Makers

At Bear Island Art Factory Meet Thomas McDonald

Thomas McDonald is co-owner of Bear Island Art Factory along with artist Janine Patten, his wife. Thomas creates with recycled metal objects or collages of found objects. He and Janine also do fine art paintings, drawings and relief sculptures.

Beth Millner Jewelry Meet Beth Millner

Beth Millner Jewelry in Marquette has the founding artist’s name, but has evolved into an eight-person team supporting the designing process. We asked Beth about the evolution and about her nature-inspired work.

The Creator of Dock 5 Meet Natalija Walbridge

This issue we meet Natalija Walbridge, the owner and operate of Dock 5, her home-based studio on Duluth’s Park Point at 2311 Minnesota Ave. It’s open Saturdays and Sundays, 11-4, or weekdays by appointment (www.dock-5.com).

Superior Catches: Cool Outdoor Gadgets

The Pathfinder Hatchet Haversack, the BIG Larry compact flashlight, the 12-ounce Hydro Flask and The Original Bug Shirt are a few of our picks for outdoor adventurers.

Superior Catches: Local Outfitters’ Ideas for Winter Aid

Warm Skin, Sven Can See and Lungplus are favorites for thriving in the cold.

Superior Catches: Local Produce

A collection of new products featured in the April/May2012 issue of Lake Superior Magazine.

Superior Catches: Think Spring

A collection of new products featured in the February/March 2012 issue of Lake Superior Magazine.

Superior Catches: Keepsakes for Kids

A collection of products for kids featured in the December/January 2012 issue of Lake Superior Magazine.

Superior Catches: Take It Home

A collection of food products featured in the June/July 2011 issue of Lake Superior Magazine.

Floral Accents in April/May 2011 issue

A collection of products featured in the April/May 2011 issue of Lake Superior Magazine

Superior Catches: 30 Local Gift Ideas

Check out our list of great gifts from around Lake Superior.

Superior Catches: Sticks & Stones

A collection of products incorporating wood or stone created by people living in the Lake Superior region.

Superior Catches: Copper Works

A collection of copper items created by artists in the Lake Superior region.

Superior Catches: Kid Stuff

A collection of products for kids featured in the June/July 2010 issue of Lake Superior Magazine.

Superior Catches: Paddle Wares

A collection of paddling items featured in the April/May 2010 issue of Lake Superior Magazine.

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