It's finally time for the annual Western Maryland Artist Studio Tour!
During October 17th and 18th from 11am to 5pm, visit myself, artist and jewelry maker Shannon Shine and metalworker and jewelry maker Hannah Ehlman in our pop-up studio at the big brown Smith Building in downtown Cumberland (111 George Street, Cumberland, MD). Please enter on the Harrison Street side of the building! We'll have a sandwich board where to enter, and signs in the windows!
Parking is available throughout the surrounding area, including the parking garage near the Ramada.
Together, we'll have a plethora of art and jewelry available for purchase, and both day's we'll be doing demonstrations of our unique individual art styles and jewelry making! This is the perfect time to start stocking up on Christmas shopping, there's nothing like a handmade gift lovingly crafted by a local artists! Visit https://wmdartiststudiotour.com/ to learn more about the Studio Tour and participating artists.
MORE ABOUT US!
CASEY BEAL | SAMARAN SELKIE
Casey Beal is a wildlife artist based in Meyersdale, PA, whose work blends scientific observation with imaginative storytelling. With a background in biology and a Master of Science, Casey creates intricate depictions of insects, birds, aquatic animals, and plants inspired largely by the flora and fauna of Appalachia.
Working in stippled ink, colored pencil, watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media, Casey explores transformation, adaptation, resilience, fragility, and the often-overlooked beauty of the natural world. Since launching Samaran Selkie in 2024, Casey has exhibited throughout the region and continues to use art to inspire curiosity and a deeper connection with the living world around us.
SHANNON SHINE | SHINE TIME STUDIOS
Shannon Shine is a multimedia artist whose work is whimsical, colorful, and filled with texture, emotion, and intention. From dreamscapes and animal imagery to oracle-inspired and mythical creations, her work explores intuition, transformation, and the connection between color and expression. Shannon is also an author, podcast host, community event coordinator, and gallery organizer. Her mission is to help others activate their dreams, believe in themselves, and discover light and possibility through art and creative expression.
HANNAH JEAN METALWORKS
Working from her home studio in Frostburg, MD, Hannah creates jewelry and sculpture using bronze, copper, and sterling silver.
Experimentation is at the heart of her process as she explores the ways metal responds to heat, pressure, and tooling to create unique textures and forms. Her work carries a whimsical flow and searches for beauty and fun among the chaos. A full-time jewelry artist, Hannah shares her work at art shows, festivals, galleries, and online.
Whether you're looking for a new piece of art, unique handcrafted jewelry, a special gift, or simply want to spend the day exploring the local creative community, stop in and say hello!
So to recap, visit:
Casey of Samaran Selkie
Shannon of Shine Time Studios
Hannah of Hannah Jean Metalworks
On October 17th and 18th from 11am – 5pm
At 111 George Street – Big Brown Smith Building (Entrance on Harrison Street)
Look for the black & gold sandwich board and window signs Street parking + nearby parking garage by the Ramada
Come meet the artists, explore our work, and enjoy a creative day in downtown Cumberland!
