Meet Amy Skidmore – Advocate for Unique Artists & Community Wonder

Amy is a millwright and artist who first connected with Marquette Fringe as a volunteer in 2022. In Fringe, they found friendship, creativity, and a coven of like-minded crafters, which inspired them to step up as a Member at Large on the board. Their mission? To be a voice for weird artists, helping provide the same opportunities that Fringe gave them—a space to showcase their work, feel validated, and build lasting friendships.

If you’ve ever enjoyed the fun games at Fall Phantasm, you have Amy to thank! They’ve designed and administered these playful challenges, loving nothing more than watching kids work together and light up with enthusiasm, pride, and the realization that they are special and magical.

Outside of their work and time on the board, Amy is a fencer with the NMU HEMA club and an active participant in Marquest events. Whether through art, craftsmanship, or community, Amy continues to bring joy, opportunity, and a touch of magic to Fringe.