Shannon Makes

When you hire Shannon Makes, you’re getting an experienced teaching artist and creative facilitator who transforms groups of all ages into confident makers. Your audience will see a warm, engaging guide who brings hands-on creativity to life through fiber arts, upcycled materials, and imaginative storytelling.

Clients receive a turn-key program:
• A customized workshop matched to your goals (team bonding, wellness, innovation, mindset, morale)
• All supplies and materials provided
• A structured, guided creative activity accessible for all skill levels
• An experience that encourages connection, reflection, and shared creativity

Every workshop is designed to be memorable, meaningful, and high-impact—leaving your team inspired, relaxed, and proud of what they made together.
Whether it’s a corporate team-building workshop, a family-friendly art experience, or a community event, I design projects that are beautiful, meaningful, and achievable for every skill level. Clients can expect clear instruction, a welcoming atmosphere, all necessary materials, and an experience that leaves participants feeling inspired, connected, and proud of what they created. Every workshop is customized to fit your theme, group size, and goals.

Workshops, Camps & Creative Experiences

I design and lead hands-on creative experiences for kids, teens, and adults in classrooms, libraries, museums, corporate offices, festivals, and community spaces. My workshops are engaging, approachable, and low-pressure- inviting participants to connect, experiment, and create without needing prior art experience.

From tactile projects like paint parties, felting or collaborative watercolor and mixed-media explorations, each experience is thoughtfully facilitated to encourage curiosity, confidence, and shared connection. I’m always developing new ways to help people slow down, play, and engage meaningfully through creative process.

A Bit More About Me
🎨 Member of the Ohio Teaching Artist Roster
📚 Author & Illustrator bringing stories to life through school visits, assemblies, and hands-on workshops
🏫 Former Director of Art Education at a performing arts school
🌆 Public artist with murals and sculptures in cities, parks, and businesses
🌟 Featured in Oprah Magazine as a Fearless Female Artist of the Year (Olay / Procter & Gamble)
💫 Living out my childhood dream: creating art and inspiring others to do the same