…MEET THE MAKERS & CREATORS…

CREATOR OF THE RAFFLE THROUGH WELCOMING HYSTERIA

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Caucasian / Scottish + Irish + German

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Welcoming Hysteria

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My Intention as an Artist is to hold space for myself and others to come home to vulnerability and exploration within themselves. I merge my worlds of my somatic awareness as a body worker, my academic studies of narrative theory/storytelling & public advocacy, with my relationship to the divine & the earth, to approach creation through the lens of advocacy & healing.

I was certified this past year as an - Art As Individuation Creator - where I look at how art can be used to access the unconscious parts of ourselves, and when we give those unconscious experiences a place to live through the creative process, this can serve as a tool for liberation.

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I created this raffle because I believe that art can serve as a tool for advocacy and when we come together as creatives… we can make a difference.

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Earrings, Yoni Inspired Print, Greeting Cards & a Tattoo Design

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Afro Latine

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Ro Lozano

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These handcrafted vessels are created with the intention to break away from the suppression of sexual expression, normalize the yoni and embrace all that it is, and empower womxn and all genders. The design I use is simple and almost abstract, drawing inspiration from Georgia O’Keeffe’s flower paintings, nature itself, and eyes. If we look closely yonis are everywhere! So why not celebrate and educate instead of shaming? I hope to help with the yoni normalization movement and start conversations with my work.

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I enjoy being part of collaborations/projects that bring awareness to a certain issue as well as contributes to organizations that are helping with said issues.

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One yoni mug

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I am a drag prince :) my drag name is Roberto Suave

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She/Her

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Chinese American

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SHELLSHAKER

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grew up in a house full of classical music (from my mom), rock n' roll (from my brother), and stern martial arts (from my dad). It was interesting to say the least. My mother, was especially encouraging of my natural desires to create. I was put in dance classes, music classes, and art classes from practically the moment I could walk. 

Jump forward with me through time and teenaged troubles bubble to the surface that feed into a quarrelsome 20s. Seeking for peace, I dropped out of art school and I ended up studying yoga and became massage therapist when I was 22. I continued to make music and art through my 20s, but it was never a dedicated practice. 

It wasn't until I turned 30 that the creative whispers started to turn into screams. Something magical happens when you walk away from the expectations of others and start to pay attention to that inner calling. 

2020 was the year that the world crumbled, but in many ways it was a chance to ask myself the bigger question. 'What do I want out of my life?' 

So I closed down my bodywork business and started to focus on my creative endeavors. Having people in my community interested in my new mural venture and then design work gave me the confidence and courage to keep on going. 

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Yoni Inspired Prints

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Black

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Studio ten fifteen

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I’m a small batch maker, fabric hunter turning out cute undies that I hope invoke a good feeling when seen and it worn

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I wanted to be part of this to bring awareness to the hardships some folks go through every month, that so many take for granted.

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One pair of hand made organic soy chonies

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OBO snails have thousands of teeth on their tongue

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Meagan Jain

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Meagan’s work draws on the mythologies and reverence of women from her Indian heritage. Her work involves both symbolism and representation, and both independent and community-oriented work. Across her paintings and murals, she creates a unique visual language that includes organic, otherworldly, and bodily imagery. Her work enhances visual space through both adornment and abstraction. She’s passionate about creating art and artful experiences that help people reclaim their power.

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I love supporting women

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The coolest pair of socks!

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fun fact:

These socks were seen on the @whatisnewyork IG

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She/Her

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Caucasian

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Alecia Vera

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Living her life in a kaleidoscope of color, Alecia Vera creates a playground of textures and patterns upon repurposed materials. The idea of “play” remains her central focus as she fabricates a dreamscape of adventure. With the use of mixed media and other conventional materials, she displays a wide range of objects that teeter between fine art and functionality.

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Periods in general are always a topic of conversation that I want to have. Outside of the limitations on supplies there are a variety of issues that can arise around menses and the issues that can involve your reproductive organs. This is just another reason to educate and provide solutions to these important issues. I want in on that. Always.

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A Venus of Willendorf Sculpture I created. It seemed fitting for the raffle and if you don’t know about the art history of this piece, I highly encourage you explore the beauty surrounding it.

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I collect trash.

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AREDPHOXXART

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Stained Glass Artist - focussing on Yoni/Vulva inspired pieces.

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Stained Glass Yoni Hanging.

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She/Her

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Inner Essence Yoga

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Nicki is an intuitive, kind, compassionate, conscious space holder. She mindfully guides her clients through layers of healing to live a more centered, empowered and authentic life. Nicki blends Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy and Life Coaching to reconnect her clients to themSelves, through deeper levels of awareness, self love and healing tools and techniques. Her offerings (online and in person) are all-inclusive and accessible. They include trauma Informed group yoga classes , private sessions integrating Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy as a life practice, as well as workshops, retreats and women's groups. She specializes in working through anxiety, chronic stress and ptsd. To learn more or for a schedule of offerings please visit: www.MindBodyTruth.com

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Period poverty is very real and its not something we typically think or hear about. If I can help spread awareness and support these people who bleed in any way, I will.

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I'll be offering a Yin Yoga Class, with intentions of peeling the layers life has built up to soften into your Self more fully.

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i have a 300 year old Live Oak tree in my back yard.

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KAAMUNA / AUMBRATRIBE

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I make jellewery with vulvas and ovaries… I find this such a powerful and empowering thing to wear and represent.. the essence of creations, of the feminine, of healing, of pride and all the stories we may hold as part of us and so, carry with pride and acknowledgement.. After facing some deep healing issues myself I just love bringing recognition and a sense of pride to be a woman and all we are..

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It intuitively felt just right to be part of something that brings help to the feminine

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A bronze Yoni pendant

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Living around the wisdom of our cycles is the best way to life. Period. 🤭

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LINK HEALING & WELLNESS

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Offering guidance through Akashic Record Reading for individuals, couples & business.

There is information that exists in a sacred realm...

an energetic dimension which we call the

Akashic Records.  

Here we are able to connect with our soul's wisdom from it's entire existence, for loving guidance regarding all aspects of our human life.

In the Akashic dimension, the rules of time don't apply so the information from hundreds or thousands of years ago is as accessible as what happened yesterday. And what happened to you yesterday is as available as what could happen to you — if you stay on the same trajectory — in 10 years. In this way the Akashic Records influence the potential realities which we draw towards us.

We as humans have free will and are creating our reality in each moment with our choices. The information gathered through the Akashic Records is meant to assist you on your path by offering you insights for most probable outcomes of potential opportunities as well as healing and confirmations for this human incarnation.

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90 minute Akashic Record Reading

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We’re two bestfriends who found the love for plants years back. Plants have helped us immensely through our mental health and quickly became a passion of ours. In August 2020 we decided we wanted to share our passion with the world and that’s when PlantyQueens all started! We not only continue to learn each day, we’ve built such a strong planty family through this amazing community.

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$20 gift card and Phone Grip.

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she/her

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third generation Southern Italian, Romanian, Irish decent

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Conscious Seed

{A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOU & YOUR BUSINESS / WHAT YOU DO/CREATE}I am a folk herbalist and medicine gardner- the remedies I craft are intended to nourish the nervous system. Nature is my first muse, and the elements guide me in my creation process. When I create a formula I am seeking to work with the whole body on a holistic level. My aim is so create accessible remedies that are effective, high potency, and taste delicious. My remedies are inspired by ancient formulas and the flora that grows in my ecosystem on native Shawnee land in the midwest.

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Body autonomy is a human right, and plants have always been our ally throughout time in our personal liberation journey. I believe self-care is community care, when we ourselves are tended the world around us becomes a better place.

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Venus Power honey elixir and Queens tea- these are a blend of homegrown botanicals that taste delicious and ally the body in feeling good.

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I sing and dance a lot while I'm in the garden and creating in the kitchen. I feel my grandmothers in this act of joy.

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She/Her

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Caucasian

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Simply Extract

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Taylon has been on the forefront of the legalization of hemp, and pushing for the federal legalization of cannabis for 10+ years. After being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in 2010, she started using the cannabis plant to treat her disease and now has made it her mission to get it in as many hands as she can.

She felt there was a missing part in the cannabis industry: women & sexual wellness. As a LGBQT & woman owned business, Simply Extract is focusing on providing products to those who get left out of the conversation. Sex is still such a taboo subject, but such an important part of our lives. Why not feel satisfied and be open to talking about our issues so we can solve them.

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CBD Suppository - for menstrual cramp relief.

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She/Her

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Caucasian

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Notion

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I am the co-owner of an underground coffee shop, restaurant, event center and art gallery called Notion. Every year we collaborate with a local artist to bring a new “notion” to the city. I am a humanitarian, writer, artist, chef, graphic and interior designer, and speaker. I believe that we are meant to live a life bursting with color. We are not using the 8-color crayon box to create our lives. We are rustling through the 64 colors to make our masterpiece.

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A framed original poem

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I lived in Quito, Ecuador for four years. My daughter was born there!

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We welcome all races and ethnicities, all religions, all countries of origin, all gender identities, all sexual orientations, all abilities and disabilities, all spoken languages, all ages, everyone. We stand here with you, you are safe(r) here.

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EARTH MAGICK ASHEVILLE

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Your spiritual journey is uniquely your own. We are committed to offering treasures and services to help you on your path and to aid you in reconnecting with your inner being and aligning with your higher power. Our goal is to empower and support you in remembering who you truly are and awaken the divine within. We work hard to create a sacred space in the heart of historic downtown Asheville that supports local artisans, honors both ancient and modern cultures, and fosters a magickal energy within our community.

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We believe in supporting people who bleed.

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An Obsidian Yoni Egg