PearsonMaron, aka Quincy and Adam, are a couple with an affinity for the quirky and the hilarious. They are today’s curators of the Shop Local series, highlighting their home state of California. Shopping local is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint — and to get your items in a speedier manner! Meet some artists below and match them to their items at the bottom.
Warm greetings from the wacky weird Wild West that is California! Home state of the majestic redwoods, the Salton Sea, Salvation Mountain, Patty Hearst, the Hippie movement, and of course the original Bigfoot sighting. We’re Adam Maron and Quincy Pearson, shop owners here on Etsy.
Adam and I are both third generation Californians. We Californians are deluged every year by earthquakes, wildfires, floods, mudslides, and over-exposed starlet/debutantes, yet we prevail. We wanted you to know that even though it seems that the entire world has become mini-malled and super-stored, please remember that there are thousands of us creating things, salvaging things, and recycling the old into new, and we might just be right in your neighborhood. Now is a great time to support your local economy.
Happy Holidays to you, wherever you are,
Quincy and Adam
DaleSmith: “This is me at the Griffith Park Observatory, one of my favorite places in Los Angeles. When the city feels too big and difficult to navigate, I like to come up here and look down across the whole city. It becomes simple and intimate again. It’s also a great place to meet people from all around the world, which is probably the best part about Los Angeles.”
Brenda of phydeaux: “This is me in my backyard private woods. I live in Saratoga, in the ‘Village,’ just where the Santa Cruz Mountains start. Saratoga is part of the infamous Silicon Valley, one of the most populous and high pressure areas ever to live and work. I love that I live right on the fold between Silicon Valley and the woods, where we have mountain lion warnings posted and coyotes singing me to sleep. I am recharged and recentered by my backyard oasis, which includes a huge old oak tree filled with birds, squirrels and even possums (which keep my cats entertained all day long)! I look out on my yard and the mountains when I knit. I live on the very street used by 1800′s lumber mill workers and right next door to the former bar/brothel and barn they frequented. Lots of history (maybe even the odd ghost), woods and lots of wildlife — I love my home beyond belief!”
MaryCee222: “I live in Beachwood Canyon up in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles. My home is nestled somewhere in between the tourist-obsessed Hollywood sign and bustling Franklin Ave. In contrast to what one normally thinks of Los Angeles, my neighborhood is a communal and serene place with the most beautiful natural light. I am inspired daily by the casual beauty and am fortunate to have captured some of its magic in my photography. The very papasan chair I am sitting in has been host to many of my canine subjects, a few tipsy friends, and many afternoon naps.”
Laura James (Laurs) aka beemiceelf: “I live in the town down in the valley behind me. It’s a great location because it’s quiet and has a small town feel, but it’s not too secluded. I can drive in any given direction and in under an hour I can be at a beach, a desert, a mountain top, or downtown LA.”
madewithlovebyhannah: “Here I am at Arroyo Seco Mini Golf, nestled on the edge of Highland Park and South Pasadena. Built in 1955, it’s the oldest surviving course in the area. It’s fun, colorful and uncomplicated, the same feeling I like to maintain in the things that I make. The thing I love most about living here is the fantastic weather: it’s always mini golf weather!”
Melissa aka axelhoney: “I live in Santa Monica and I love it. Although I don’t live steps from the beach, it is only a short bike ride. I also ride my bike to my work, which is just steps from the beach. Just south of the Santa Monica Pier is the spot I come to and just let my thoughts wonder before I start my work day. I love that Santa Monica is so close to LA. I can basically find ANYTHING within a hop, skip or jump from my doorstep. This includes resources, inspiration and even other crafty entrepreneurs. I am currently apprenticing at a jewelry store and the owner is helping me launch my jewelry line, which is another benefit of living here, opportunity is everywhere. Santa Monica is an amazing spot, the mountains with incredible hiking to the North, LA to the East, the colorful and artsy Venice Beach to the South and the Ocean to the West. I couldn’t ask for more.”
Lacy aka ladiesofleisure: “What is wonderful about Los Angeles, and what I really love about living here, is the diversity of the city’s landscape. The chaotic energy of an urban environment with a complexity of cultures, incredible art and music, set in a landscape of luscious flora and fauna with the ability to be in the mountains, desert, or laying on the beach. (Traffic permitting.) I love going to swap meets and farmers markets, riding my bike along the L.A river, and driving out to the desert to go camping. It’s truly an amazing city….and of best of all….The weather is always perfect!”
Shoppers, get your holiday gifts this season with Shop Local and meet your talented neighbors (shrink that carbon footprint too)! Find sellers belonging to California Etsy Teams.
88 comments
Sign in to add your ownVanessa says:
phydeaux: my sister lives near you!! The air smelled so sweet with flowers when I visited. Lovely.
3 years ago
norajane says:
So awesome!
3 years ago
zwzzy says:
CA represent! ;P I lived in the Santa Cruz mtns for awhile, now just in the south bay. Yay! oxox!
3 years ago
LuckyFindDesigns says:
Great article! I'm in CA too :)
3 years ago
peaseblossomstudio says:
I'm in CA too. :-) It's BIG state.
3 years ago
InspirationPoint says:
Great article-YAY California-home to me too!!
3 years ago
InspirationPoint says:
I love the Arroyo Seco Mini Golf Course too!! LOL!!
3 years ago
absolutelysmall says:
Yay! I ♥ LA. Not so much the area in CA that I live, though. Great article! Very cute photos!
3 years ago
saranorris says:
Woo Hoo! California! I'm in the South Bay! Although it is very rainy today, I love it here!
3 years ago
LaveMeSoapCo says:
yea LA!
3 years ago
smashgirl says:
yay for California! I love my state!
3 years ago
callmechristie says:
yeah for california!
3 years ago
solidio says:
i really enjoy these shop local series with the photos of people! it's fun to see the artist/crafter behind the goods. :)
3 years ago
FluteTeacher says:
It's so fun to read everyone's story! Love the Monster Mary Jane's.
3 years ago
GollyBard says:
I love the portraits of all of the featured artists and their work is amazing too! Well done PearsonMaron!
3 years ago
JeweledAmbrosia says:
This is a grat series, beautiful photos too!
3 years ago
alidesign says:
Yay for California! I'm from CA too!
3 years ago
rosetung says:
awww! i miss CA :( is SF bay area represented here?
3 years ago
visionquest says:
the variety of artists in Cali is as diversifed as our climates! there is sooo much to inspire us here!! really nice article!
3 years ago
voleurdebijoux says:
I ♥ Cali! Representing the OC, yo! :)
3 years ago
picklehead says:
yay! I love California! :D
3 years ago
shopwhimsy says:
Congrats to all my Cali friends featured here!
3 years ago
jodieflowers says:
I ♥ those monster fish on wheels! I have one and need 2 more to finish my colleciton! ♥ ♥
3 years ago
NicoAndMooMoo says:
Fun people there! ;-)
3 years ago
TeenAngster says:
Huzzah for PearsonMaron!
3 years ago
humblebea says:
Great stories~ Go California! I love the picture of PearsonMaron!
3 years ago
LegendaryTigerHero says:
Alright, Californians!!
3 years ago
bijougirldesigns says:
Darn it...I live in Nashville. But at least I can still get awesome things from CA! (and others can get awesome things from TN ;)
3 years ago
PearsonMaron says:
Yay! Thank you! We did our best to include an equal number of people from Southern, and Northern California. And we asked a fair number of guys to be included too. Unfortunately a good number of people weren't able to participate. If I could bully people into participation you know I would.
3 years ago
phydeaux says:
Thank you Quincy and Adam for a great article! It was so fun to participate :) Yay for California -- so much fun to see my fellow Cali colleagues!
3 years ago
JMCdesigns says:
Woo Hooo Go California!!!!
3 years ago
whimdesign says:
California really is the state that has it all. Great article!
3 years ago
mermaidclaire says:
Such an awesome collection of sellers! O, California! I rep Sacramento and Palos Verdes. (Though I haven't been back in oh, 15 years.) Someone please send some In-N-Out Burgers to Brooklyn, k thx.
3 years ago
ElenaMary says:
California rocks (and rolls occasionally)...terrific feature..Go CCCOE TEAM!!!
3 years ago
kachingdesign says:
Great stuff!
3 years ago
beemiceelf says:
Awesome article! Thanks so much for the opportunity to participate. It was fun. :D I'm proud to be part of this wonderful state!
3 years ago
lifewithlloyd says:
dont forget NorCal!
3 years ago
sweetshorn says:
Amazing! I love seeing the people behind the shops I love.
3 years ago
littleloveblue says:
makes me miss California! great selection of artists:)
3 years ago
timesandchimes says:
Beautiful faces and fun, whimsical items! I'm going shopping!
3 years ago
ZebestPhoto says:
Great article! I hope there'll be another one highlighting northern CA--there are tons of us north of Silicon Valley!
3 years ago
studiocvh says:
highland park / echo park !
3 years ago
bamdesigns says:
yay for CA- i am in Sacramento area so it is neat to see all the CA sellers that live close to me.
3 years ago
jewelera says:
I've been living in CA since March, and LOVE it here, I'm in Orange County! :)
3 years ago
ShopMarigold says:
born and raised here :) loved getting to see these great neighbors of mine and their lovely shops!
3 years ago
ASecondChance says:
fab article. Man, I miss CA. Use to live in Northern California, redwood love!
3 years ago
capitolagirl says:
Cool article - its neat to read about local Etsian's in their element!
3 years ago
Donnalda says:
I actually live by the Salton Sea! In Desert Hot Springs, California. Loved the article, thanks.
3 years ago
theseawithin says:
Hello fellow Californians! Great feature!
3 years ago
DeNovoStyle says:
Oh my god I miss California! My husband and 2 sons moved to Memphis (which has been great so far) one year ago. We lived in San Francisco for 12 years. I love California. Always something blooming and shaking (via earthquakes). Just the most beautiful place I know.
3 years ago
littleredbear says:
awesome!!! californians!
3 years ago
TheTinyTragedies says:
I lived in California my whole life, and traded it last month for Arkansas. This article made me miss Los Angeles. How sick is that! :) San Fernando Valley por vida!
3 years ago
buttercupbloom says:
California...here I come!! Well, actually, here I stay. Loved this feature & learning more about these artists that I've had glimpses of here at etsy. Shopping local rules, yo! xo
3 years ago
BellaBeadsOriginals says:
California is full of so much talent!!
3 years ago
f2images says:
So many favorites!!!
3 years ago
modernacorn says:
yay!!!! These are all awesome shops!!! But there needs to be an article about Northern California etsians as well!!!!
3 years ago
modernacorn says:
Wait! I take that back! :)
3 years ago
waxandwool says:
Great article. California: represent!
3 years ago
Studio618 says:
Hooray for Californians. I love the diversity here.
3 years ago
spaceoddities says:
This is so fun to read! thank you!
3 years ago
MaidOfClay says:
I have one of GinPin's pear pincushions - soooo beautifully made. Yay for California!!
3 years ago
mtheorie says:
California! How I love thee. I love having a bit of everything only a short drive away. And the food? If you know where to go its a tour around the world :)
3 years ago
matouenpeluche says:
Totally awesome! Have to go check 'em out!
3 years ago
ginpins says:
Great Shop Local feature!
3 years ago
fringe says:
I'm so thrilled to see phydeaux's beautiful, smiling face here, as well as all of these fabulous featured artists. What a talented group! Thank you for highlighting California in such a positive and unique way. I'm proud to be a native Californian! Happy Holidays to all!
3 years ago
BluCille says:
Awesome. I LOVE history. Nice red jacket! FREE SHIPPING in my shop with purchase of any two or more items until December 21st. Expedited available.
3 years ago
yipestoo says:
We represent both ends of California here at yipestoo. We love meeting our fellow Etsyians and love the article!!
3 years ago
arttoweardiva says:
I loved reading about each and everyone of you! I know somehow we could all be best friends! I love the way so many of us feel the same about living in this amazing place called CALIFORNIA!
3 years ago
kricketbee says:
Yay for California! Cool artists! Love 'Made with Love by Hannah'. :)
3 years ago
jessiemccann says:
Yay CA! I am in Camarillo, CA. It has the second best weather after San Diego.
3 years ago
go2girl says:
I love it here! I'm in San Diego but grew up along the Central Cali coast. Great to get to know some of the shop owners. I'm noticing some shops I've never visited above and already a fan of ginpins in Northern California. Thank you!
3 years ago
HandmadeSaratoga says:
Saratoga!! Woot Woot!! Sad to see the fabulous little yarn shop seems to be closed though :..( But keep up the Cali Craftin'!
3 years ago
karenfromthelbc says:
I've lived in LA, Van Nuys, Hollywood, Santa Cruz, Santa Barbara, Oceanside, Seal Beach and now Long Beach! Cali is the best!
3 years ago
CutieDynamite says:
Woohoo, CA! I'm a North Bay person myself!
3 years ago
JetWhitePonytail says:
I lived in Westwood whilst taking some courses @ UCLA. Miss it much! Thanks for sharing the cool goodies.
3 years ago
weirdwolf says:
LA crafters rock!!
3 years ago
FenBeads says:
Lovely!
3 years ago
ancientfuture says:
echo park and atwater... woot woot! :)
3 years ago
topsyturvydesign says:
I Hella Love Oakland, California - you know I do! Love the Natural History shots PM - too funny
3 years ago
greeneyedgirls says:
We are more Cali girls to add to this collection!! Its in the 40's tonite. WE WILL FREEZE TO DEATH! heehee
3 years ago
ArtMind says:
Great article & sellers! Why is troublesome Violet not on the picture? :)
3 years ago
yummyink says:
C A L I F O R N I C A T I O N! Yeah!
3 years ago
NavarroCreations says:
GREAT article!!! Born and raised So Cal Girl! Thanks for the great representation of California!!!
3 years ago
missevilkitty2 says:
woot california girls!! Am born and raised in"central valley" i live in Modesto, Ca!! YAY!!!!
3 years ago
soradesigns says:
Love the giant sequoia tote. I am part of SF BAY AREA ETSY team but I just realized that I forgot to join the CA team. Gotta to do it now! Wen
3 years ago
MissLissOriginals says:
This was torture here w/all the wintery snow! I want to be in Cali!!! Love LadiesOfLeisure's vintage finds!!!
3 years ago