Brenda Alexander

A Conversation with One of the Most Acclaimed Jewelry Designers and Artisans of Our Time

"My work is naturally African informed, but it's not intentionally created to look like Africa. It is meant to be a reminder of an origin outside of the constructs and the labels that have been placed upon us as people of African descent."

Haskins' Currency Studio Is the Blueprint For Baltimore Art, Fashion, and Culture

There’s nothing quite like Michael E. Haskins’ Currency Studio in the city. Looking around the space, you’ll find everything from hats, baby vests, jewelry, stools, tote bags, speakers, and more. The self-proclaimed visionary does it all: He paints, sculpts, makes furniture, clothing, and more.