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Ricky Chenoweth

My name is Ricky, I go by the stage name of RC online and on social media, I work in a variety of mediums ranging from, water colors, pencil, ink, and my personal favorite graphic design and editing. I’ve been an artist for around 7 years now and actually got my start at the Chesapeake Arts Center. There I was able to show case dozens of works which helped boost my name and talent in my hometown allowing me to win awards and be published my multiple newspaper and online companies. Over the years I have earn the titles of Pop, Surrealist and Abstract artist which summarizes the vast variety of art works I am able to do.

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Robyn Holl

Robyn Marie Holl lives in Nottingham, MD, north of Baltimore.  She works as a Program Director for Art Works Now in Hyattsville, MD. She is an active artist demonstrating energetic movement in her acrylic paintings. Robyn has invested a significant amount of her art-making time to the medium of collage.  Jewelry is her third passion as she explores chakra energy with gemstones.  Robyn’s shop consists of a variety of products including art cards, art books, jewelry, along with paintings and collages.

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Nick Cane

Nick Cane is a graphic designer and father of two dogs. He’s currently living in Laurel, Maryland and creates text-based wall décor. His designs blend the aesthetics of modern graphic design and simple materials of felt and canvas. His designs are minimal and clean, but commissions take any form. He’s also freelances and creates digital art.

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Scott Clarke

Scott Clarke is an artist, painter, illustrator, and writer. He is also an art teacher/instructor at Anne Arundel Community College, MD HALL, Creating Communities, and Anne Arundel County Department of Aging.

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Alexis Adel and Winter Noel Joy

Alexis Adel is an artist, entrepreneur, screenwriter and proud mother of three beautiful souls, who decided to create a series of journals to empower and uplift others. These works were crafted while homeless during a global pandemic and realizing now more than ever it is imperative for all humans to take excellent care of themselves despite the circumstances. 

Winter Noel Joy is a model, actress, photographer and entrepreneur. Winter crafted this project  hoping that you will take a moment to breath, relax, take a walk, look at nature and leave your thoughts  in this  photo journal. Your mental health matters. Her journal is full of photos Winter took while house hunting and soul searching as a tween in the middle of global pandemic.

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Nicole Padre

Nicole "Tring" Padre is a visual artist who is inspired by personal growth and motherhood. She loves to explore color, shape, and texture in her art while being a woman and mother in the 21st century. Her paintings reflect the flow of energy in nature and her crafts strive to promote healing and self-love. When she isn’t creating art, Ms. Padre can be found visiting boba tea shops with her husband and chasing after two kids and Shiba Inus.

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HRP Design

Holly Porter is a local artist that has 20 years of experience working with glass. She creates pieces made from resin, fused glass, and recycled wine bottles.

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Ashley Reid

I'm a licensed therapist with an art therapy education. My favorite part of being a therapist is to witness the client’s process whether it be art-making or talk therapy. I value process over product, simply meaning that being present in the moment is the work, not the finished art product or “homework”. I enjoy helping others express themselves through art and I love to use art as a way to explore, learn and heal.

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The Color of Pretty by Michelle Williams

Hailing from the Charm City known as Baltimore, MD; Michelle E. Williams was always a natural born leader. She led an exciting and adventurous childhood that was also filled with complicated memories and loneliness. Michelle persevered and earned a B.S. in Business and Healthcare Administration at Sojourner Douglass College. She went on to complete her graduate education at Towson University with an earned dual Masters in Human Resource Management and Public Administration.

The Color of Pretty by Michelle Williams is a fictional novel that touches on colorism, insecurity, lack of confidence, and self-esteem. The book synopsis: Faced with life challenges of not feeling loved, being bullied, and never feeling good enough; Lola decided to take her life into her own hands.  Despite her struggles, she chose happiness over self-doubt.  She began reflecting as she embarked on her journey of healing.  But will she leave her past traumas behind?  Discover how her melanin guided her to realize that the color of pretty was instilled inside of her all along.

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Kate FitzGerald

Kate FitzGerald is a local artist residing in Shady Side Md. As a resident of South County she captures the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay region and embraces all that is has to offer. Her artwork reflects her passion for the water. Kate uses watercolor, acrylic and pastels to create art pieces that will accentuate your home. She also take photographs of the Bay Area and has a particular interest in coastal birds.

Tom Rostkowski

Tom Rostkowski finds himself drawn to art pottery and that has had an effect on my work. He is currently making handmade decorated boxes and tiles. He very much enjoys the process of cutting the clay, assembling the boxes, and then decorating them, as well as the tiles. Tom truly get lost in the process.

Symone Hardy

Symone Hardy is an abstract artist that will allow you to think before telling you what's being seen. Her artwork is an out of the world experience that people love to view.

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Jamie Love

Jamie Love expresses her love of life using acrylics to create fun, whimsical paintings to spread joy and happiness. She has painted and used mixed media to create 5 art cars, one of which she currently drives.

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Maggie Maed It

Hello there! My name is Maggie Mae. I am from Glen Burnie and the artist of Maggie Maed It. Here to share the art off my walls, on to yours! Specializing in abstract and contemporary styles generally working in acrylic paint and various mixed media. Current work available in a range of sizes and a variety of surfaces

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Monica Herber

Monica Herber is an artist with a passion for finding the internal beauty of people and the world around her. She has a B.A. in Architecture from Virginia Polytechnic and State University and decades of experience as an arts program administrator. She believes in using art as a tool to empower herself and the community. Monica’s art is about process and movement from one moment to the next. It is an expression of her relationship with an idea, source energy, materials, and the momentum of creating. Inspired by challenging the viewers’ perspective of certain archetypes whether that is with the use of color, material, cultural symbols, or stereotypes, Monica seeks to bring positive change and the power of creative freedom

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Anne Arundel County Fire Department

The Anne Arundel County Fire Department will be providing fire safety and prevention information for the community as well as fire helmets and coloring books for any kids in your family. 

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Earthbound Books

Earthbound Books seeks to inspire wonder for the outdoors through educational content about Earth’s amazing natural heritage. Wild Wonders is their first book series that explores unique ecosystems and incredible wildlife that nature lovers of all ages will enjoy.

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The Anne Arundel County Public Library

The Anne Arundel County Public Library offers over a million items for check out and priceless resources for our community. Our mission is to educate, enrich, and inspire. 

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School of Magic Arts

School of Magic Arts was founded in 2017 by professional magicians Brian M. Kehoe (he/him) and Annie Montone (she/her). Since then, SOMA has grown into a 365 day-a-year virtual stage magic school that offers group classes, camps, workshops, and private lessons. At School of Magic Arts, we believe that the best way to learn magic is to perform it (yes, even virtually!). Students are rewarded for their commitment to the art of stage magic by "leveling up" as they ascend through the ranks of our curriculum and perform in our shows. Whether they're with us for one lesson or several years, they'll gain the skills, confidence, and community they need to succeed

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Papillon Ridge Soap Company

Maria has been making artisan soap and body products since 2019, focusing on using eco-conscious, quality ingredients and simple recipes in small batches. She happily includes botanicals and herbs she grows herself in her suburban VA garden, as well as from other local farmers. PRSC name was inspired by her beloved papillon dog, Sticky Buns. She's a member of the Handmade Cosmetics and Soap Guild and loves learning new techniques to add to her repertoire. Before discovering soap making, she was a professional speechwriter in DC. She lives in Alexandria with her husband and daughter and manages an alumni association in her spare time.

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Aunt Dude Does It!

Aunt Dude Does It! is a small shop selling gifts for kids and adults. Party decorations and favors, t-shirts, candles, banners, and other fun custom creations! I am a proud alumni of Brooklyn Park Middle School and I'm excited to share my creativity with the community!

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Ray’s Rags

Rays Rags creates range of cozy, fun and practical crocheted goods. From blankets to hats, toys to home goods, you're sure to find the special something to cuddle up!

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Patreats Boutique

Hi my name is Patrice and I’m the owner of Patreats Boutique. Patreats is a soap shop that started as a way to cope during the shutdown due to the COVID pandemic. What started out as a hobby quickly became a business due to the interest I started receiving. We currently sell soaps, exfoliating scrubs, bath salts, and wax melts. 

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Xander & Olive Jewelry

Xander & Olive Jewelry is a handmade gemstone jewelry brand out of Catonsville, MD by Antoinette Morales. Each piece is handmade using genuine stones like Ethiopian Opal, Herkimer Diamond, and Moonstone, alongside sterling silver and filled metal findings. 

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Ashmo Jewelry And Accessories

Ashley J Designer and owner of Ashmo Jewelry And Accessories which represents being artfully authentic and soulfully sophisticated. All of her designs are handmade and one of a kind. Her Inspirations are Art, Culture, and Nature. Community is also at the core of her business. When she is not designing Jewelry she is connecting her passion with her purpose through her Affirmation Design Workshops. Her passion is Inspiring others to embrace what makes them beautifully unique. Her mission is to make everyone feel special through her one of a kind Designs. She believes Jewelry is wearable Art which tells a story and highlights the beauty and uniqueness of its wearer. One of her most beloved designs are her Affirmation Bracelets which represents strength, beauty, and love.”

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Lax & Lux Candles

Lax & Lux Candles offers products that cater to your sense of smell. Our mission is to create Eco-friendly products that cater to the sense of smell through unique aromatic fragrance blends that are relaxing and create luxurious experiences. Through this process, we hope to transform the mood and aura of our Tribe to be one that is you.

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Blameless Ethiopian

Blameless Ethiopian is a crystal gift shop that makes jewelry and art out of semi precious stones in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Alphee I Arts

Alphee | Arts is a handmade business bringing arts and crafts to the 21st century. Using a mix of traditional crafts and fabrication technology, Alphee | Arts provides products and experiences that showcase arts & crafts in new and fun ways.

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Nurse With The Tea Boutique

My name is Christina, I am a full-time registered nurse, wife and mother. I enjoy traveling, dancing, and good food. In the midst of a pandemic I never imaged I would be starting my own small business crafting. I discovered I had a talent and passion for creating unique gifts after a simple conversation with a friend, led me to do research into the crafting business. 

Nurses continue to learn throughout their careers to gain knowledge so they can competently fulfill their scope of practice and standards of care. As a crafter, I seek to learn new things to grow my business, and look forward to the day when I can open my very own custom gift shop.

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SugaSweet LLC

Hi I’m Cierra-Marie. I started this brand called SugaSweet since the age of 14. I specialize in natural simple skin care products. Routines for all skin types. Simply. Soft. SugaSweet. 

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Chrissed Chrossed LLC

Chrissed Chrossed LLC is a creative art and well-being studio founded in Capital Heights, MD, by Christa Hall. Chrissed Chrossed (CXC) aims to create a safe space for creativity by incorporating well-being and self-care into arts and crafts. Christa identifies and a black cartoonist and abstract artist specializing in Afrocentric art. Her preferred medium is acrylic and has recently expanded within the epoxy resin. 

Christa firmly believes art comes from the soul; whatever happens inside will be projected on your canvas. So sometimes you may feel a bit Chrissed Chrossed with where the journey of life is taking you, but when it doubt, paint your feelings out. Always Remember “MY ART IS LOVELY AS I AM” 

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Janessa Marie Designs

Catonsville based jewelry designer, Janessa Manning has been creating jewelry for the past 18 years as Janessa Marie Designs. She is first and foremost a rock collector who fell in love with the idea of bringing her treasures with her. She is constantly on the look out for unique gemstones created by the greatest artist, Mother Nature. She creates jewelry where the setting can display the stone’s natural beauty without distracting from it.

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Peace and Love by Queens

Peace and Love by Queens was established in 2021 by two friends with one passion. We help embrace creative lifestyles by curating personalized decor, crafts and designs for the home, car, or business.

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The AngelWing Project

Angela Wilson is the  founder and CEO of the AngelWing Project, Inc.   She leads the non-profit organization in their mission to “positively impact the community by providing uplifting, entertaining shows and events to inspire appreciation for and participation in the arts.”  She is a producer, director, an award-winning  playwright;  a creative artist with a vision.   Since the inception of the AngelWing Project, the journey has been nothing short of amazing. The AngelWing Project has touched many lives since its beginning in 2015.

The AngelWing Project is now in residence at the Chesapeake Arts Center and collaborate on many projects. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused AWP to be more innovative, looking at ways to perform and offer programming in an online format. Angela says that she is out here trying to make the world a better place through art and giving back. She believes she offers a unique perspective in her art  that people can easily relate to. While there is nothing new under the sun; she believes that what makes someone a true artist is that he or she is  always finding new and different ways to express life.

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The Community of Hope

Our mission is to assess community human services needs and identify gaps in service, convene a neutral group of diverse stakeholders to build partnerships and develop solutions, fund services for children and families by leveraging State funding and increasing local resources to reduce poverty within our Brooklyn Park Community of Hope.

Meet the Director -

Mizetta Wilson is a nonprofit management professional who currently serves as The Community of Hope Director in Brooklyn Park, MD.  In this role, Mizetta is responsible for leading project teams in the design, development and implementation of new initiatives.  Additionally, she convenes stakeholder meetings, connects resource providers and community. 

Prior to coming to Maryland, Mizetta served in several roles in New York City Public Schools including Community School Director for Rockaway High School in Queens, NY and a Dean of Students at Uncommon Schools Brownsville Collegiate. Over the last twenty years, Mizetta has provided leadership to programs supporting Youth and Families. Mizetta also gained extensive program development experience with the Harlem Children’s Zone.
She is a graduate of the Milano School of International Affairs, Management, and Urban Policy, she holds a B.S Degree in liberal Arts from Marymount Manhattan College

Baltimore Broken Glass

Baltimore Broken Glass is building beauty from broken pieces of our system. We use 100% of sales to help the South Baltimore Community Land Trust create a just transition to Zero Waste in Baltimore that directly benefits communities, workers and our environment. Buy something beautiful and help build youth and community led change at the same time.

Learn more at www.sbclt.org. All of our items are made with lead free solder.

Greater Baybrook Alliance, Inc.

Greater Baybrook Alliance is non-profit community development corporation, responsible for a wide range of community building, neighborhood revitalization, and issue advocacy leadership for the South Baltimore peninsula. In 2016, stakeholders from the Brooklyn, Curtis Bay, and Brooklyn Park neighborhoods convened to create the Greater Baybrook Vision and Action Plan, a long-term revitalization roadmap addressing housing, economic development, transportation, quality of life, and other opportunities in our communities. We work collaboratively to bring the community's vision to life. 

Learn more at www.greaterbaybrookalliance.org

Hon’s Honey

Created and maintained by The Well, Hon's Honey is a social enterprise dedicated to giving dignity and purpose to women survivors of addiction, sex trafficking, generational poverty, and trauma.

Our natural, honey-based goods help to support our missions by providing women an opportunity to rediscover their value, identity and created purpose. We desire to employ, equip, and encourage women survivors as they establish new skills, gain financial independence, and experience the hope of healing.

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S.T.A.R., Ltd. (Supporting the Arts in Relay, Ltd.)

Serving the Arts in Catonsville since 2000 and in partnership with Chesapeake Arts Center since 2021, S.T.A.R, Ltd. provides opportunities for creative growth, personal development, and leadership in the visual and performing arts for youth and young adults in the Baltimore-D.C. region through musical theatre workshops. S.T.A.R. Kids is a one-week exploratory program introducing musical theatre to ages 4-9. In S.T.A.R., Jr. participants ages 8-14 spend three weeks rehearsing a show while also learning elements of theatre tech including set building, prop creation, costuming, and backstage etiquette. S.T.A.R. YA is a summer musical theatre workshop for Young Adults, ages 14-19. During this program, participants will rehearse a full-scale production that culminates in 4-6 performances over two weekends

Learn more at https://www.starltd.org.