How it all started...

In July of 2006, I became a mom. In search of a new normal, I decided to try painting on an old glass window I found, and I loved it.

I began collecting salvaged windows and mirrors to make up-cycled art. 

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What started as a hobby grew into a business - a successful one. I painted a set of glasses for my boss at the time and their popularity changed my focus to stemware.

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I named it Makikisart (mama and Aunt Kiki together) and jumped right into the local art scene.

Eventually, I added The Bipolar Butterfly Project to the business and the rest is history. I still adore Makikisart like my own child and find it a true escape where I can share my experiments and expression through all sort of mediums and classes around NE Ohio. 

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For more information or to shop Makikisart, visit me at any of the links below!