Ilana is a process artist and workshop facilitator. She has worked in experiential education for over ten years and is trained in Reggio Emilia, Trauma- Informed facilitation, and the Jewish Studio Process. She is also the founder of The Mothers' Studio, a creative community for mothers of all ages and stages. Connect with Ilana on all things process-art, puppets, and Dreamwork's She-Ra!

Martin is our Program Coordinator

Max graduated with a degree in Apparel Design and Production in 2023, and has been cosplaying since 2012. Soon after they discovered cosplay, they started learning how to sew and craft their own costumes. Now they have over a decade of expertise and are still striving to learn and grow as a creative. Max specializes in sewing and fabrication, graphic design, and costume design. They are eager to help others explore new hobbies and interests, especially those wanting to learn sewing, try cosplaying, or costume making, for the first time.

Sam (she/fae) is our Events Coordinator.  From festivals to themed parties and shows, she has been creating immersive events and experiences for people for almost a decade. Her love of making magic through events bloomed from a love for theatre and cosplay. She has been cosplaying and performing for 15years and is so excited to share her knowledge and experience with others. She also leads our electronics club and specializes with Cricut and Sewing and fabric arts.

Chelsea runs our Creative Teens Club.

Nova is a University of Hawaii at Manoa graduate who majored in Studio Art. With that degree, he does illustration commissions outside of his work at Social Medium, drawing people's original characters (ocs) or even fanart of characters from existing IP's. Nova loves all things drawing; digital or traditional, he can do both! That doesn't mean he isn't open to learning new skills, though. Lately, he's been getting into hand-sewing and 3D printing. Regardless of what you need help with on your projects, Nova will be happy to help.

Zoe is a part of our weekend staff.

Although making things has been a passion for Ben since his first Tech Theater class in middle school, he started his career in education. After years of incorporating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) into classroom curriculum, Ben co-created a Science and Technology summer camp which he helped run for 4 years. Now he is excited to bring the creativity of STEAM and the fun of summer camp to people of all ages.

DJ makes cool stuff.

My therapist said this place can never close!

-Multiple Members

I made great friends and amazing crafts at Social Medium. I can't imagine my life without this place now, and go often. It's a welcoming space for all good kind people.

-Alyona

I cannot say enough about this little gem within our community. My 13 year old son wants to practically live there. Social Medium's eclectic activities for both, children and adults, is one of a kind and the location could not be better. 

-Ellie

The vibe is welcoming. The staff are quite talented makers and it is clear that this place is a labor of love. The level of thoughtfulness that went into every aspect of the space is very apparent.

-Hollie