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Tending to the Artistic Soul: An Evolution of the Studio's Mission
Diving deeper into the values of life centered artistry

Niikah Hatfield
Jan 52 min read
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Intentional Gifting: The Niik Holiday Gift Guide 2025
Every year, we come to this wintery time of season and consider what gifts we want to offer those who share meaning in our lives. We sift through the fast paced images of modern consumerism and think about what really weaves the threads of community and family more deeply, what truly is a gift of care and love. Crafting our annual gift guide is a practice that I fall in love with more and more. This year's edition is a testament to the growth of connections we've made over th

Niikah Hatfield
Dec 9, 20251 min read
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Taste-bud Melting Cacao from Conscious Makers: A Guide to our Artisan Chocolate Collection
Chocolate has been one of my deep loves for as long as I can remember. Delicate enjoyment of this incredible food led to research around agricultural practices of cacao farms during my college years, and later an intensive retreat on a cacao ranch in Costa Rica where I learned the process of crafting chocolate and ceremonial beverages. As I've started to expand our offerings in the boutique, chocolates and cacao were one of the first things I was inspired to bring in. Not onl

Niikah Hatfield
Oct 31, 20255 min read
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Living Decor: A guide to handmade planters by Niik Creative Co.
Choose the perfect handmade planter for your space

Niikah Hatfield
Oct 22, 20253 min read
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On the Verge of Spring: An Artist's practice for the slow season
The wintertime has long been a meaningful, slow time of year for me as an artist. We need the ability to pause and allow the last season...

Niikah Hatfield
Feb 28, 20253 min read
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Holiday Gift Guide: Handmade Artisan Products for Intentional Gifting
One of my most favorite things about working at the studio has been collaborating with so many amazing artists and makers as part of...

Niikah Hatfield
Dec 15, 20243 min read
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Through the Eyes of the Apprentice: An Essay by Myla Snapp
Learning the process of clay at Niik Creative Co.

Myla Snapp
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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It All Begins with a Single Step - Studio Video by Sam Williams MQT
Every journey begins with a single step. This video about my journey and vision as an artist is a collaboration with Sam Williams...

Niikah Hatfield
Apr 5, 20241 min read
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What is Intentional Living? 3 Ways to build creativity & authenticity into your life from an artist
Intentional Living is important to me as an artist, And in this fast paced world, it's often sometimes hard to slow down enough to...

Niikah Hatfield
Nov 13, 20232 min read
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Niik Creative Co.'s Holiday 2023 Gift Guide
Finding a meaningful holiday gift that will be loved and enjoyed for years to come can begin with handcrafted artisan ceramics for those...

Niikah Hatfield
Nov 9, 20231 min read
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Meet Artist Niikah Hatfield: Interview with CanvasRebel
This interview was originally published by CanvasRebel on July 2nd, 2023. You can find the original article here and more about the...

Niikah Hatfield
Jul 3, 20234 min read
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Explore your Creativity with a Hand-built Pottery Vessels Workshop
Dig your hands into clay and experience the earthen meditative experience of creating ceramic art. Clay is one of the oldest art-forms,...

Niikah Hatfield
Jun 30, 20232 min read
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5 Best Nature Hikes To Do in Marquette, Michigan
A local's guide to the best things to do and most beautiful places to visit while in Marquette, Michigan If you have ever been to the...

Niikah Hatfield
Jun 20, 20234 min read
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Earthy, Handcrafted Ceramics for Intentional Living
Clay is humanity's oldest building material, used for over 10,000 years to make everything from simple storage vessels to the most...

Niikah Hatfield
May 1, 20233 min read
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Handmade Artisan Goods for Meaningful Gift Giving - Dec 10th Holiday Artist Sale Marquette, Michigan
Holiday season is officially here, and I know that for many of us that means finding a special gift for our loved ones. And when you are...

Niikah Hatfield
Dec 9, 20221 min read
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Marquette Art Tour: Join MQT First Thursdays to visit local galleries & art studios
Marquette First Thursdays Art Tour began last year when a group of artists got together with the hope of bringing more awareness to the...

Niikah Hatfield
Aug 31, 20221 min read
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Meet Featured Artist Kalil Zender: Stunning & Unique Metalsmithing
In addition to our handcrafted ceramics, Niik Creative Co. features a collection of local artisans and crafters who specialize in other...

Niikah Hatfield
Aug 13, 20222 min read
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Meet Featured Artist Kelly Jaeger: Handcrafted Leather Goods from Aura Design Co. at Niik Creative
In addition to our handcrafted ceramics, Niik Creative Co. features a collection of local artisans and crafters who specialize in other...

Niikah Hatfield
Aug 5, 20221 min read
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Meet Ceramic Artist Niikah Hatfield - Interview with Voyage Michigan Magazine
Excerpt from the article originally published by Voyage Michigan Magazine on August 3, 2022 Niikah, we appreciate you taking the time to...

Niikah Hatfield
Aug 3, 20222 min read
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Give the Perfect Gift for Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, & Holidays with Handmade Ceramics
Give the perfect gift of something delicate, beautiful, and timeless: When the special moments of life come around, the memories are...

Niikah Hatfield
Jul 15, 20221 min read
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