Just down Beal Road and tucked behind the fence of a Flagstaff greenhouse, Flounder House Collective hosts one of its art markets.
These intimate parties have become fairly regular for the collective, and they’re growing, making waves across Northern Arizona University and the greater Flagstaff arts scene.
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In just a year, the DIY collective has hosted three makers markets and created many more opportunities for students just scraping by to live, learn and practice their passions.
Courtesy of Flounder House
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A booth sits in front of the garage at the Flounder House with colorful handmade patches and pins available to be purchased at the street market, Oct. 5.
Beck Toms, The NAU Lumberjack
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Local band Lipstick Traces performs at a recent Flounder House Collective event.Â
Courtesy of Flounder House
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Thrasher and West at a recent market, selling their art.Â
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