Sam Betancourt
The youngest recipient of the Exnihilo Jr-Artist-Residency is Sam Betancourt. Normally a program for college bound high schoolers, at nine years old this young man showed talent and determination.
Claire Busch
Claire is a multi-disciplinary designer. In addition to jewelry, she's also practiced gemstone cutting, graphic design, apparel, packaging and toys. She even has been a fencing instructor!