The Creativity Loft opened its doors to the public in September of 2018 and we are so happy to have welcomed these creative individuals to our community. Our members are the heart of The Loft. They bring life to our studio and provide art, inspiration, and workshops for the public. Together we support and encourage each other to dream bigger, achieve our goals, and enjoy the journey.
JAKI McQUISTON
Jaki McQuiston is the founder and owner of The Creativity Loft. Moved by the loss of her son, she opened the studio in 2018 to bring the healing possibilities of art practice to those who may be suffering from loss, depression, anxiety, and stress. Jaki is working towards an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Antioch University. She looks forward to bringing what she has learned from Antioch and the healing modality of art practice to the Loft.
Jaki has practiced making art in many different modalities. Currently, she expresses her creativity through painting and making leather jewelry.
JULIE VEREB
Julie Vereb is a passionate creator of all things. Her favorite mediums are sewing and Mod Podge. Julie grew up in the Seattle area and loves to go on hikes with her dogs. Previously, Julie has worked with elders, kids, and animals. Julie enjoys advocating for those who are often dismissed or misunderstood.
Julie started her own company, Baby Got Bark a custom order clothing and accessories line for kids and animals. Her company was inspired when Julie’s friends started having babies and her passion for textiles and sewing new designs grew from there.
SHANNON SCOTT
Shannon Scott is a self-taught artist living in North Seattle with her husband, daughters, and a gaggle of small mammals. She spends her time trying to balance the demands of parenting with her ever expanding list of artistic media. Her current focuses are surrealist mixed-media collage and microminiature paintings set in sterling silver jewelry.
RUTH-ANNE FORD
Ruth-Anne is a Seattle based baker focusing on wedding cakes, celebration cakes and royal icing cookies. She takes pride in creating one-of-a-kind sweets that compliment the overall aesthetics and design of events. She uses only the best ingredients (local if possible) and is dedicated to producing a great-tasting work for her clients.
KELLE TAPLIN
Kelle is a marketing professional with a passion for creativity. She expresses herself through acrylic painting, hand-drawn digital art, and nature-inspired resin jewelry. When she’s not working or making art, she enjoys exploring the world—both near and far—with her partner and family, curling up with a good book and her cat Bagheera, or spending quality time with friends and family.