I got my BA in Art History and BFA in Textiles from IU in 2017. I was a vendor at the first Big Gay Market in Indy in 2021 and it was one of the first places where I was able to be fully out as a bisexual queer person. I took over organizing it in 2022 because the market meant so much to me. I try my best to lead this glorious charge for regular queer focused events in Indianapolis. I love curating our amazing pool of artists and working with our team to make sure every market is filled with intention, opportunity, and love for this community.

I am a vendor and event coordinator who has been with IGM for over a year now working to create exciting and accessible events for the queer art community. I am also a frequent IGM vendor as the resident plushie dealer through my business Criminally Cute Crochet making and selling crochet plushies and home goods. My only goals in life are to live authentically, love often, be happy, and bring joy and acceptance to any space I am in!

I enjoy seeing artists of all ages get the opportunity to share their work as well as making steps in becoming confident and successful in what they are doing through participating in markets. I'm one of the newer members of the Indy Gay Market team and I am thoroughly enjoying helping out this amazing community. I've participated and helped facilitate markets in the past and I am excited to continue with the IGM!

I’ve been involved since the first Big Gay Market in July of 2021. Originally, as a DJ and now as a board member and community liaison. The first Big Gay Market was one of the first queer spaces I entered after transitioning. The market thus holds a dear place in my heart as one of the first places I could be myself without fear. As community liaison I ensure support organizations have space to share information and resources at the market.

I’ve been a big fan of the gay market for years and on the board for over a year. I recently stepped into the volunteer coordination role. The markets couldn’t (and shouldn’t) happen without the help of generous community members. I love watching each market come to fruition; my home is full of art from our wonderful vendors! When I’m not Indy Gay Market-ing or at my day job as a social worker, I love to hike and birdwatch.

I love being a part of the Indianapolis Queer Community and value all the friendships I have made along the way! I’m passionate about using the illustration and design skills Ive learned in school/practice to bring attention and excitement for events that aim to bring this community together! In my free time I also like riding my bike, spending time with my Kitty, working out, and going out to eat around Indy!