A Visit from Brandon Avery of The Social Tour

Brandon Avery from The Social Tour stopped by my studio at JuxtaHub, and the energy he brought with him was electric. We sat down to chat about all things silversmithing, community, and creativity—plus Hen, of course, who never misses a chance to be part of the story.

Our conversation moved the way molten silver does—shifting, sparking, and occasionally overflowing—as we explored what it really means to balance art, entrepreneurship, and a brain that never wants to stay in one lane. We talked about the grind of running a small business, the joy of making something with your hands, and how JuxtaHub is becoming a hub (pun intended) for artists of every stripe.

What stood out most was Brandon’s curiosity. He didn’t just sit back and ask questions—he jumped into the process, watched silver scraps melt into new life, and started dreaming about what kind of jewelry he might want to make next time. His excitement reminded me why I do what I do: because creativity is contagious, and sharing it multiplies the spark.

If you’ve ever wanted to peek behind the scenes of a metalsmith’s bench, hear what it’s like to juggle art and business with a neurodivergent mind, or just hang out in the buzz of JuxtaHub for a while, this episode is for you.

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