Meet the Artists of
Iris Moon Emporium
Shyla Cameron - The owner and founder of Iris Moon Emporium. Creator of the Zen trees in the shop - she’s been making these for 12 years. In the shop, you’ll also find Tree of Life sun-catchers and moon-catchers, Fine Silver Mountain and Goddess Jewelry, wood-burned sustainably sourced Aspen Runes, and handcrafted Jewelry Hangers. Stop by and say hello to her in the shop most days of the week!
Jason Dumas - the man responsible for our impressive and handcrafted mountain shelf in the shop. Along with most shelving we have in store, he attends to all the little details, like moon phase accents under our large reclaimed redwood shelves! A talented craftsman, he’s a vital part of the displays in our store. Contact him directly for any project inquiries.
email: ridgetoriverbuilders@gmail.com
Alison is a Leadville local with unique Cyanotype prints, custom one of a kind Shadowboxes, illustrations, Paintings, Journals, Stickers, Buttons, Magnets, Bookmarks, Hand-Painted Plant Pots and More! She is an Art Major and is looking forward to going to Finland on an Art Intensive in the very near future. Alison is a valued and integral part of IME- she selflessly offers her time to help with the shop and can be found running sled dogs, taking family photos on the local train, and doing pet and vacation rental photography all around Colorado!
Angelena is a local from down the valley in Salida. Incorporating her own style into her skull and skeleton art pieces. We carry a lovely variety of her Baksana series cards featuring skeletons in yoga poses, some gorgeous original tarot art pieces some with inlaid crystals she finds herself! We are looking forward to carrying her skeleton tarot deck in the future as well!
Annie is a Chicago native that resided in Leadville for quite a few years. She was the resident dance instructor for the Leadville Dance Academy. She has since moved back to Chicago and expanded her art company from drink art to drink and food art. We currently carry a couple larger paintings of hers as well as some smaller cheeky pieces on reclaimed wood.
Erica is a Colorado native who spends her time collecting honey from her amazing little hives from outside Denver. She’s a mixed media artist that loves embroidery, making cloud art and installments, crafting paper collage art, as well as creating the cutest little pocket potatoes that are said to keep the sickies away. Come check out her honey, and cloud night lights!
Jenna is a lovely Leadville local, animal lover and talented creator. She produces a wide range of art for a few different shops. We are lucky to house her gorgeous stained glass and pressed flower glass artwork - as well as her gorgeous variety of earrings. Her art goes home with many people from around the world, and she loves the challenge of custom designs and requests.
Casey Curry is a Leadville Local Silversmith that creates gorgeous silver and gold jewelry. We absolutely adore her flower necklaces and her stacker rings are simple, elegant and fly off the shelves every time we get a restock. She teaches elementary school art classes here as well!
Taylor’s dyed creations are so complex and divine. Her method of tying and dying reminds me so much of nature, geology, and sacred geometry. She uses ice in her process and when available, Leadville snow! She wears multiple hats in her jobs around town and still finds time to be intensely creative. Bandanas, kids clothes, adult hoodies, palazzo and yoga pants and more, this lady loves bringing the eccentric vibe to all she does.
Ian is a glassblower out of Denver that crafts a wide array of gorgeous art. He creates gorgeous flowers, rings, silver infused pendants, leaf pendants, glass pumpkins and more through this practice of Alchemy.
Jordan is a local Leadville Silversmith and the creator of many stunning sterling and gemstone pieces that we carry. Including Mushroom Necklaces, Pumpkin Earrings, Rune Rings, and Turquoise Jewelry.
Christiana’s creations are so whimsical and adorable, there was no way we were saying no to her, when she came to the shop inquiring about a spot. From painted bones and skulls, to stickers and sweet little greeting cards - there is so much she has to offer in her Art.
Caroline Butterfield, the founder of Magnifeye13, is a local artist based in Pagosa Springs, CO. Her company specializes in solar lighter pendants, combining sustainability, science, and fashion to provide a unique and fun way to light cannabis using solar energy. As a skilled mixed media artist, Caroline's range encompasses watercolor and bold textured artwork featuring acrylic and moss on skulls. With a deep appreciation for nature, her artwork incorporates organic elements, celebrating the beauty of the natural world. Caroline's journey as an artist and entrepreneur reflects her passion for sustainability, science, and the arts, creating meaningful experiences for nature enthusiasts.
Bio coming soon!
Kaitlyn is the brains and beauty behind Nourish CBD. Her handcrafted items are some of our favorite products for pain and skin care. Bath Bombs, face and body oils, beard oil, bath teas, lip balm, salves - you need relief, we got you.