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Producer Biographies (Alphabetical order)
Beverley Andalora
Beverley Andalora
Mariposa Native Plants Nursery & EcoCreations
As an avid recycler and repurposer, Beverley integrates those values in her craft work, using repurposed materials as much as possible. Whether making denim pet toys, yard art, fabric decor, or other items, Beverley hunts at yard sales and thrift stores for most of the materials she needs.
Beverley started her craft work in 2010, when she lived in San Jose and joined a quilting group, making lap quilts to donate to hospitals. Over the years, she expanded her sewing into making pet-related items and fabric home decor. She has recently begun making yard art and working with manzanita.
In 2019, Beverley and her partner Ron started Mariposa Native Plants nursery (mariposanativeplants.com). Initially, Ron propagated only California milkweeds for the monarch butterfly. They have since expanded to carry over 100 varieties of native California plants.
Valorie Brown
Beverley Andalora
Unforgiven Leather
Having been an avid crafter most of her life, Valorie specializes in leatherwork and sewing. She loves making her own patterns and coming up with unique designs in a very wide variety of products. Her inspiration often comes from western tack, animals, celtic design, vintage horror films, and military surplus. Made in Mariposa currently has a collection of leather bags, accessories, flasks, bracelets, hats, barrettes, bookmarks, earrings, and gloves made by Valorie, with more exciting products to come!
Connie Collins
Mountain Mud Company
A lifelong artist and potter, Connie Collins discovered her love for clay on a whim when she took a summer school pottery class taught by a master potter. That spontaneous decision shaped her creative journey and launched a multi-generational passion for ceramics.
Connie earned her degree in art from California State University, Fullerton, and in 1980, alongside her husband Bob, she founded Mountain Mud Company. What began as a humble venture soon grew into a family tradition, with all 7 of their children, and now grandchildren, joining in the joyful, muddy work of crafting pottery by hand.
From the Bay Area to Mariposa, Connie has brought her custom pieces to craft shows and community events, sharing not only her beautiful work but her heart. Her creations range from whimsical critters and functional pieces like French butter dishes and ramen bowls to cherished keepsakes that carry the warmth of handmade tradition.
Now teaching others through her “Make a Critter” class at Made in Mariposa, Connie gently guides students of all ages in shaping clay into charming animals through simple, joyful steps. Compassionate, creative, and deeply rooted in her community, Connie is proud to be part of a legacy—three generations of potters creating art that brings people together.
Pat Cox
Squirrel Werx Crafts
Bio TBD
Suzanne Cramer
Suzanne Cramer
Bedazzaled children's clothes
Jennifer Huskey
Mariposa Candle Studio
Scented soy candles
Tori Keith
Usona Rocks & Jewelry
Tori is a Mariposa native, born at the local JCF Hospital. Her interest in jewelry-making started when she was about 10, doing beadwork. But what inspired her interest in using her hands to create, came from experiences with her family.
Tori initially lived on her family's farm on Usona Road, next to the farm of her mom’s parents. At a very young age, she watched her grandfather do repairs and make things to use on the farm. Her millions of questions were patiently answered and explained as he worked.
When she was 8 years old, Tori’s father left the family and her mother became ill. Tori went to live with her aunt and uncle in La Puente, CA for awhile. While there, she got hands-on experience In the family electronic repair shop. After school she would help clean and repair clocks, electric razors, toasters, etc.
After Tori returned to her live with her mom, they moved to Merced to live with her father’s mother. Her grandma had a business machine repair shop and, as before, Tori jumped in to help and learn. She mostly cleaned typewriters and 10-key adding machines, and changed typing ribbons. Tori was about 9 or 10 years old.
Her love of working with her hands drove her to take various shop classes in high school and college. She also taught herself to use a loom. Tori is also a member of the Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club.
Charlie Phillips
Rusty Spur Studio
Art & Life In The American West, Through The Lens
Charles Phillips, a long-time Mariposan, enjoys the process of taking photos to record the light and color of Nature’s canvas and to preserve western traditions for future generations.
Charles specializes in western/nature scenes and photojourn
Tori initially lived on her family's farm on Usona Road, next to the farm of her mom’s parents. At a very young age, she watched her grandfather do repairs and make things to use on the farm. Her millions of questions were patiently answered and explained as he worked.
Jeanetta Phillips
Jeanetta Phillips
Rusty Spur Studio
Yard art, home decor, and photography
Dona Rivas
Lisa Sullivan
Laura Smith
Rivas Quilts
Bio TBD
Laura Smith
Lisa Sullivan
Laura Smith
D&L Glass & Gourds
D & L Glass & Gourds is a joint venture between husband Dave Smith and his wife Laura. Dave is a self-taught stained glass artist who began perfecting his craft around 2009 when their new home needed some beauty for their windows. His enthusiasm for glass work expanded from there with windows, hanging glass items, and decorative pieces circulating to family and friends in the area and out.
Laura retired in 2016 and felt she needed a craft to keep her busy and occupied, so picked up a class in gourd painting, which quickly became a passion. Dave and Laura were avid scuba divers and travelers in their younger years so it's not unusual to see ocean and travel scenes depicted in their work. Laura spent time with the Pueblo Indians in New Mexico so much of her work shows some southwestern flair.
Both joined Made in Mariposa in 2016 and have been showcasing their work since then in the MiM store at the Visitor Center and now in the new MiM store in downtown Mariposa. Come in and see their beautiful pieces and maybe take one home for your own windows or tables, or to share with a friend.
Lisa Sullivan
Lisa Sullivan
Lisa Sullivan
The Misty Oak
Nature has always been the most substantial influence in my life as an artist. For many years colored pencils were my medium of choice as I created works of landscapes and wildlife. After being blessed to have the opportunity to live and work in places such as the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and the San Gorgonio Wilderness, I was truly inspired by those areas and the cultures and natural environments found there. Those inspirations opened my imagination to create works which combined aspects from the natural beauty of those areas, as well as the cultures of the communities found there.
My artistic journey has expanded to exploring and using natural fibers, stone, metal clays, glass and objects found with both natural and cultural origins. Combining these various mediums and elements is a constant journey to reflect and show appreciation for the beauty found all around us. My true passion is creating works that showcase that environment and community, but have truly added passion to my desire to create those works and teach others to find their creative interests and help them produce works of their own, as they explore their journey of creation.
Jeff Sullivan
Jeff Sullivan
Lisa Sullivan
The Misty Oak
Growing up in the “rust belt” of Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio, my younger years were spent in rural communities while working on farms, in construction and then in the steel mills to pay my way through college. Having that background gave me a passion for building, creating and repairing anything that was broken. I truly enjoy creating works from items that aren’t normally associated with artwork, and repurposing and recycling items to create something unique. My greatest joy is creating something that someone can use or appreciate in their daily lives. My mediums are metal, glass and wood and combinations of those elements. Creating works of art, tools, furniture or decorative hardware has been an enjoyable and worthwhile journey, and passing those inspirations and skills on to others is just as rewarding.
Pam Toney
Jeff Sullivan
Glori Wessels
Inspired Gemstones
Jewelry
Glori Wessels
Jeff Sullivan
Glori Wessels
Glori Shop
Bio TBD