North Texas Makers was founded in 2019 by Madison (Mercer) Schmidt and David Baker. The two met while working at a brewery and event space in Denton, where Madison managed events, and David contributed to marketing and visual aspects. Madison and David combined their skillets and shared passion for art to host several art shows and festivals. What began as a small monthly art show has evolved into an arts organization dedicated to creating a space for small businesses and creatives to thrive.