Atelier Telluride was founded 2001 in Telluride, Colorado - where the nature, mountain air, and vibrant local spirit inspire everything we create. Every stitch is done locally. We value the slowness of the process - choosing intention over haste, craft over mass production.

Joanie Schwarz, Founder of Atelier Telluride, has been known in the publishing world for over 25 years, for portraiture as well as fine art. Creating art and clothing that is imbued with unconditional love brings her life meaning. Her work has been on the covers of Time, Us News and World Report, NY Times Magazine and the LA Times.