Minnesota Artist

From her own botanical paintings to the coaching she provides artists and artisans, Lara Cornell challenges her community to consider the long-term impact of their work. Impact includes eco-impact, social justice, equality, biodiversity, and economic questions. Lara disrupts the myth of the starving artist in order to empower creatives to found sustainable, economically-sound businesses that make the world a little more fair. 

Meet Jamie Bowser, a self-taught wood and 3-D paper artist from Faribault, MN. She designs and creates her laser cut designs from her workshop in their historic farmhouse home.

Meet Laura Merino-Franco of Primitiva Jewelry and learn about her conscientious approach to jewelry making. “I feel a responsibility to create ethically and from a place of clear intent,” reflected Laura.

Mattie Ernst of Earnest Threads uses a bit of magic to allow nature to literally leave its mark on vibrant silk scarves, wool felt earrings, wool coasters and cozies, and art prints.