In early 2023, the trio began meeting regularly to swap insights on pop-up markets, marketing strategies, and the ever-changing creative landscape. They aimed to create a more sustainable and supportive environment for Austin maker community, as artists and vendors themselves.
The answer became Clover + Maven—a space designed to uplift local artisan and provide the resources needed for creative businesses to thrive.
For artists and makers, participating in pop-up markets is both a necessity and a challenge. From extreme Texas weather to unpredictable turnout, pop ups are a lot of work! Despite the challenges, pop-ups remain a vital part of a creative business, offering opportunities for exposure, community connection, and audience growth.
The founders of Clover + Maven saw an opportunity to reimagine the experience of pop-up vending, instead of relying solely on temporary markets, they envisioned a space that functioned like a pop-up but with the stability of a permanent location.
This idea led to the creation of Clover + Maven, a retail space designed to support Austin’s artist and maker community year-round. Are you a local maker and want to vend with Clover and Maven? Apply here.
Want to pop up at their Maven Markets instead? Apply here.
Rent their studio for your workshops, team building events, and parties. They’ll promote your workshop and even offer a photography booth at your event. Ready to book the space? Inquire here.
