Over the last decade, I have been creating furniture and art work from hardwood, re-claimed wood, and sheet metal. I work primarily on commissioned projects and also have a line of products which are made largely from recycled materials.
Annie Rochelle is a Knoxville native whose work combines traditional art techniques with contemporary compositions. Often irreverent and quirky, her botanical illustrations use nature to interpret social pathos. In her work, 'The Language of Flowers' is updated to a modern vernacular.
During the pandemic, I graduated UT with a degree in graphic design. Graduating into an uncertain job market I started Foolish Designs. I started experimenting and truly just make whatever I have fun making. I began experimenting with polymer clay making sculptural earrings and knick-knacks. I have also started to sell some of my print and illustrative designs.
I have always loved drawing and painting and telling stories. During the last several years dealing with progressive health issues, art has become my safe haven. A way to express my soul and to enjoy the simple act of making something beautiful and unique even when I can't control the rest of life.
I am an oil painter. My paintings are representational but artistic and I don’t really seek to portray an object fully. The paintings capture light and my unique perspective. Most of the art I create is sparked by a hike in the woods, travels, and daily living.
My work explores our relationship with other living creatures as we become further removed from the natural world. I primarily create detailed prints using multiple printmaking processes, such as hand-engraving on copper, monotype, and wood engraving. More recently, I've been also creating large weavings from salvaged plastic, experimenting with clay, and mural work. Through my work, I share the wild around us and consider our everyday actions that affect it directly or indirectly. My work aims to evoke a renewal of attentiveness, conversation, and respect for other living beings.
I'm a local artist venturing in to the crqff world. I absolutely love painting, and have fallen for the acrylic dutch pour blow out technique. I accept commissions and would love to make something cool for you!
Blanket Fort Studio produces quirky pottery, illustrations, jewelry, and prints. Everything is made by hand by artist and maker Kendra Barth. Inspired by childlike curiosity of the world around her and a love of all things silly and colorful , her fun, naive, and eclectic style makes Blanket Fort's work completely unique. As such, her goods are a visual reminder to enjoy the little things around us.
We make houseplant potting mixes, hand painted terra cotta pots and deliver unique houseplants in Knoxville and surrounding areas. We also offer custom styling services and perform custom installations for home or office.
I'm an illustrator, author, and teacher living in Knoxville with my husband, two cats, and a collection of books constantly outgrowing its shelf space. I create art featuring my love of books and fierce women, and write novels and short stories subverting mythos and fairy tales.
Simple Wish Creations was born out of the desire to make cute custom items for my newborn daughter. Almost 10 years later, we specialize in custom gifts, home decor, educational toys and games, memorial gifts and more! It is our desire to create custom, unique items that last a lifetime. Quality is our top priority, always.
Knox Paper Scissors is a illustration + paper goods brand based out of Knoxville, Tennessee. We create illustrated paper goods that people can use to help express words of love, encouragement, hope, and happiness. We believe in the importance of a hand-written note. We also take pride in our hometown and create things personal to people who are local to Knoxville.
My paintings are colorful abstract line art pieces which incorporate elements from my Turkish heritage to highlight the beauty of Middle Eastern cultures and the experiences of being a middle eastern woman in the United States. I usually start with a concept- the classic middle eastern nose that has been a source of insecurity for me and many other women around the world, the powerful evil eye, graceful butterflies- and then I build my line art around the balance of the chosen motifs. Once I establish a color pallet to match the intended feeling of the piece, I start painting! I finish all of my paintings with gold accents to make them come to life.
I'm a multimedia artist working in Knoxville! My prints and polymer clay work are inspired by bright colors and vintage designs. This is my space to play and experiment with things I didn't have time for in art school, and I love being able to share them!
Little Mountain flower farm focuses on growing high quality cut flowers for local markets, events, and delivered arrangements to Knoxville and the surrounding areas. All of our flowers are grown chemical-free, using soil-friendly, regenerative, farming methods.
Design work is inspired by what we have growing on the farm each season, as well as the mountains that surround us. We often incorporate wild elements in our designs, inspired from Appalachia. Every stem we use wild or otherwise is grown on our farm in Maryville. This allows us to minimize our carbon footprint and create florals that are truly unique to our community.
Goodnight Squirrel is Tiffani Mensch, artist, animal lover, and squirrel enthusiast living in Knoxville, Tennessee. Her favorite thing is painting watercolor pet portraits and other custom art that makes people smile. All furry, feathery, and scaly friends are welcome!
Holly Rainey is a Knoxville-based photographer & Marketing Director for a variety of local businesses. Holly is a part of the League of Scruffy Photographers and specializes in Street & Portrait Photography. She is a also a contributor to the 8th of August documentary project in Knoxville, Newport & Greeneville, Tennessee and published a book in collaboration with Black in Appalachia & East Tennessee PBS.
