2022 Ski Babes Gift & Giving Guide:
Art & Jewelry
Art Inspired by the Outdoors in Alaska by Kristin Link
Kristin Link is an artist and science illustrator based in McCarthy, AK. She makes art inspired by the natural world around us and sells prints, greeting cards, and other goods in her Etsy shop Nizina Naturals. Her 2023 calendar is a popular gift and celebrates the outside world throughout the seasons.
Summer Bee Clay mugs, stickers, & more
Summer Bee Clay is based in Richmond Virginia and makes mugs, pottery, totes, and stickers with gorgeous nature-y themes. Perfect for decorating helmets and water bottles, and for early morning pre-adventure coffees.
Nature-inspired Photography from Still Mountain Studios
Maria Fernandez is Latinapreneur and aspiring conservation photographer from Southern Oregon, who loves capturing Nature and wildlife scenes while playing in the outdoors. She is often inspired by pollinators (of every kind), wildflowers, mountains, and small people in big spaces. Her mission is to spark a connection with Nature through sharing her experiences of beauty and joy in the outdoors.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: https://stillmountainstudios.pixieset.com/fywforyourwall/
Handmade Clay Earrings from Stinky Wolf Designs
Stinky Wolf Designs is inspired by the explorations of Alaska by Allie Pratt Sargent and her 'stinky' wolf (sled dog), TJ. All earrings are made of polymer clay. Each color is hand mixed and no 2 pairs are identical! Every piece is lightweight, durable, and built to withstand all your favorite outdoor activities!
Rotating designs are available online or in-store at the Hoarding Marmot in Anchorage!
Original Art by Hailey Thompson
Original artwork - all price ranges, prints, outdoor clothing, stickers and more!
Website: watercolorwoods.com
Andi Sigsbey Art
Andi's abstract landscapes are full of texture and color to brighten up your heart and home.
Naanaaruaq Creations
Marissa 'Naanaaruaq' Vinberg is a Sugpiaq, Unanagax, and mixed European artist living in Anchorage on the traditional homelands of the Dena'ina. Her beadwork and jewelry is infused with elements from her Alaska Native roots, nature, and pop culture. She utilizes materials, such as beads, fish skins, furs, porcupine quills, dentalium shells, and leather/hide. Marissa will be at her first in-person market this December 3rd at the Alaska Native Heritage Center's Holiday Bazaar! Come say hi and check out her work in-person!
Website: NaanaaruaqCreations.com
Zawadisha - handcrafted gifts that support micro-lending in Kenya
Check out the non-profit Zawadisha's Social Good Marketplace. Their shop sells sophisticated, handmade goods from Africa that fund micro-loans to women in Kenya.
Website: http://www.zawadisha.org/
Alyssa Enriquez Photography
Alyssa Enriquez is a photo-based artist and arts educator residing in Fairbanks, Alaska. Alyssa completed her MFA in Photography at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and earned her BFA in Fine Art Photography from Academy of Art University in San Francisco, California.
Her most recent work subtly investigates social ecology in the subarctic, through the utilization of historic photographic processes to create vignettes of place, the sublime, and human impact on the landscape.
Website: www.alyssaenriquez.com
Old Pine Candle Company
Soy candles handmade in a little studio in Evergreen, CO. Women-led, inspired by nature, focused on sustainability.
Website:https://www.oldpinecandleco.com/
Collage Art Prints Made From Vintage Books and Magazines
Kady of LadyKadyArt creates unique, often-surreal collage art using materials from salvaged vintage magazines and books.
Custom cyanotype art and digital designs also available.
SecondaryDominants: Handcrafted floral, metal, and whimsical works
Responsibly, hand forged foliage from around the United States, dried, preserved, and turned into jewelry and wall hangings. Treat yourself or a loved one to a pair of Bellium Daisy studs from the Rocky Mountain region, or some delicate Driftless Region Oak Fern danglers. All orders will be processed within 2 business days and shipped utilizing the US Postal Service with a tracking number. Local orders can be picked up in Fort Collins, CO for a 5% discount and with shipping and handling fees removed!
Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SecondaryDominants?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
