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Posts Tagged ‘Oakland Makers’

Mystery, commerce, local pride in that one familiar tree

By Alissa Greenberg | February 24, 2015 | 5
Oaklandish founder Jeff Hull says his childhood friend, Fred Macondray, first thought up the idea for the Oaklandish logo. He says the roots represent the "the history, the culture, the legacy" or Oakland.

These local makers, and the idea of Oakland as a “maker city,” have been a central point in Schaaf’s run up to being sworn in as mayor, down to the transportation (an Oakland-made art car) she used at her victory press conference.

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Oakland’s makers get organized

By James Reddick | December 9, 2013 | 6
A "gargoyle" made by artist Ryon Gesink from recycled motorcycle and car parts at the entrance to American Steel Studios. Photo by James Reddick.

Seeking recognition and support from the city, new initiative unites creative manufacturers

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