Fulton County 911 Communications Director Gail Karas turned a dream into reality when she opened Rustique Fox in 2021. Open mostly Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  the barntique, located at 5412 West 100 North in rural Rochester, provides a wide range of unique items from fashion, florals, antiques, art and more. 

Looking to expand the barntique this year more than ever, Karas plans on hosting quarterly events and partnering with other local businesses, as well as sharing her life-long passion for art with the community with future art classes.

Also running the Facebook page Gail Karas Fine Art & Studio, Karas keeps the Rustique Fox slightly separate from her studio. Her work is on display and for sale in the barntique on everything from canvases, clothing items, post cards and more. 

Karas hopes to inspire others to continue art as much as other artists have inspired her. 

As time goes on and business picks up, Karas hopes to expand the hours to more than just the weekends. To keep up with upcoming events and changes you can find Rustique Fox on Facebook or visit her website at https://rustiquefoxboutique.com.