Indiana Artisan

08/31/2026

Once a year, Indiana Artisan evaluates art and food from makers who want their work designated Indiana Artisan, meaning it is the best of Hoosier craftsmanship. Congratulations to these 7 makers whose art now carries the honor: Adam Boyle, sculpture; , glass; Tom and Heather Deno and Todd Dobbels, wood; Ronda Fischer Art, watercolors; Gail Grasse, leather; and Miller, photography. We are proud to have their work carrying the Indiana Artisan flag.

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08/20/2026

News you can use. National Heritage Responders and FEMA offer free advice on salvaging personal art collections and family heirlooms that are damaged during disasters, including the recent floods. FMI:

08/18/2026

Wayne Gaydos long ago made a name for himself in the world of handcrafted string instruments. Did you know he’s added clay garden art to his portfolio? The Farmland, Indiana, artist finds that the malleable medium suits his evolving style as he ages. His work is characterized by careful craftsmanship and a commitment to environmental sustainability, with all materials sourced from Indiana businesses, fostering local traditions and practices.

“Indiana’s heritage is mostly about agriculture, and my art reflects that and the need to sometimes assist nature to make sure it's around for future generations,” he explains. Outdoor garden/patio lights attract moths that pollinate nearby plants, as well as toads. Bee hotels attract and encourage native, pollinating non-harmful bees to nest for next season. Bird feeders help the migrating birds feed. Find Wayne’s piece at Indiana Artisan Gifts & Gallery in the Carmel Arts & Design District. Read more about him here: indianaartisan.org/artisans/wayne-gaydos-2/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTxV5BwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5DsactSbOIHwLTn27I_uHgxJCLeBzswN-VcBSAQSouB3kKbL7ZpZzuykNJ4Q_aem_0ohAZvP1BmkTk0hkDzM8qw

08/15/2026

Hoosiers hit it out of the ballpark in this year's Indiana State Fair art exhibit. Find it in the Indiana Arts Building through July 23. You just might spot the piece your home needs.

Indiana Artisan participants are painters Matt Hurdle, Mary Ann Davis, Randall Scott Harden (1st place in Mixed Media, honorable mentions in Drawing and Mixed Media), Corrine Hull, and Carrie Wild (2 honorable mentions in Prints); ceramicist Christine Davis (1st place and honorable mention); furniture maker Peter Falk (2nd place and honorable mention); wood artists Maria Patterson (pictured, 1st place in wood carving) and Tim Passmore (pictured, 1st and 2nd place in woodturning); and mosaic artist Nancy Keating (2 honorable mentions in mixed media).

08/14/2026

Prioceeds from Penrod admission sales benefit local arts programs. Indiana Artisan will use its 2026 grant to host workshops in business skills-building for artists. Penrod Arts Fair, Sept. 12 at Newfields. Penrod Arts

08/13/2026

Where there's art, you can be pretty sure there are Indiana Artisans. Gourd artisan TeriLu Adler and rug ho**er Tracy Burns are among the regular demonstrators at the State Fair. TeriLu makes functional art using hardshell gourds. Tracy incorporates a longtime traditional art to make contemporary wall hangings and other pieces. Find both of these amazing Hoosier makers in Pioneer Village.

08/11/2026

Be part of the fun when Friends of Indiana Artisan go behind the bench with jewelry designer Nancy Lee Designs in her Indianapolis studio. During the visit, the artisan renown for her exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and attention to detail will demonstrate her creative process, give an insider’s look at her design philosophy and offer a tour of her studio and gallery. Guests also will enjoy Indiana Artisan refreshments.

📍 Nancy Lee Designs in the Factory Arts District (formerly known as the Circle City Industrial Complex), 1125 E Brookside Ave., Indianapolis
⏰ Oct. 3, 1-3 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets, $10, are limited and must be purchased in advance https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/indianaartisanorg/nancy-lee-studio-visit

Process-oriented rather than production-driven, Nancy revels in every aspect of her craft—from design to gemstone selection, chemistry, and physics, to problem-solving, finishing techniques, and the final polish that brings each piece to life. Inspiration can strike from extraordinary gemstones, seasonal themes, celestial symbols, or fully-formed concepts, but it is nature that consistently fuels her creativity. See you there!

08/05/2026

Friends of Indiana Artisan had an extraordinary afternoon in the South Bend studio of printmaker Alan Larkin. They were treated to demonstrations of his creative process to make lithographs and etchings, and they toured the historic homes he has rehabbed for his studio, gallery and an Airbnb. Indianapolis jewelry designer Nancy Lee Designs will host the next Friends event, Oct. 3 from 1-3 p.m. More information is coming soon. Nancy Lee Designs

07/28/2026

Indiana Artisan is proud to be among the recipients for this funding. We will use our grant in part to increase engagment between artists and art enthusiasts.

Today, the Indiana Arts Commission announced it has awarded $2,353,529 to 324 nonprofit and public entities to fund arts organizations and arts projects around the state through the Fiscal Year 2027 Arts Organization Support and Fiscal Year 2027 Spring Arts Project Support grant programs. Through these grant programs, 73 of Indiana’s 92 counties will receive funding.
View all Arts Organization Support and Arts Project Support grant recipients at in.gov/arts