Represented Artists

Animas Artisans

Animas Artisans

Wood, Concrete, Metal

Dylan McClain and Dalton Bevill started Animas Artisans in the spring of 2022. They strive to bring people’s visions to reality in their artisan design and fabrication studio. Both of them have years of experience working with steel, concrete, and wood. They have discovered the infinite possibilities that can arise with a knowledge of a wide variety of materials. Dylan, a Durango native, is a mechanical engineer with a passion for problem solving and design. Dalton, originally from Nebraska, grew up on a ranch and has a love for working with his hands. They consistently work side by side pushing each other to learn, grow, and explore new possibilities.
Andy Glover

Andy Glover

Glass Art

Since an early age Andy wanted to learn about glass. He found his way into hot glass through apprenticeships and a little luck. When not in the studio he’s usually outside enjoying trails or climbing rocks. Often contemplating our mysterious reality he works to channel the essence of nature into his peices, with the goal of translating that beauty into functional decorative objects to enhance your moments and cohabitate your spaces.  
Riley Wanzek

Riley Wanzek

Scavenge Plastic

I first became interested in post-consumer plastic recycling while working on a studio project for my Architecture degree at MSU Bozeman. This project was situated in the beautiful but challenging context of Gardiner, MT. The driving concept behind the project was to use plastic waste from Yellowstone National Park as building material to create affordable faculty housing for teachers of the local school district. Currently Scavenge Plastic creates versatile and customizable material from 100% locally sourced, post-consumer plastic waste. Scav. has organized clean-up efforts, with significant amounts of HDPE scavenged from roadways, river banks, and other sensitive contexts as essential material used for current product development and research.

Jenn Rawling

Jenn Rawling

Artist

Jenn Rawling is a studio artist from Durango, CO who focuses her creativity on painting, print making, song writing, & medicine making.  She is inspired by natural forms, botanicals, being outside, & the elements. She also hand prints her designs on useful goods such as tea towels, shirts, aprons, & tote bags.

Sheryl Lock

Sheryl Lock

Artist

I create functional home items using Organic Cotton fabrics. I enjoy rust dying methods and creating color on fabric, I carve my own stamps, and try to out bully the sewing machine. I made an array of hand stamped Tea Towels, baby blankets, throw blankets, pillow covers, and up-cycled sweater handbags

 

Makenna Cooper

Makenna Cooper

Potter

Makena is a local potter whose work is inspired by the Southwest and the world around us. Many of her pieces showcase designs with vivid colors, the dynamic spirit of the desert, and patterns that draw the eye. Creating pottery helps her develop a deep connection to the natural and cultural landscapes that inspire her. She is from Colorado and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Studio Art from Fort Lewis College. 

 

Anne Beach

Anne Beach

Artist

Anne is a self taught mixed media artist who embraces the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi;
a way of living that focuses on finding beauty in the imperfect and peaceful acceptance of the
impermanent.
Anne loves to reclaim, repurpose and re-love small furniture pieces, frames, lamps and trays
with a strong inclination for chairs. She appreciates inspirational words and whimsical images.
She’s passionate about art and community; served as executive director for arts focused
organizations for many years. Now she contributes her event planning and orchestration skills
to the Cortez Cultural Center.