About Us

Emerge is a husband and wife team dedicated to creating magical and memorable items for your events, birthdays, cosplays or any occassion. Through a combination of costuming and 3D printing, we provide services to both individuals and theaters in the area. 

Meet the Team

Rachel Ellis

Rachel has worked in multiple educational venues in Marion County for the last 9 years, including as adjunct Journalism professor at Fairmont State University. Currently, she teaches theater part time at Fairmont Catholic school. Rachel is a professional costume designer and seamstress who loves coming up with fun and creative ways to express herself! She owns History in Skirts--a educational company providing living history experiences with women in history to local businesses and schools. Rachel has worked on numerous shows and exhibitions. Her favourite musical is Les Miserables! 

Michael Ellis 

Michael has done a little bit of everything around town--he's a drummer, a 3D printer, a storyteller, a game nerd, and an all around fix-it guy. He also was a manager for The Ranch Quick Lube in Morgantown for 7.5 years, and is an expert at oil changes. Michael has experience working with teen facilities and has a love for helping teens flourish. He's also our certified nerd--Star Wars, Marvel, DC, etc---he's willing to talk about it. Michael's favorite superhero is Spiderman!