On Saturday, the final day of the Pacific Northwest College of Art’s Makers Market Event, almost 100 art students showcased their creations. Many of them engaged in conversation with interested clients and with one another while selling prints, ceramics, stickers, and other media.
According to Malina Buntin, a sophomore at the college who creates whimsical yet useful ceramicware, “having to sit there and tell people about things I made and how I made them has been a little scary.” However, I believe I’m growing accustomed to it.
The event in the college’s downtown facility was Buntin’s and many other artists’ first experience selling in a market, which is a crucial skill for many professional artists looking to launch their careers.
According to Dylan Mead, a senior who assisted in planning the event, it’s a lot of practical experience for the students. I think it’s critical that students understand how to sell their artwork.
With more than 90 artists taking part, Mead noted that this year’s Makers Market was nearly twice as large as the one from the previous year.
According to them, people have been having a great time interacting with the Portland community in addition to earning money from it.
Some artists were tabling for the first time at other parts of the festival.
As she sat next to her friend and fellow senior Audrey Shuman, senior Alex Lawson-Mangum stated, “We really wanted to do it this year because it was our last chance to participate.” A portrait of Chappell Roan, a scenario with a unicorn, and monsters from Dungeons & Dragons were among the dozens of vibrant, stylized illustrations on the table in front of them that drew inspiration from pop culture and mythology.
Shuman continued, “It’s just a great introduction to selling your own stuff.” I’m feeling more capable of organizing events in the future.
However, Shuman and Lawson-Mangum both characterized a professional artistic career as demanding and cutthroat. They believed that improving their marketing abilities before to graduation would help them in the post-school market.
Ceramics made by senior Heather Bruns (shown) were among the many forms of art on display during the event.As The Oregonian, Tatum Todd
Many students were thrilled about the idea of making things for a livelihood, despite the potential difficulties.
“I’ve always been drawn to the art path,” said Heather Bruns, a sophomore who creates functional ceramics and gothic-inspired cups. I was aware that I wanted to genuinely love and find fulfillment in my work, regardless of the career path I chose.
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