~ a professional fellowship of Arizona Makers & Artisans ~

Community

"Taking care of the artist behind the business."

Resources

"Giving you all the tools & connections you need."

Solutions

"Collaborating to achieve your dreams."

We are small-business owners crafting our wares by hand locally in the gorgeous State of Arizona. 

Our Vision

We crave a strong & vibrant maker community in beautiful Arizona.

Our Mission

We want to help each local artisan thrive & achieve their personal business goals.  
​One step at a time.
We create community, resources & solutions
​for local art-repreneurs.

Community

Taking care of the artist behind the business.

It can be lonely in your studio.

​So hard to do it all, by yourself, all the time.  We know.
We offer face-to-face support and comradery to local artisans and makers, to encourage the growth and development of your very individual & unique professional and business goals.  A place to create, learn, and thrive in Arizona.
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It's All About ~ Real People
​The reality is that the web is full of blogs and free, un-vetted information and ideas.  But that really is just not enough to bring everything to LIFE.  That's why we are committed to regular, in-person Meet-Ups with diverse peers and experts to help  you grow your business. 
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​Find your Community
Learn more about other Arizona artisans and makers, like you, in our Collective.     Then, become a Member.   Join the Collective.

Resources

Giving you all the tools & connections you need.

You are talented at your craft - it's all you. And what you love.

​But now... you are in business.  
​Now what? 
So Many Questions.  So Much Overwhelm!
"Where to start?  What to focus on?  When to get help?  Where to print business cards - and how to nail that logo and tag line?  Which shows?  Should I even be doing retail shows?  E-commerce seems so much easier - but which site to use.... Are my products priced well?..."  

​Phew!  

We've all been there.  Read a little about the "why" behind the Collective here.
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​Don't Re-invent The Wheel!
Just because you work in your own studio and create most everything with your own two hands, doesn't mean you need to start or run your business on your own. Tap the community of artisans in our collective ~ Get input ~ Ask questions ~  Get resources.

Did you know that we have THE Retail Shows & Markets Event Calendar in the State?  Most comprehensive and detailed you will find.  Members have access.
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Solutions

Collaborating to achieve
​your dreams.

​Workshops, programs, consulting to get you to where you want to be.
​Our plans are big and bold.  We invite you to join us to share the vision!

We can help you with your business concept, branding, marketing, pricing, e-commerce, retail shows, wholesaling, goal setting, budgeting, and - yes - even business planning.  All the things that you don't really want to think about, but should.  
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​Hello! - my name is Miriam and I am extremely passionate about helping makers achieve their dreams.  

Plus, I know a little about business & finance.  I spent decades in corporate finance  in Silicon Valley & the NFL before I jumped ship to be an artist full-time at Baldur Studios where I craft handmade glass and metal.   I wrote a little blog post about the "why" behind this Collective, if you are curious.
This has essentially been a one-woman show for the first year.  But we are making progress in leaps and bounds now because we have a community of creative, smart, and dedicated staff who are helping to make all this goodness happen.  Gratitude and love to all of you.  This couldn't happen without you.

​Business Resource Center
Our Business Resource Center is located in the Fashion & Business Resource Innovation Center ("FABRIC") @ Mill & University in downtown Tempe.  Stop by to talk about your business challenges, get connected, and start working on that dream!
Grotto Gallery 
Opening for the first time in the fall of 2017, we are excited to feature the work and inspiration of local, emerging Arizona artisans.  Our exhibit process focuses on promoting the work of these local creatives while at the same time partnering with each artist to help bring their brand and art-repreneur business to the next level.

Now What?

We offer several ways to connect and take steps toward your
art-repreneurial dreams...  
Let's do this!


​Membership

Basic membership is FREE.  
Get access to **Member Services**.


​Facebook Group

Join the discussion.  
​Start a discussion.

​News, Tid Bits, & Inspiration

Our occasional newsletter.  Never miss a new market, workshop, or blog post.


​Meet-Ups

FREE Meet-Ups around the State bringing you best practices & tips.

Business Resource Center

Located in downtown Tempe.
​Stop by to say hello and chat.


​Give us a Shout !

Call.  Email.  Letter.  
We look forward to saying hello.​

Grotto Gallery
Opening for the first time in the fall of 2017, we are excited to feature the work and inspiration of local, emerging Arizona artisans.  Our exhibit process focuses on promoting the work of these local creatives while at the same time partnering with each artist to help bring their brand and art-repreneur business to the next level.