When you think about what industry has been directly affected by COVID this year, I would have to say the Arts. Our gallery closed down in March and has not be open since. Our events for the year were all cancelled, leaving our artists to explore other options. Our building and our gallery is a home first, so Artspace made the call to close down all of our public community spaces in the building for safety.
Virtual art shows have been happening around the Omaha area, and it was the next best option for many to survive financially. Our building is filled with musical artists as well as visual and every single artist was searching for alternative ways to keep moving forward. We had to think outside the box, but most of our time was consumed with how we were going to stay healthy and find income.
This holiday season, we ask you, to really think about the gifts you choose to give this year. To appreciate a gift from an artist means so much more because it's original and supports a small business at the same time. Let's not forget our artists are AMAZING as well. We have put together a small list of Harvester Artists that have created for the Holiday season. Please consider reaching out to them to make a purchase this year instead of buying something off Amazon or in Walmart. I promise, buying art from these makers is better...
Harvester Artists:
Julie Jenowe with Jenowe Studio
also known as Spirit Earthy, has created a line of shirts and jewelry along with her artwork and designs. The now popular t-shirts, Whirling Rainbow Ginkgo, were created by Jenowe to celebrate the ancient prophecy among Native American tribes that foretell the coming together of all races and nations and is called the Rainbow Dream of World Peace. Contact Jenowe Studio to make your purchase and have it delivered before Christmas! If you do not have Facebook or Instagram you can contact Julie direct at: juliejenowe@gmail.com or by phone at: 402-312-3746
Whirling Rainbow Ginkgo Shirts: $18-$25 (Price ranges per size)
"Coming Home" Necklaces: $55
"Waymaker" Necklaces: $20
"I am Here, I am Free" Earrings: $18
Turtle Earrings: $10
specializes in fine art, and also commissioned work. If you want to have a picture turned into a painting by a professional artist then look no further. Jesse has original paintings to sell or prints available without frames. The popular, Joker, artworks by Jesse are a fan favorite. Check out his website for a list of all prints available for sale and see his entire collection of artwork and commissioned pieces. Please know commissions can take time to create and may not be available by Christmas depending on the medium used. Call or email Jesse today to get a quote: 712-256-2932 | jessebugoy@gmail.com
Sheri Noordam, owner of NAAD Naturals
sells an array of bracelets and car diffusers made with lava beads that absorb essential oil blends so that you can enjoy your favorite smells any time and keep your car smelling amazing as well. NAAD Naturals has an entire line of essential oil mixtures that are incorporated into soaps, lotions and body sprays; all made by the artist.
Visit NAAD Naturals Website or Social Media to order!
Patty Talbert
has an amazing collection of her art all over the Harvester Building! If you are interested in buying any of her artwork, please reach to her by email at this time. Patty is offering some mini paintings, acrylic on wood 5x5 sizes on sale for the holiday for $45 a piece! Please contact her at: pattysart64@gmail.com
is not only Veteran Owned, but he makes his own sauces! You can see D's Catering on November 28th (Small Business Saturday) at "Let's Eat Papio" located at 110 N. Washington Street in Papillion from 4-9pm. Duane's website offers a menu to order food for curbside pick up at the new location for Kitchen Council located at 1001 S. 6th Street in Council Bluffs (right next door to the Harvester building). Contact him about meal planning, or even family meals for the holidays. Please contact Duane ahead of time and inquire about his family meal specials. Follow his page on facebook for more!
