets me one step closer.

If I’m being honest, I probably wouldn’t have been considered “naturally talented” in art when I was younger. But I never let that stop me. I’ve learned everything I know through self-teaching, trial and error, and just sticking with it because I love it. That’s a huge part of my message: art doesn’t have to be perfect or even “good,” it just has to be you. It’s about the joy in creating, not the pressure to impress.

My creative process? It’s kind of all over the place! I usually start with a general idea, then narrow it down to a medium, size, and overall vibe. From there, I create a few versions of the idea, experiment, and tweak until I land on something I really love. I’ll often restart a piece a few times or get feedback from friends. It’s not always linear, but that’s part of the fun.

In five years, I hope to have a fully functioning website, a thriving Etsy shop, and a regular lineup of craft shows. I want to keep growing, learning, and sharing this journey with others who believe in the power of creativity.

You can follow along with me on Instagram at @zoellas.artsy.zoo, and check out my Etsy shop https://zoellasartsyzoo.etsy.com. Thanks for supporting small artists and helping us make big dreams come true.

Meet Gabrielle Alonzo from Gia Arts...

Hi there! My name is Gabrielle Alonzo, and I’m an Afro-Latina digital artist living in central Ohio. If there’s one thing to know about me, it’s that I’m obsessed with mermaids… of every shape, size, color, and style. They’ve become my favorite subject to draw because they’re the perfect blend of fantasy, freedom, and fun. While I love experimenting with traditional media and sketching with pencils or markers, most of my finished work happens on my trusty iPad, where I bring my dreamy oceanic characters to life.

Art has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. Growing up as an only child, I spent a lot of time creating things on my own, drawing, crafting, and getting lost in my imagination. But it wasn’t until about five years ago that I really dove into digital art. What started as a curiosity turned into a true passion, and it’s been a wild, wonderful ride ever since.

This year marks my very first time participating in an Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show, and I honestly couldn’t be more thrilled. There’s something so special about being in a space filled with other creators and people who appreciate handmade art. I can’t wait to share my work and connect with folks who love whimsical and colorful designs as much as I do.

My biggest inspiration? Color and joy. I’m drawn to bold, vibrant hues and characters who radiate happiness and personality. Hairstyles are one of my favorite details to play with, whether it’s bouncy curls, locs, or mermaid waves. I love using hair as a form of expression in my characters.

My creative process is a mix of relaxation and spontaneity. I do most of my drawing in the evenings while watching TV with my family, but I’m especially inspired when I get to sit near a sunny window or sketch outdoors. I usually start with a loose concept in my traditional sketchbook, then refine it digitally until it transforms into a full piece.

As for the future, I hope to illustrate more children’s books. There’s something magical about helping to shape a child’s world through art and story. If my work can inspire even one young artist to pick up a pencil (or an iPad) and create, then I’ll feel like I’ve done something right.

At the heart of everything I make is a message of positivity and joy. I want my art to feel like a warm, colorful escape, a reminder that there’s still magic in the world if you know where to look.

Meet Carolyn Kendell from Art by Carolyn...

Hi! My name is Carolyn Kendell, and I’ve been an artist for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I’ve explored many different mediums, but for the last several years, my heart has been fully devoted to watercolors. There’s something magical about how the colors blend and flow—it's the perfect way to express both the beauty I see and the emotions I feel. I’ve had the pleasure of participating in several Avant-Garde Art & Craft Shows, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed connecting with fellow creatives and art lovers alike.

I never head out on an outdoor adventure without my camera in hand. Whether it's the delicate curve of a flower petal, the shifting colors of a sunset, or the quiet stillness of a forest path, the natural world constantly inspires me. Sometimes I paint exactly what I see, other times what I feel—and often, it’s a bit of both. My goal is to bring small, meaningful pieces of nature into your home through my art.

When I’m not at a show, you can explore my work online at https://carolynkendell.etsy.com. You can also find me on Instagram @carolyn.m.k and now on Facebook at Carolyn M Kendell Artist.

2025 Columbus Summer Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show

Sunday, June 22, 2025

10:00am-4:00pm

Makoy Event Center

5462 Center St.

Hilliard, OH 43026

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2025 Summer Avant-Garde Craft Show - Meet some of our vendors!

Meet Amy Thompson from Amy's Adventure in Art...

I'm Amy Thompson, owner and artist of Amy's Adventures in Art. After 32 years as a kindergarten teacher, I started my art business in 2024—born from a lifelong love of creativity and color. These days, I focus mostly on watercolor, but I also love to mix in other media to create cards, calendars, stickers, and homey decor pieces.

Color is where it all starts for me. I find inspiration in unexpected palettes and love discovering new ways to mix shades, add texture, and create something joyful.  I want to  make art that feels good to look at, use, and decorate your space.

And just as much as I love painting, I love sharing it. Watercolor is both relaxing and satisfying—anyone can enjoy it. That’s why I teach both kids and adults how to explore watercolor with simple techniques, line drawings, and use their own personal flair.  You can check out my website for art, decor and in person classes!

https://amysadventuresinart.com/

Meet Joanna from Brondi Beans Co...

Bondi Beans Co. is a coffee trailer inspired by laid-back Australian beach and café culture, blending quality coffee with a breezy, coastal vibe. We’re all about creating memorable moments around incredible drinks, friendly service, and a bit of sweet nostalgia—think pavlovas reimagined for the road. 

We officially launched two months ago, and while we're new on the scene, we’ve poured a lot of heart into every detail. This will be our very first event of this kind, and we’re looking forward to soaking it all in and connecting with fellow creatives and coffee lovers!

We’re inspired by the laid-back energy of Australian beaches,  Aussie café culture, and the simple joy of a great cup of coffee. Our creative process starts with a flavor memory or a nostalgic moment, which we then build into a drink that’s both beautiful and unique.  Every menu item is thoughtfully designed to surprise and delight—from our signature Pavlova Latte to the cheeky Bondi Breeze, and our popular Salty Surf Latte 

We see Bondi Beans Co. growing into a lifestyle brand—multiple trailers, a line of signature drinks and products, maybe even a brick-and-mortar beachside, or locally.  But no matter how far we grow, we’ll always keep the heart of Bondi alive: laid-back, community-focused, and full of flavor.

At Bondi Beans Co., our message of no worries, just great coffee. Is found in more than just a caffeine fix—it's a connection, an escape and encourages one to slow down and enjoy the moments.  Everything we do is grounded in that mission.

Meet Adelaide from Sadder Day Studios...

Adelaide is an autistic artist that likes to experiment with different types of mediums and styles. She is self-taught and recently began focusing on tactile art when her dad started going blind. Worried that he would no longer be able to see her art, she now creates art that people with low vision can feel using different textures and materials like buttons and beads on canvas.

This is her third year selling at shows and markets. As for Avant-Garde, this is her second show, the first in Columbus.

What Inspires Adelaide to create? All kinds of things - she expresses her ADHD through a wide variety of arts. Creating is a way Adelaide stims and self-regulates her autism.

She got into art when her dad started teaching her when she was very little and then Adelaide took over teaching herself with YouTube videos. Now they learn together. When we discovered our talent was when mom saw the art piling up and thought we should try selling it because we were running out of wall space and craft area. Our hope is that Adelaide can slowly learn to run more of the business side from mom, but mainly our goal is for her to make the art she enjoys and be able to make some money to help with her living one day.

Adelaide wants everyone to enjoy her art so she uses a variety of styles, textures, and mediums. This also keeps it interesting for her so that she doesn't get bored or feel like her art is work.

Meet HK Bourne from HK Bourne Art...

I would describe myself as middle aged art n00b, techie, parent of a teen, tennis player and a sailor. I've been doing this for A little over a year, and this is my first Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show! Visual beauty mostly in the natural world Is what inspires me to create.

My mother was an artist, but I was always the “word” person, having majored in English. I knew I had artistic talent and took a few art classes over my lifetime, but I also knew a lot of folks who were artists and I was never as confident in my work as they were, so I didn’t really pursue it. After my mom died, a friend suggested I paint (which was my mother’s medium) and gave me a painting set. I never used the painting set. When I went to NM for the first time that Winter, I threw some fabric markers and some tracing paper (which was all I had) in a bag and one morning I sat and drew the landscape. (See attached first drawing.)

A few months later, on the first Mother’s Day after I lost my mom, I bought myself some watercolor markers and drew a picture of the inside of my living room. I eventually bought some better markers (Copics) and a Canon IMAGEPROGRAF archival printer and started printing high-quality copies of my work. (I improved very quickly after that first sketch.) I sell them in the original 9”x12” format and also in greeting card sizes.

I would you describe your creative process as emotional. I go through phases of not liking a piece at all and trying to “fix” it and then loving it and then sort of “breaking” it again.

My business is a hobby for me. In 5 years, I guess I would see my work being sold in various brick and mortar stores. My cards are already being sold at the Global Gallery in Clintonville, which is exciting.

Meet Stacy Piper from Middle School Chaos LLC...

"Middle School Chaos" started about 26 years ago when I began scrapbooking my oldest child's baby album. I thought the name was a perfect fit because my craft room resembles my classroom - you never know what is going to come out of it. Throughout the years I've worked with scrapbooking, cards, coasters, stickers, tumblers, t-shirts and now I have found fun in creating 3D layered shadow boxes. 

Currently I am able to work on my "side hustle" during summer months and school breaks, but my hope is to continue on a regular basis after I retire from teaching. I've been a part of the Avant-Garde Art & Craft Shows for a while now and I have enjoyed every single one! Meeting new people and bringing a smile to their faces with my items brings me happiness, also. Hope to see you soon!

2025 Columbus Summer Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show

Sunday, June 22, 2025

10:00am-4:00pm

Makoy Event Center

5462 Center St.

Hilliard, OH 43026

For more information, contact Becki Silverstein, Event Coordinator at becki@ag-shows.com

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