A new creative chapter is beginning in Point Roberts!
Resilient Point Roberts is launching a Makers Guild and exploring the opportunity for a shared studio and retail space, where local creatives can thrive. Together we will explore the possibilities of what this space can become and connect with others who are passionate about building the cultural economy of our community.
Please join us at the Community Center on Friday, November 21 from 6:30-8:30pm for a Visioning Session
Seeding Our Creative Economy:
Makers Guild & Community Studio
The evening is open to all– you do not need to be a creative or maker to attend!
Artists & Makers - Participate in our micro show! We want to kick off this collaboration by celebrating our local talent! If you would like to show your work, bring 1-3 pieces to set up at 6:00pm for everyone to enjoy during our evening.
This visioning session is the initiative of local resident and maker Rhys-Thorvald Hansen. (Read more below about the backstory.)
A letter from Rhys,
This last summer I opened up my art studio for open-houses each Saturday, and got the opportunity to meet so many new neighbors and friends. So many shared stories of their own art practices, reminisced about the Blue Heron art gallery that had and asked if I would consider putting other’s work in my store. Others asked about classes (for adults or kids) and what other creative opportunities there might be locally. I’m so grateful to have had the chance to chat with people and know more of my neighbors on both sides of the border.
This fall, I moved my studio into the former national real estate (NRS) building, and I want to share this space in a way that uplifts creatives in Point Roberts and otherwise grows our local cultural economy. I reached out to Resilient Point Roberts to team up and launch a local makers guild. Our working mission is to promote locally made products as well as increase engagement with Point Roberts makers.
In the former NRS building, I have a small retail space that I would like to cooperatively operate, as well as a community room we could (with some sweat equity) turn into a shared studio or makerspace. I’d like to hear from the community about what you think would be the best use of the space. We are hosting meetings in November and December to get community input and solicit volunteers to participate.
There is also one more private studio for rent for artists/handcraft/makers on the ground floor of the building. Please contact me directly at 425-238-0832 phone/whatsapp if you are interested in more details. All other inquiries should go to Resilient Point Roberts email: resilientpointroberts@gmail.com.
I am excited to hear from each of you, and to see what we can grow together.