We had our fifth market on August 14. I learned  three lessons as a maker from that market. 

1. Sometimes new is one of the best decisions you can make. 

After hosting four markets in Decatur, market 5 was the first in Atlanta. 

As a maker, it’s easy to want to rest on what is comfortable and reliable. But being a maker sometimes means taking risks and and trying something new. 

2. The energy in the room at market 5 was magnetic and remarkably special due to gathering handmade makers and people to love to purchase handmade goods in one room. 

As a maker I can contribute to that energy by showing up ready to share my wonderful goods and by supporting other handmade makers by buying their goods.

3. With the push for more video contents through Social Media platforms, Market 5 was an opportunity to capture not just photos but great video content. 

As a maker during times where video is becoming king, I have to be more intentional about finding moments to capture memories through video.