2024 Merchants’ Alley
Fantasy Author
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J. M. Shaw has been an avid writer for more than thirty years. Exercising her creative muscles is more than a hobby, it is a passion that, at times, borders on obsession—as a plus, it is decidedly cheaper than therapy. In 2019 she received a diagnosis of autism and ADHD. This was undoubtedly a shock, but, rather than viewing her neurodiversity as a hindrance, she has come to appreciate how her condition provides her a unique perspective on the world and adds distinctiveness to her creative works. Over the years, she has penned several hard drives worth of poems, short stories, and full-length novels, and there are countless ideas still rattling around in her head waiting to be revealed. Only time will tell what lies in store for this avid creator.
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3D Printersaur is driven by a deep-seated passion for bringing people's ideas to life. We harness the power of 3D printing technology to design and create all our products in house, ensuring each piece is a unique embodiment of creativity and innovation. Our products are not just useful, but also imbued with a sense of fun and joy. Reflecting our belief that creativity should be an enjoyable process.
The Art Of Mel Hohn
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Mel Hohn is an illustrator based in Edmonton, Canada, who has a passion for the naturally magical and magically natural! Current interests include foraging, Studio Ghibli movies, board games, enjoying nature, and sewing their own clothing. When they're not at their desk, they can be found in a nearby forest hunting for mushrooms.
Mistava Art
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Born and bred in Edmonton, I have been doing art my whole life. Concurrently, I work a full-time job, and pursue art on the side. My inspirations come from pop culture in general; anime, movies, board games, video games, music, etc. As a creative, I think the best way to recharge from daily life, is to always put time in your craft, whatever that may be.
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Scaling Chaos specializes in sensory based textile creations as unique as our customers.
Handcrafted Neurospicy Tools 🧶 Weighted stuffies / Fidgets / Larp
Tiffany Tate
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Tiffany Tate (she/they) is a queer illustrator from Edmonton, AB. Although primarily focused on illustrating all things nerdy, cute, spooky, and magical for her shop and clients, Tiffany has enjoyed a varied freelance career of character design, comic art, branding, production design and more. Her biggest inspiration comes from her cats, videogames, and D&D.
Readings
by Zephyr
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Lee or Zephyr has been out as a witch for over 22 years and will be providing very personal and unique Tea Leaf Readings as well as selling handmade Ouija boards and a great selection of wooden wands. He has been a part of the Edmonton Pagan Community for many years as a teacher, advisor and paranormal investigator. Come on by and check him out.
Hinkypunk Emporium
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Hinkypunk Emporium brings fun treasures from the fae realm to delight the imagination. From the minds of Steve Blanes and Alison Schuld comes hand painted statues of fairy tale figures to handcrafted book nooks and other miniature oddities. Steve has been building miniatures since he was a kid and excited to share the inspiration of the fae, fantasy, horror, and science fiction.
They offer 3D resin printing services, mini-CNC services, lathe work, sculpting both in 3D and handcrafted, and soon 3D scanning.
Most of all, love and passion for their creations.
Geek Notions
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Geek Notions is a local home-based business selling a wide selection of handmade drawstring bags and trays with a "geeky or metaphysical" theme. Use them for Dice, Tarot cards, Runes and even your e-book. The trays are also great for holding game pieces and tokens, your pocket change, keys or even your phone while on your dresser. We also offer book bags, cross body bags, tarot card pouches, laser engraved beads, Rune and Astrology dice, engraved boxes, essential oil roller bottle holders, dice therapy couches and geeky enamel pins.
BWD Photo
Fantasy Photography
BWD Photo is pleased to be taking part in RPG-A-Thon 2024! I'll be doing portraits with a large fantasy backdrop with 50% of the proceeds going to Crohn's & Colitis Canada.