Although “Random Acts of Art” was established as a name to represent a variety of artistic media, the original focus has been jewelry design. Founders, Phyllis Gaschott & Allison Baker have a passion for the arts.

Phyllis has always had her hand in music. Her musical talents include violin, cello, piano, guitar, and her beautiful singing voice. For many years she was a part of the Portland Choral Art Society as well as a few other smaller singing groups.

Allison has always had a love of painting & drawing. She's happiest when she's in her natural element & creating. She's always excited to try her hand at something new. Whether new or something already explored she always does everything with a meticulous eye.

About 5 years ago, the Mother & Daughter team started designing jewelry as a fun hobby. With a desire to use more semi-precious stones, crystals, and precious metals, the “hobby” grew. Not only do they enjoy the process of creating but they also find excitement in finding new & unique pieces to create with. Their style can be described as delicate & feminine but also, colorful with a unique flair. Their new adventure entails creating handmade pieces using precious metal clay, glass fusing, and hand stitching.

 

Joe Gaschott, Wood Turner: I have had a love for working with wood for most of my life from woodturning in high school, to furniture making, to home construction and detailed finish work, some of which has been showcased in the "Professional Builder" magazine.

Upon retiring in 2006, I decided to hone my skills in woodturning by studying with Ed Good, a local teacher and highly skilled woodturner. My enjoyment of the woodturning process prompted me to buy a lathe and I have been turning pieces of wood into works of art ever since.

I am a member of the American Association Of Woodturners.