Art vs Craft

Specialties

Art vs. Craft is an annual shopping event in Milwaukee, WI. that brings together a diverse range of makers who showcase their handmade goods in person, selling directly to the public. Since the first event in 2004, Art vs. Craft has drawn over 10,000 shoppers and over 450 different vendors from the Midwest and beyond.

This is a juried show, vendors are selected based upon uniqueness and quality of work that we see fit for our event. Work featured ranges from $ 1-​$ 250 and is made by both emerging and established makers working in traditional and non-​traditional mediums. You will find unique clothing, jewelry, ceramics, household items, toys, stationary, soaps, handbags,

History

Established in 2004.

Established in 2004 by Faythe Levine (Milwaukee based artist, Sky High Gallery curator and director of Handmade Nation: the rise of D.I.Y Art, Craft & Design). She was inspired after selling her work at the Chicago Renegade Craft Fair in 2003 and wanted a similar community event that supported young makers in Milwaukee. Since the first event in 2004, Art vs. Craft has drawn over 10,000 shoppers and over 450 different vendors from the Midwest and beyond.

Meet the Business Owner

Faythe L.

Business Owner

Faythe Levine is a Milwaukee based artist, author and director (Handmade Nation; 2009, Sign Painter Movie; currently in production). She also curator of Sky High Gallery located in Bay View.

She was inspired after selling her work at the Chicago Renegade Craft Fair in 2003 and wanted a similar community event that supported young makers in Milwaukee.