We’re OPEN! We’ll see you Tuesdays, 11-4
Meet the Makers
Joy Kelso
Joy Kelso
Studio Owner, Artist, Creative.
Joy began the Makerie in 2020, when she learned to make pottery, and wanted to specialize in elegant, handmade ceramics inspired by the snowy winter Montana landscape.
She also owns Queen City Framing & Art Supplies in Helena.
You'll find her at home knitting in her off-time, with her dog, Harper and two cats.
Makerie Studio Members
Regina Tode
Studio Member, Nail Artist, Maker.
Regina and Joy have been producing pottery on & off together since 2019. Regina owns and operates Thistle Dew Nails in Helena, MT, sharing sophisticated designs and embellishments.
Outside of art, you'll find her playing with her two adorable dogs, and as an avid outdoorswoman, floating the river in Summer, and skiing in Winter.
Harper
Studio Dog, HR Department, Grand Dame
You’ll often see our furry friend at the studio, ready to greet you at the door! She’s sweet-tempered, good with kids, doesn’t jump on you (unless you’re into that sort of thing) and absolutely loves any attention you want to give.
However, she’s 13-years-old and going deaf, so if she ignores you it’s nothing personal.
In her spare time, she is often found sleeping, and working on a rawhide (tiny-sized).
Nadia Sittara
Former Makerie Intern 2024-2025, Mother, Foodie
Bio arriving soon.