James Whipple, also known as Jimi, has been married to Zettie Whipple for six years and resides in Brooklyn Park, Maryland. He shares his home with a cat named Edgar. While his full-time job may be uneventful, his personal interests are quite the opposite. Jimi has a passion for crafting and do-it-yourself (DIY) projects, including sewing, painting, and recently, screen printing. He's been immersed in punk music and fashion for about 25 years and is a seasoned musician, playing bass (upright and electric) for 22 years. He also runs a small business called Punkrawkstuff.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiJanuary 4, 2024Chesapeake Arts Centermakerspace, maker, artist, leather, STEAM

Instructor Spotlight: Benjamin Dysart

Benjamin Dysart is originally from Oxford, Ohio, a college town near Cincinnati. Benjamin earned a BFA in Studio Art from Miami University and an MFA from the Rinehart School of Sculpture at MICA. Dysart’s professional work involves creating installations that utilize handmade objects to obscure and abstract projected video. “I am deeply interested in the power objects hold and their push and pull on the world around them,” says Dysart. Woodworking, particularly crafting cutting boards, boxes, and bowls, is a significant part of their creative practice, along with lathework, mainly focusing on bowls and lidded boxes.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiJanuary 4, 2024Chesapeake Arts Centermakerspace, maker, artist, leather, STEAM

Meet the Maker with Stephanie Alphee

Stephanie Alphee is the driving force behind Alphee Arts. She's an educator, creator, and entrepreneur, harnessing her love for crafting and technology to inspire and assist fellow makers. With nearly a decade of experience, Stephanie has dedicated herself to introducing young minds to the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) through interactive experiences. Today, she leverages her extensive background in teaching and community involvement to empower a diverse range of makers, whether they're kids, do-it-yourself enthusiasts, or budding entrepreneurs, by involving them in the exciting manufacturing journey.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiOctober 19, 2023Chesapeake Arts Centermakerspace, maker, artist, leather, STEAM

In the Studio with Artist Becky Borlan

Becky Borlan is a Baltimore-based public artist known for her large-scale installations that use light and color to inspire wonder and playfulness. She approaches her art with childlike curiosity, experimenting with various materials and color theory to create vibrant and whimsical works. With a background in public art dating back to 2009, including collaborations with artists like Janet Echelman and Steven Weitzman, she has developed a passion for large-scale sculptures and suspended artworks

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiSeptember 21, 2023Chesapeake Arts Centermakerspace, maker, artist, sculpture, public art

In the Studio with Artist and Instructor Chris Potts

Chris Potts, a burgeoning watercolor artist painting for the past four years, wields color and brush with finesse. His sweeping landscapes evoke a private serenity in his works. His pieces have graced galleries and shows regionally and in Annapolis, earning acclaim from both peers and enthusiasts. A new educator at Chesapeake Arts Center, Chris shares his learned skills, nurturing budding artists.

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiSeptember 20, 2023Chesapeake Arts Centermakerspace, maker, artist, sculpture, public art

In the Studio with Instructor and Artist Maks Prykhodko

Originally from the Ukraine, Maks emigrated to the US in the early 2000’s. He pursued a BFA in Music Composition & Technology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He joined the Milwaukee Makerspace to extend his skills in electronics and rapid prototyping technologies, and learned how to laser cut. After moving to Baltimore in 2018, he attended UMBC to acquire his MFA In Intermedia and Digital Arts. Now, he manages the MakerSpace here at CAC and teaches courses in digital fabrication. Here’s some of his story:

In the StudioNicole MogyorosiJanuary 25, 2023Chesapeake Arts Centermakerspace, instructor, maker

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