In this issue

Issue 5 of Artisan Joy features interviews with creative entrepreneurs from diverse artistic disciplines. Artisan Joy's mission is to be a platform where creative entrepreneurs are heard, valued, and celebrated for their positive impacts on the economy and their local communities.

Artisan Joy Magazine Description:

Artisan Joy is an independent media outlet and publishing company.
Our platform tells the stories of creative entrepreneurs from diverse artistic disciplines and backgrounds. We also publish informative articles on running a creative business.

Editorial Philosophy
By bringing awareness to the work of artists, designers, makers, artisans and others who sell their creative goods/services, we believe we can help them sell more, championing the creative economy. Additionally, the founders’ stories featured in Artisan Joy can inspire those looking to grow and develop their own creative businesses.

Commitment to Journalistic Integrity
Artisan Joy upholds high editorial standards. We do not charge creative entrepreneurs to be featured. Artisan Joy is not “pay to play.”

Vision
To remove the barriers for creative entrepreneurs to get featured in the press by being the media outlet dedicated to telling their stories.

Mission
To amplify the work of creative entrepreneurs and celebrate the positive impact of art, craft and creativity on the economy.

We carry out this mission by:
*Removing the barriers for creative entrepreneurs to get publicity by being an accessible media outlet dedicated to telling their stories.
*Driving awareness about the work of creative entrepreneurs by featuring their stories in our magazine, on ArtisanJoy.com and across our social media channels.
*Showcasing creative entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds and artistic disciplines, especially women and people from underrepresented groups.
*Encouraging consumers to shop small by detailing the hard work and dedication that goes into producing artworks and artisanal goods.
*Being an educational resource for artists and artisans interested in selling their art and artisanal goods.