Thank you to all of the participants of Erie Makes 2023! This event would not be 
possible without our local makers and community partners. We greatly appreciate all of their time and hard work.
Brandon Borgia 
Brandon Borgia is a local self-taught artist of 10 years. He is a photographer and creates handmade furniture/décor using wood, resin, acrylic and metal. Visit his website https://borgiaartistrystudio.com/ to check out some of his work. Join him on Nov. 14th at 6pm for an Acrylic Pour class. Register Here. Watch his Maker Video to learn more about his craft. Maker Videos will be available starting on Nov. 13th.
Anush Dulgaryan Bruno 
Anush Dulgaryan Bruno has received her education and professional experience in Political Science and Public Administration. However, her love for creativity led her to exploring new realms of professional activity unleashing her artistic passion. Anush started her soap and skincare making company named Sealed by Nature in 2020 with a desire to show the world the artistic potential of soap making as a versatile form of media for Art. She believes in the perfect balance of beauty and healthy skincare. Her exceptional artistic approach to traditional soap making imbues skincare routines with a unique purpose and meaning, heightening the sensory experience of sight, smell, and touch. Check out her website Sealed by Nature. Join her on Nov. 14th at 5pm for an Soapmaking class. Register Here
Stacie Cragg - Tangent Signs Co. 
As a former math textbook writer, Stacie Cragg created Tangent Signs Co. to pursue her passions of designing, painting, and woodworking. She uses a mix of techniques, including vinyl, stencils, and freehand painting to create each custom piece.
Utilizing and uniting an assortment of her talents and passions to create and continue a small business has been one of her most rewarding accomplishments in life. She hopes to continue inspiring joy and developing connectedness throughout our community with each custom creation. To learn more, visit her Facebook or Instagram page. Join her on Nov. 18th for a Home Sweet Home Sign class, register here.
Sarah Brown-Millspaw 
Watercolor illustration artist Sarah Brown-Millspaw lives on a small farm outside of Westfield, NY. Passionate about nature, animals, and the joys of childhood, these themes often surface in her work. Brown-Millspaw has been creating art her whole life and has been painting full time since 2020. In recent years, turning her watercolor paintings into surface patterns and fabric designs has become an integral part of her creative process. Check our her website here. Join her on Nov. 16th for a Watercolor Flowers class, register here.
Toni M. Mazanowski 
Toni has been teaching in the Information Technology/Computer Information Systems field for almost 7 years, after working first hand in it for many more years prior. Toni has 3 degrees ranging from Security and Forensics, Computer Networking, and IT Management, plus many more certificates from various organizations. Toni is currently the FT IT/CIS Instructor for Erie County Community College of PA. Join her on Nov. 15th for a Website Design class, register here.
Max Blumish 
Max Blumish is a digital artist and educator, focusing on 3D design, animation and media. A self-taught artist, Max includes multiple disciplines in his approach. 3D printing, sculpting, painting, and photography are often included in his projects. Watch his Maker Video to learn more about his craft. Maker Videos will be available starting on Nov. 13th.
Matthew Allen 
Matt is a local engineer with a passion for making. He enjoys working with electronics, laser cutters, software programming, and knitting. He is a father of three children, who love to see what he makes. The family enjoys making with a variety of fiber arts together. Watch his Maker Video to learn more about his craft, knitting. Maker Videos will be available starting on Nov. 13th.
James Pearson 
James is a self-taught maker who handcrafts his own string instruments. He has made ukuleles, violins, cellos and guitars, all in his home workshop. He prefers using local or repurposed wood to make his instruments. Watch his Maker Video to learn more about his craft. Maker Videos will be available starting on Nov. 13th.
John Fleming - Icons Unlimited 
John Fleming is a local cosplayer and prop maker. John uses both EVA foam and 3D printed items to make his props and costumes. His love for pop culture, mainly the Marvel and DC universes, inspired him to make large-scale props for people to enjoy at community events. Watch his Maker Video to learn more about his craft. Maker Videos will be available starting on Nov. 13th. Check out his Facebook page, Icons Unlimited, to see his work and to see which events he will be at next.
Studio Blu 
Studio Blu is a 3D Design and Media company focused on empowering individuals, artists and businesses within the community. Located within PACA, we are always on the lookout for opportunities to strengthen the Erie arts community and build relationships with Erie residents and artists. From designing and printing custom tools for ceramicists to producing video for local non-profits, there is a lot we have to offer artists and institutions, but also those curious to learn about design and media. Join them on Nov. 16th for the The Wonderful World of 3D class.
Inner-City Neighborhood Art House
The Inner-City Neighborhood Art House provides a safe, nourishing and caring environment for youth after school and during the summer. Youth ages 7-18 who live in Erie's inner city are invited to attend the Neighborhood Art House at no cost for instruction in the visual, performing, and literary arts, and in environmental action. The Art House also offers daytime classes for homeschool students and daytime, evening and weekend classes for adult students. For more information visit their website. Join them on Nov. 18th for an Art Stars craft, register here.
Next Chapters
Next Chapters is a company dedicated to helping authors write and publish novels in any genre. If you join their writing platform, you can see some of the works in progress, find a novel to join, or start out writing a book of your own! They will have multiple sessions of their Let's Start Creating Your Next Novel! program. View the schedule of events tab for times and dates.
Claytopia
Claytopia is Erie, PA’s pottery painting studio. This DIY studio is located in the West Erie Plaza. They offer hundreds of functional and stylish ceramic choices. Join them on Erie Makes for a Paint a Tile session - check our schedule tab for registration information. For more information about Claytopia, visit their website. Register for their paint a tile program here.
Erie Center for Arts & Technology
ECAT offers adult career training programs and afterschool arts programs for teens. These programs are offered at no cost to residents of Erie County. ECAT’s table will display student made videogames created during their Teen Arts afterschool program. Each game features a retro 16-bit style and uses handmade joystick controllers. To learn more about what ECAT has to offer visit their website. Take a tour of their facility on Nov. 18th from 11am-1pm.
Grounded Printshop
Grounded Printshop is an interdisciplinary, contemporary print and papermaking shop/ artist residency located in Erie. Their goal is to provide creative space to explore new ideas and perspectives. They have drawer and cubby space as well as private studios and open unfinished areas to get messy and explore BIG ideas. For more information visit their website. Register for their Stamp It! class on Nov. 18th here.
Community Access Media
Community Access Media is an independent nonprofit corporation that administers the public access channel on Spectrum Cable Channel 1021, VNET Fiber Channel 2, Apple TV, Roku, and Video On Demand at Camerie.org. Its mission is to provide media access to the Erie community. Community Access Media gives people and organizations the tools that they need to get their unique messages across to their intended audiences. Learn more about other classes CAM offers on their website. They will be offering a bunch of podcasting sessions at their location on Nov. 17th and Nov. 18th. Please call the Blasco Library reference desk at 451-6927 to register for a session. Their location is 142 W 12th St, Erie, PA 16501.
Whitethorn Games 
We’re an indie game publisher focusing on pleasant, easy going games that can be played in pieces, that require no special skills or knowledge and that anyone can pick up and play. We’re believers in accessibility, inclusion, and widening the audience that gets to play. We like to consider ourselves the defenders of easy games. While our games might challenge you, they’ll respect your time, they’ll make sure you can play, and most importantly, they’ll never punish you. Learn more at whitethorngames.com. Take a tour of their location on Nov. 17th from 5-8pm. Whitethorn Games: 11 E 12th Street, Erie, PA 16501
Lake Erie Woodworks
Lake Erie Woodworks is owned by Armando Reyes, a local craftsman who has been building furniture and wooden goods since 2008. He then created the Lake Erie School of Woodworking: a center for learning and advancing the art and craft of woodworking, based in Erie, PA. They offer classes and video workshops. Learn more about them on their website.
Erie Art Museum 
The Erie Art Museum is one of the region’s great cultural treasures, presenting quality exhibitions and a rich array of programming. Located in downtown Erie, the Museum holds a collection of more than 8,000 objects. The Museum has a wide range of offers including lecture series, educational programs, and artists’ services including interdisciplinary and interactive school tours and a growing number of workshops and community events. The museum also coordinates Gallery Nights throughout the year highlighting the growing art-scene in Erie County. The mission of the Erie Art Museum is to maintain an institution of excellence dedicated to the promotion and advancement of the visual arts by developing and maintaining a quality art collection, encouraging art in all its forms, fostering lifelong art learning, and building community among artists, art students and the public. To learn more about the Erie Art Museum visit their website.