Artisan Markets AZ

About Artisan Markets

Artisan markets AZ was created to provide artists and artisans with an affordable opportunity to gain more exposure and
sell their wares.

Audrey Thacker, Founder: Audrey Thacker, owner and designer of Audrey Thacker Designs, has been living in Arizona
for the past 5 years. Creating unique pieces of wearable art jewelry, Audrey embarked on a new journey to create and
inspire the art scene in AZ. She has been creating fashion and art related events for last four years and is passionate
about creating a community where artists can sell and show their works.

Kristina Konen, Graphic Designer: Kristina Konen is a fine art photographer that specializes in contemporary abstracts,
man-made and in the natural world. She is rarely seen without her camera and loves to find interesting shapes in her
everyday surroundings. Kristina is a professional graphic and web designer and incorporates her photography into her
work whenever she can. Some of her work can be viewed at www.cutandpastedesign.com. Kristina has been an integral
part of the success of Artisan Markets and is a valued part of the team. She designed the Artisan Markets website and
flyers and continues to create new and exciting marketing materials.

Keith Sparbanie, Social Media Coordinator: For over a decade, Sparbanie was the preeminent concert and special
event photojournalist of western Pennsylvania, working for the marketing departments of major clients. Seeking a change in
life, the artist relocated to Arizona in March of 2008, unleashing his passion for the natural beauty of the region. He is
rarely without his Nikon as he enthusiastically explores the Great American Southwest. Keith has been working with Artisan
Markets marketing team and has been an integral part of bringing awareness to our events. He continues to come up with
"out-of-the-box" ideas and is always willing to help.