Artistry
Galleries / Shops / Studios
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PA Made
A brand new store located at
18452 Bennetts Valley Highway Weedville, PA 15868
Drawing on inspiration from the wildlife, culture and people of Elk County Mickayla at The PA Made Shop showcases hand-crafted goods from local artisans, outdoor & Elk County theme designed t-shirts, hoodies, stickers, & more!
Visit the PA Made Shop site HERE
Open: Tues-Sat 10a-5p & Sun 10a-1p
You can also contact her for a custom painting, which she does on vintage, wood-framed windows
Browse her paintings HERE
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Gallery 29
50 South Saint Marys St Saint Marys, Pennsylvania 15857
A quaint gallery that showcases the work of artists Pete Winklbauer, Jesse Gradl, and Janet Van Eerden. They host a variety of lessons for children and adults
Open: Tues & Thurs 12pm - 5pm
& Saturday 10am - 2pm
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ECCOTA
“Dedicated to promoting the cultural enrichment of Elk County & surrounding regions”
237 Main Street Ridgway PA 15853
The sales gallery in downtown Ridgway features over 50 artisans. As a partner of the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts, ECCOTA (a nonprofit) gives back to the community, by offering programs that are engaging and brings funding back into the area, providing educational opportunities, advice, & by supporting performers, musicians, artists, artisans & writers
Open: Mon - Fri 10a-5p & Saturday 10a-2p
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Cameron county chamber
“Look no further for information about Cameron County and the business opportunities that abound! Visit and take home a piece of the PA Wilds!”
34 E 4th St Emporium, PA 15834
Since opening in 2008 more than 70 artists now call this home. The chamber itself hosts Artist Workshops throughout the year & encourages artists to participate in either The Weekend in The Wilds (First Saturday in July) and/or Christmas in The Wilds (Second Saturday in December)
Visit their site HERE
Open: Mon-Fri 10a-4p & Saturday 10a-2p
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Nuthatch Studios
“Something new is always being created here!”
8788 PA-555, Weedville PA 15868
A pottery shop exhibiting work that is created in the studios of Kathleen, Martin, and Vic DePasse
Open May - November
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Sarah James' Art Studio
“Sarah Jane’s is an Art Studio that also provides a charming and affordable atmosphere for special occasions.”
For more details on reserving the space, Contact Sarah on Facebook
Ceramics / Pottery
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Mudslide Pottery
A father and son partnership, Geno and Roland Boni offer high-fired, well-crafted, hand-made stoneware and porcelain pottery.
17245 Boot Jack Rd, Ridgway, PA 15853
Deeply rooted in tradition but also in-touch with modern themes, Mudslide Pottery is designed to be used daily. With function as the primary goal their pieces are both beautiful & easy to use.
Open most week days and weekends, please call or message for hours.
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Your Fired Pottery
One-of-a-kind-pottery
Pottery Studio and Gallery of Stacie Johnson-Leske. She specializes in lightweight, wheel thrown functional pottery and slab built art pieces textured using antique doilies and fascinating plant life.
A List of Shops you can find her work
Visit her site HERE
Open: Wed-Sat 10a-6p
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Peaces of Me
Yoga Studio & Art Lesson Studio; an escape for you, or a venue for all
216 Main Street Ridgway, PA 15853
Cheryl at Peaces of Me offers an array of yoga classes, Therapies, Sauna Services, and Art lessons. Her space offers classes that touch into Retrospective, Yin, Vinyasa, and Integrated methods of healing including Tai Massage and Reiki.
Open Art Classes Mon-Fri Starting at 10am
Visit her site HERE
Metalworking
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William Barnhartt - Blacksmith
Proudly a PA Wilds Juried Artisan William works full-time as a blacksmith, creating both delicate designs and sturdy tools.
You can find some of his work on Winslow Hill: The gates at Blue Skies Realty & iron work for the new Morning Mist Bed & Breakfast sign
You can find more about William on Facebook
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Imagine Plasma Cut Art
561 River Road, Weedville PA 15857
“Specializing in plasma cut steel artwork and commercial signage with general machining available”
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Innovative Customs, LLC
Specialties
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Stephanie Distler Artisan Jewlery
“I am an artisan business, located in a home studio, focusing on materials and technique.”
2006 Recipient of the ‘Champion of the Wilds’ & 2016 Recipient of ‘Best Brand Ambassador’
You can find her work at:
The Laughing Owl Press, in Kane
or, The PA Wilds Conservation Shop, at Kinzua Bridge State Park
A member of the PA Wilds Initiative since 2006 & On the ECCOTA Board since 2005 Stephanie never stops putting her best foot forward
Coming from a family of ‘makers,’ she chooses precious metals as her medium. Her studio allows for metalwork, displays, workshops, & collaboration with PA Wilds Events.
“Stephanie Distler is self taught. Using nature for inspiration, she designs and creates with tools/materials, both old and new.”
Sign Up for Notes From the Bench HERE
Visit her site HERE
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Birddog Custom Cues
Custom Cue Builder & Maintenance by Rick Wycoff, St. Marys PA
Pool has been a part of Rick’s life as long as he can remember. With his 25+ years experience of both lathes and mills as a Tool and Die maker, Bird Dog Cues is the next chapter. “Thank god for my family, my bird dogs and billiards!”
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HippieFish Custom Fishing Rods, LLC.
“Fishing is an art, equip accordingly!”
The most unique custom fishing rods, JD at HippieFish will take your expectations and blow them out of the water!
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Featherman Creations
“The Gateway to the Outdoors; Your Fishing Pro Shop; Outdoor Gift Shop”
11484 Bennetts Valley Hwy, Penfield, PA, United States, Pennsylvania
Open: Mon & Thurs -Sat 10a-6p
& Sunday 12p-5p
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Rather B Embroidery
Custom Embroidery
29 N St Marys St Saint Marys, PA 15857
“Stop In! We like to think of our store as one of a kind. We love when a customer comes in with an idea and we bring it to life. We will try just about anything. We are always open to new ideas!”
Shop their site HERE
Open: Mon-Fri 8:30a-4:30p
Elk County Council of the Arts
Located at 237 Main Street in Ridgway 15853
814.772.7051
Open: Monday - Friday 10A to 5P, Saturday 10A - 2P