Jess Cowher, a native of Southbridge, Massachusetts, developed a passion for photography during her teenage years. Documenting her life and friendships through images, she honed her skills early on.After earning an A.S. in Nuclear Medicine, Jess transitioned her career into RadiologyIT. In 2004, she married her childhood friend, Matthew.As life continued on, Jess rediscovered her […]
Cathy Lovell’s lifelong interest in the creative arts continues to guide her through a gratifying career as both art educator and studio artist. A graduate of the University of New Hampshire and Wesleyan University, Cathy has taught in the Newton, MA, Greenwich, CT and East Lyme, CT public school systems. She has also taught private […]
Marjan (pronounced “mar-john”) obtained her Bachelor and Masters in Fine Arts at the Academy of Fine Arts, Bologna, Italy. She was also a painting instructor at the Bologna and the Ravenna Academies of Fine Arts. She has been a professional painter for over 20 years with exhibitions in Venice, Milan, Bologna, Ferrara, Ravenna, and Berlin. […]
Jena Maki is an artist known primarily for her landscape work in oils. Working in realism, and inspired by the picturesque landscapes of New England, her paintings transport viewers into a realm where reality seamlessly merges with the imagined. Maki’s artistic journey is defined by a profound connection to the autumnal essence of nature. While […]
Gillian Carson, originally from England, now resides in charming Essex, CT, where she finds inspiration in the rich history of New England and her English roots. Her passion for crafting jewelry manifests in pieces that harmonize old-world elegance with modern sensibility. With a distinct floral and vintage aesthetic, Gillian specializes in crafting heirloom-quality hairvines, combs, […]
Anne Marie Papineau is a fine artist living in Litchfield, CT. She received her BFA in Printmaking with a minor in drawing. Subtle drawing detail and layered texture developed through the printmaking process continues into her other art media. Papineau Studio distinctive glassware is created by first etching, then painting in multiple layers on crystal […]
Sky and Sun Earrings Marjan (pronounced “mar-john”) obtained her Bachelor and Masters in Fine Arts at the Academy of Fine Arts, Bologna, Italy. She was also a painting instructor at the Bologna and the Ravenna Academies of Fine Arts. She has been a professional painter for over 20 years with exhibitions in Venice, Milan, Bologna, […]
Summer Splash, acrylic on canvas, 16in h x 40 in w Marjan (pronounced “mar-john”) obtained her Bachelor and Masters in Fine Arts at the Academy of Fine Arts, Bologna, Italy. She was also a painting instructor at the Bologna and the Ravenna Academies of Fine Arts. She has been a professional painter for over 20 […]
“ROCK-A-BYE BABY”, Wood, Acrylic and Fabric, 15” H x 20” L x 19” W Pamela Chandler is a 26-year resident of Essex, Connecticut. Originally a classical ballet dancer, Pamela’s past experiences with dance and music are now expressing themselves through her latest works. She breathes life into damaged or vintage treasures and transforms them into […]
Say Yes to Your Creative Self by Mary O’Connor, paperback, 132 pages, Three Chairs Publishing, Branford, CT “Say Yes! to Your Creative Self” is an invitation to creativity. Written by Old Saybrook author, poet, painter and lover of nature, Mary O’Connor, this full-color, self-help book is filled with tips and prompts, photos and inspirational writings on […]
Children & Doll Duet Aprons, 100% cotton After retiring as office manager in a dermatology office for 20 yrs. and running her own Bridal Consignment Shop called Ragz.Riches, Lorraine Lapman wanted to keep busy. Thoughts of her grandmother who wore aprons every day to protect her dress while she was cooking sparked her imagination. Lorraine enjoys […]
Metal Gift Bag Centerpiece, chalk poaint, decoupage with crackle finish Gloria Mazzeo is the owner and creator of a small business, Eclectic KREATIONS, where she handmakes, repurposes, and upcycles thrifted store items in an eclectic array. She takes great pride and satisfaction in her “KREATIONS.” She feels very blessed to work for herself, doing what […]
Grampy Reading by the Trellis, watercolor Pat Parente has worked in all mediums including watercolor, oil, acrylic, cut paper, collage and graphic design. Walks in nature are an influence as well as travel – locally and internationally. Referencing art history is also an inspiration for her cut paper works. Her oil painting “Churchill Park Pond” […]
Nathan’s, watercolor, 20in h x 20in w June Bisantz is known for her detailed watercolors that preserve the characteristic signage and architectural details of American cities and towns. She received her Master of Fine Arts degree from Claremont Graduate University in California, and has lived and worked in Boston, Los Angeles and New York City. […]
Scuba, mixed media on paper., 14in h x 11in w Jennifer Avallone loves what she does. Paper art has been her outlet for art and creativity for over a decade. Her journey started in the fall of 2011. She was at a fair and a woman was making paper quilled flowers. Jennifer purchased a starter […]
Flower Secrets, Oil, 15.5in h x12.5in w Christina Cowan is a full-time artist in Connecticut as well as a licensed social worker. She grew up surrounded by art and involved in art, as both her mom and aunt are artists, sharing an art studio together. Christina has volunteered at the Killingworth Art Center while in […]
Beachtime Necklace, lampwork Sandra and Whitney Huber are lampwork artisans located in Essex, Connecticut. The Hubers built their lampworking studio in 2011 at their home in Essex and founded Huber Glass Bead Makers to offer their work for sale. Sandy has had a lifelong interest in many art forms; her educational background is in art […]
HH-Stonewall Community Farm, Inc. is a 5013c non-profit charitable corporation that offers service unlike any other organization in the state of Connecticut. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse range of programs that includes community service initiatives, the development of community gardens, job training, and equine assisted unmounted activities in other words our ‘Buddy Program’. […]
Pine Needle Basket w Painted Bird and Handles, long leaf pine needles, wooden center w. painted bird, raffia, string, 9in h x 11in w After thirty years of management in Human Resources and technology, Ann Carney and her husband retired from Connecticut and Pennsylvania jobs to twenty-three years of Florida living. They spent winters exploring Florida and […]
Flying My Bike, fine art photograph, 16.25in h x 20.25in w Maryann has lived in Old Saybrook, CT since 1991. She is a Chicago native and former research scientist with a PhD in Molecular Biophysics from Florida State University. Since leaving the world of research, she has had time to pursue two favorite passions: photography […]
Vibrant Wave Pendant Jessica Pack has always had a passion for the mysterious and mystical aspects of life, even from childhood. Since 2008, her interests have been deeply rooted in energy healing, spirituality, and the exploration of both contemporary and ancient methods for nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. She holds qualifications as a Licensed […]
Lemonade Princess, oil on canvas, 26in h x 23in w Born in Amaseno, Italy on April 7, 1955, Louie Pisterzi began his artistic exploration at Vanier College, where he immersed himself in a multifaceted curriculum encompassing architecture, painting, drawing, and photography. This diverse educational background nurtured Pisterzi’s creative instincts and provided him with a solid […]
Sarah Watson Anderson has always had an eye for creative photography even as a child using her first Brownie camera. While in high school, she had formal instruction in photography and more recently through an online course called iPhone Photography School. She loves to photograph nature, sunsets, beach scenes, seasonal scenes, mountains, and people. As […]
Lynelle Abel is a self-taught pressed flower artist. After retiring from her leadership position in the Patient Experience division at the Yale New Haven Healthcare System, Lynelle found herself searching for a new creative outlet that would combine her love of flowers and nature – with the ability to share these gifts with others. Lynelle […]
The Woman in the Sun, polymer clay Sharyn Farrell received a box camera from her father at the age of 8 and has been shooting ever since. She has traveled to 19 countries focusing on photojournalism and abstract photography. Education and Memberships in the field of visual arts include The University of Connecticut, Manchester Community […]
Buzzing Bumblebee Headband Sharon Lee Mullen-Reynolds knew in High School that she was to be an Art teacher. That is exactly what she did; for 36 years she taught Visual Art in the city of New Haven. Her career hi-light was teaching 22 years at the Betsy Ross Arts Magnet Middle School. During her tenure […]
Dragonfly Ripples Vase, stoneware clay, glaze, underglaze, and silkscreened design Megan McNivens is a ceramic artist hailing from Old Saybrook, CT. She received her Bachelors in Studio Art from Central Connecticut State University, under the direction of Vicente Garcia. Upon her graduation in 2022, she started her business Knollwood Pottery and committed to working as […]
Ultimate Power, pressed botanicals, 14×14 Lynelle Abel is a self-taught pressed flower artist. After retiring from her leadership position in the Patient Experience division at the Yale New Haven Healthcare System, Lynelle found herself searching for a new creative outlet that would combine her love of flowers and nature – with the ability to share […]
Sailing Close to the Wind, watercolor, 21.5in h x 28in w John Murray was born in New Haven Ct. Throughout his life has pursued a love for Art and design. Spent over forty years in the packaging industry in the Design Department has several Patents and received many awards in the Packaging Industry. He has […]
Sleepless, steel, high density foam, epoxy, repurposed obejects, paint, 14in h x 12in L x 11in w Dana Filibert’s work invokes humor, creating sculptures that incorporate animal forms with references to the decorative arts in stylized cloud formations, creating a display of playful mischief. Internationally exhibited sculptor and installation artist, she received a B.F.A. from […]
Lobster Boats, acrylic on canvas, 13.5in h x 17.5in w Ceal Swift began painting 15 years ago, taking her first class at Silvermine School of Art in New Canaan, CT, where she studied with Alex McFarlane, Chris Golbach, and Carey Parker Schwartz, and Anda Styler at Rowayton Art Center. This led to a new journey […]
Sushi Anyone? Side Dish Tom O’Connell, a 50-year advertising veteran, lived many years in France, Italy, and Germany. It was particularly his eight years in Italy that developed a keen interest in stained glass. This ultimately led him to take practical courses back in the States under the direction of Fabio Pizzolli, a world-renowned stained-glass […]
Rapt in Gold Hoop Earrings, Sterling Silver Sharon Smith-Alling is fairly new to jewelry design and metalsmithing but has been long-interested and involved in creative arts. Born and raised in Branford, she attended Fashion Institute of Technology and afterwards worked as an assistant buyer in the fashion industry in New York City. A talented seamstress, […]
Rainbow Bracelet After earning my BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing (and a Studio Art minor), I entered the workforce in Consumer Packaged Goods as a market research analyst. Flash forward 17 years and an MBA later, I was doing rather well in business and in my career but always felt as […]
Euro (Mont Blanc) Pen, wood and acrylic resin Over the past decade since starting pen turning Larry has progressed to the point of offering exceptionally high quality writing instruments for sale. To him it is an enjoyable and intriguing process which starts with selecting the piece of wood or resin to use. With wood, burls […]
Treasures from Atlantis Pendant, kiln formed art glass, 18 snake chain, lobster claw clasp, sterling silver plated findings, pendant size: 1 1/4H x 1 1/8″W” See Jeni’s work available for purchase online Trained in a variety of fine arts media Jeni Gray-Roberts is an emerging artist working predominantly in kiln-formed glass. Her glasswork evokes the […]
Rainbow Himelli Suncatcher, genuine quartz and glass crystals with brass, 19 x 5 inches See Gwendolyn’s work available for purchase online Gwendolyn Grant of Ivoryton, Ct has been practicing arts and creative endevours for most of her life. Her love for the arts led to her become a stylist in California, while practicing drawing, painting, […]
Antique White Salt Pig, stoneware with Old Yellow glaze, 5in h x 3 1/2in w Eric grew up in rural, Northern New Jersey and graduated with a BS from Southern Connecticut State University. He then went on to finish his Masters of Education at Sacred Heart University, and completed more post Master’s work at Yale […]
Klimt Necklace, fiber Jillian has a background in art and has taken classes at the Art Center Killingworth, the Guilford Art Center, Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC, New England Fashion and Design Association, and Bard College at Simon’s Rock. She enjoys fashion and costume design and has won awards for her costuming for the […]
Acqua Pool Bracelet Lisa Fatone now works from her home studio; concentrating on freelance graphic design, original watercolors and greeting cards as well as jewelry design. A 1982 Graduate of Paier College of Art and Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, CT.; Lisa holds a bachelor’s degree in Fine Art. Fatone, along with a partner […]
Blissful Bloom, pressed botanicals on cardstock See Anna’s work available for purchase online Anna Sidorow is a self-taught artist working in mixed media: collage, printing, painting who primarily creates small works of art. Her paintings are semi abstract, and more than just the subject, the colors, shapes, movement and the paint itself gives the image […]
Pale Pink Flower Power Earrings, beads Michele Kleiman is a native New Yorker, coming of age in gritty lower Manhattan. Since then, she has lived in Philadelphia and Boston, before exchanging city bustle for the beautiful and scenic lower Connecticut river Valley 30 years ago. Michele has always loved tactile forms of art expression- including […]
Blue Heart Bag, leather Connecticut-born Monique Fazzone has spent a lifetime pursuing fiber arts. Fazzone’s passion for over 30 years has been working as a professional costume technician and pattern maker. She has worked with the Yale Repertory Theater (David Geffen School of Drama), Hartford Stage, Long Wharf Theatre, Goodspeed Musical Theatre, Santa Fe Opera, […]
3 – 6 Months Blushing Baby Moccasins Valerie Owens, influenced and guided by her mother, began sewing doll clothes at a very young age and then making clothes for herself. This was the start of her love of taking a piece of fabric and creating something both beautiful, and useful. Over time, Valerie stretched her […]
Sunny Sunflower Felted Box Set, acrylic and wool Kristen Owens began crafting at age 10 and sold all the items she displayed at a neighbor’s holiday boutique. Often relocating, Kristen developed her sewing skills making pillows, curtains, and decor, with her mother’s long-distance instruction, as she redid each home. Now retired, Kristen worked in public […]
White Cloud Tumbler Hayne Bayless is a self-taught ceramic artist who established Sideways Studio in Ivoryton, CT in 1990. In 1992, after 10 years at a perfectly good job at a newspaper, he quit to make pots. He abandoned wheel-throwing early on, preferring the freedom of handbuilding afforded by slabwork and extrusions. Bayless uses silkscreens […]
Atlantic Cod, hand carved basswood sculpture, acrylic painted and stained, taxidermic glass eyes, 38 1/2in w × 15in h, 5lbs See Casey’s work available for purchase online Each fish is hand-cut and hand-carved from 2” thick planks of basswood. Because no templates are used, each one is a true original. The tail is flattened and […]
Happy Bees Decorative Shell, scallop flat shell, paint, decoupage, epoxy Meet Barbara Hernandez- Froehlich, a retired 20-year law enforcement veteran from New York, now living in Connecticut. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, and for the past two years embarking in her new adventure…. creating small mixed media art. Self-taught, she decorates seashells […]
Wine and Gold Scarf, wool and silk See Catherine’s work available for purchase online Creating with her hands has long been part of Catherine Stebinger’s life as a pastry chef. Now retired from the kitchen, that need for tactile expression has been translated into fiber. Catherine layers, rolls, kneads, and dyes various types of […]
Dancer dark Red Pendant, 18 in. Argentium silver and silver plated permanently colored copper wire, Argentium lobster clasp Mary Anne Sherman has been creating jewelry since 1989, starting with earrings made from seashells. She soon began taking metalsmithing classes at Rhode Island School of Design and Brookfield Craft Center to create more permanent and intricate […]
Fire Flow Cup, stoneware – pearlescent red-orange, watertight, food, microwave, dishwasher safe, 3in h x 3 1/2in w Yessenia Gerace, Art Teacher at Lincoln Elementary School in the Consolidated School District of New Britain, CT. She holds a K-12 Art Education certification and a B.A. in Ceramics and Business Marketing from Central Connecticut State University. […]
Small Mosaic Earrings, golden carnelian Lisa Medoff has been making jewelry for over 30 years. She originates from Brooklyn where she received a BA in Cultural Anthropology. The relationship between art and culture has always been an inspiration in her work. She began her jewelry studies at the Craft Students League in New York City. […]
Seafaire Wall Vase Terry Van Heusen earned a BFA in Illustration from RISD. Her career in the commercial arts afforded various opportunities including advertising, design, and sculpture for the giftware industry. As Art Director in the Creative Services Department at Hasbro Inc., the toy company, she designed packaging for Play-Doh® and other global brands. Now […]
Blue Tapestry Platter, fused glass, 12×12 See Joan’s work available for purchase online Joan Weir began working with glass in 2003. After a 10-year hiatus during which she concentrated on getting her Master’s in Deaf Education and PhD in Curriculum & Instruction. She has returned to stained glass and the design of unique and […]
Wake Up House! Illustrated children’s book, signed by author See Don’s work available for purchase online Don Carter is a creative director, designer and illustrator. A graduate of Paier College of Art in Hamden, Don has over thirty years of experience designing and art directing for Connecticut ad agencies.He has been awarded for art direction, […]
Misty the Rabbit Holly Walker is happily retired and now finally has the time to enjoy her love of gardening, crocheting and creating a variety of crafts. Holly learned to crochet in her early twenties, and through the years made items for family, friends, and Church fairs. She has always had an interest in designing, […]
Purple House See Lyn’s work available for purchase online Lyn Harper’s ceramic work is inspired in part by the design aesthetic of Scandinavia. The houses of Iceland, the fabric prints of Sweden and Finland and the clean lines of everyday objects. Her work is not limited to one clay or firing process; stoneware, porcelain, […]
Flora Cat Strut Apron. Made of 100% cotton duck cloth. See Kathleen’s work available for purchase online
Drawn, acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas Gloria Nilsson is a professional teaching artist. She enjoys teaching art at Spectrum Gallery, including the Fashion Illustration & Nature Camp programs. Gloria also teaches a weekly art program at Masonicare at Chester Village and was the Art Instructor at St. Mary School, Branford, CT (now East Shoreline Catholic […]
Purple Passion Triangle Shawl Dale grew up in a farming community where crafting handmade items was expected and valued. She’s been knitting and crocheting since she was a child and her mom taught her how. She states “The yarns available these days provide a perfect canvas for me to explore color and texture. I believe that […]
How Many Lines in a Limerick, children’s book of poetry Artist Jennifer Gibson lives in Trumansburg, NY. While she has illustrated two children’s books and continues to develop her portfolio in commercial art, in recent years she has increasingly gone deeper into traditional painting. Growing up in Penn Yan, NY, she was encouraged from a […]
Ocean Blue Soap Dish with Soap Sharon K. Lewis has been using fused glass as a creative outlet for the past 12 years. She enjoys the forgiving nature of the medium (Don’t like it? Turn it into something else!) and having a right-brain alternative to her left-brain career of Business Coaching. She enjoys developing her […]
Aurora Borealis Earrings, copper fired to create colors, Sterling silver earwires, Earring drop 2 inches See Robert’s work available for purchase online Robert grew up in Branford, CT, a beautiful coastal town. He was a regular Tom Sawyer loving fishing, birding, and nature in general. He also knew from an early age, that he was […]
I Dream of Venice Bracelet Joanna Biskupski earned an MFA in graphic design from the Institute of Fine Arts, Krakow, Poland and was awarded a Fellowship from the Polish Association of Artists; and a grant from the Polish Ministry of Art and Culture. She has worked as a book designer and illustrator and has executed […]
Pocketful of Berries See Beverly’s work available for purchase online Beverly welds, fuses, solders, hammers, brazes, enamels, and cold connects metals, while often integrating silk, paper, paint, and organic materials into her pieces. Beginning with separate, distinct, and individual entities, she builds and compounds each segment to form a cohesive whole. Using any number […]
Three Blue Feathers Ceil Rossi lived in Arizona for over 26 years and it was during this time she discovered gourds, the magical art form of the southwest. She learned from the best, taking classes from well-known gourd artists in the Southwest. Ceil became a respected member of the gourd artist community. She then opened […]
Ursa Minor Fairy House, mini-sculpture, pinecone and shells Samantha spent her life Exploring rocky beaches and daydreaming in the lush forests of New England. A family trip to Monhegan Island in Maine sparked her love of Fairy Houses. Samantha forages for bark, leaves and shells in Connecticut, Vermont and Maine to use for building her sculptures. Samantha […]
Autumn Scape Silk Scarf Rosanna Mitchell is a fine artist who creates and teaches botanical printing on paper and fabric. She has recently started a clothing and home accessory line using botanical printing and ice dyeing techniques for original, one-of-a-kind, loungewear, baby clothes, scarves, sportswear, pillows, cards, and many other items. Rosanna moved to CT […]
Mermaids, acrylic on canvas, 13in h x 16in w Amy Valiante’s love for art started at a young age as an art major at the Walnut Hill School of the performing arts. From there a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration was obtained at Syracuse University. Her paintings consist of landscapes, cityscapes, seascapes, animals and […]
#1-Cat Playing with Blue Thread Guy Veryzer has an interdisciplinary career as a ceramic artist and collage mixed media painter. He calls his ceramic world: Archeology of the Imagination. As an artist Guy’s work steps easily across the waking world from the land of dream into the boundaries separating realism from haunted surrealism. Viewers become […]
Paua Shell Cuff, Paua shell, patterned copper and sterling silver See Gabriella’s work available for purchase online Gabby DuCharme is a professional landscape and portrait artist. She creates works of art that capture the unique beauty of locations and the innate personality of pets. With over twenty-five years of experience, Gabby is passionate about connecting […]
Hungry Heron Glass Panel, fused glass See Ellen’s work available for purchase online After viewing many breathtaking stained glass cathedral windows during a trip to Europe, and watching glass blowing in Murano, Italy, Ellen Marshall fell in love with glass. When she returned home, she began doing research about American made glass and soon took […]
Whiskey Cup – 8 Justin Gerace is a certified k-12 art educator and professional ceramic artist. Justin has been an instructor at Wesleyan Potters and at Guilford Arts and Craft Center for over five years. Justin has exhibited and sold his work nationwide in different galleries and exhibitions, gaining him recognition from NBCs“Today Show” and […]
Spring Crocus Bracelet Joan Wenzel has been a crafter since she was a little girl – she learned to sew when she was 8 years old and is still sewing – but now sewing with beads, beads, beads. As a jewelry designer she works with Japanese seed beads, Czech glass, semi-precious stones, crystals and handmade lamp […]
Barbie Pink Kumihono Necklace Susan Braden Hull is obsessed with beads and jewelry design. You could say she never met a bead she didn’t like. A self-taught jewelry designer and maker, Susan was part of the team at the Bead Hive in Guilford for over 5 years and still is a member of that vibrant […]
Husband & Wife Spoon Set, wood burning on black birch wood Wife: 7in h x 1.5in w, Husband: 9in h x 2in w See Glenn’s work available for purchase online “No power tools!” That’s what Glenn Paskiewicz said to himself as he started his journey. Paskiewicz truly enjoys making things with his hands. Carving spoons […]
Maple Bowl, watertight maple wood bowl, beaded base, tung oil finish, 5in h x 3in w See Dutch’s work available for purchase online Dutch took a basic wood turning course at the Brookfield (CT) Craft Center in 2006 and has been turning bowls and other items ever since. He has done commission work for architectural […]
Grasshopper Flying Earrings Sherie Gage is an enamel and ceramic artist, and designer. She received her bachelors in Fine Arts from the University of Connecticut in 2008 with an emphasis in sculpture. She has taught art to people of all ages, in the public schools, and in community art centers. She started her art business, […]
Faceted Aqua Necklace Carol Dorman, recently deceased, has been showing at Spectrum Gallery for many years. As a result, we will continue to show Carol’s jewelry that we still have in our inventory. Carol’s jewelry designing began as an accidental attempt to make pottery. Twenty years ago, Carol took her first jewelry class at Wesleyan […]
Pink Cloud Knit Hat Marsha Borden is an artist who works primarily in mixed media and fiber. She uses abundant, easily available materials and asks her viewers to consider the ideas of waste, excess, consumerism, function, and beauty. In her work, she exploits the properties of the common supermarket plastic bag by cutting, twisting, weaving, […]
Autumn Leaves Bowl, porcelain with underglaze decoration. Underglaze and clear glaze, cone 10. Watertight, food, microwave, oven, dishwasher safe. See Lisa’s work available for purchase online After 30 plus years as a Soil Scientist for the US Department of Agriculture, Lisa retired this fall to spend more time with her pottery. With a craving to […]
Hummingbirds Samuel Carlson has been woodworking as a hobby for 7 years and is now expanding into selling his artwork. He is self taught from his home garage and has spent 4 years working part time at a local cabinet shop in Connecticut. While being a hobbyist woodworker, Samuel has been attending McGill University as […]
Complex Cane Pendant, polymer, resin, gold-filled bail and chain Kristie’s interest in art started at a young age. Looming led to experimenting with bead-weaving. Bead-weaving was the first art form Kristie taught to others, regularly for over 20 years. She is certified as a PMC instructor and an Art Clay instructor, and taught classes in […]
Fishing After Dark, fine art photograph, 8in h x 12in w Carol Lowbeer loves photographing animals, seascape, and nature photography which she enhances with a variety of digital painterly effects to recreate the mood of the original scene. She especially enjoys photographing animals interacting with one another which bring their individual personalities to life. She […]
Sandpiper on Carved Oyster Shell, bird carved from basswood painted with acrylic paint, base carved to resemble an oyster shell, 5 1/2in h x 5 1/2in w A carver/artist for over 30 years. He studied his paint detailing under Keith Meuller, who is a World Champion Artist/Carver. Most of his work is done using basswood […]
Chickadee on Branch with Leaves, carving basswood, 3.25in h × 4in w Darrell’s interest in carving started when his brother in law decided to carve decoys to hunt over. He admired his carvings and expressed a desire to give it a try. He took Darrell under his wing and he has been carving ever since. […]
Lavendar & Pearly White Scarflet Growing up in Switzerland Sylvia learned from an early age on to make all sorts of handcrafts. She especially liked to knit. Sylvia made many sweathers, socks, etc., mostly as gifts for family and friends. Later on, when working as a Flight Attendant for PanAm and traveling the world, she […]
Rainbow Dichroic Glass Pendant Fused glass artist Kat Huddleston embraces nature in her art, both in her dichroic jewelry and her fused glass sculptures. Inspired by the four elements in nature… fire, water, wind, and earth, the award-winning artist uses the organic elements of her materials to bring the glass to life. While Huddleston has […]
Rain Cloud Sugar & Creamer, stoneware, high fire glaze, food safe, oven safe, microwave safe, dishwasher safe, watertight See Amanda’s work available for purchase online Amanda Bartel first began her pottery career in Ithaca, NY when she asked a local artist for private lessons. Shortly after, Amanda and her housemates built their own studio in […]
Hello Spring Basket!, natural twine and cotton Elayne Stratz is an avid, lifelong woodcrafter primarily. She also enjoys poetry, journaling, paper mache, oils, acrylics, watercolors, beading, sewing, knitting, crocheting and pine needle basketry. She has a special love of racewalking and beach combing. Just adore, admire and appreciate all forms of art. She is always […]
Silver and Gold Cuff, vintage fabric, lace, buttons, beads Jill O’Brien was raised in Connecticut by a very creative and industrious mother and father a fine craftsman. Jill’s family times together always involved creativity in some form whether it be sewing, painting, knitting, foraging the local forests for materials to decorate their home, cooking, or […]
Looking for the Light, Sea glass, card stock, gel ink, MDF black frame, frame width: 3/4in. Acid free white matte, picture glass, .75 in. Matte W: 5.5 top/bottom 5.8 sides. Frame dimension is 1 inch See Christina’s work available for purchase online Cristina Lugo relocated to CT after hurricane María hit her home island of […]
Hippy Dippy Nag Champa Soap, olive oil, palm oil, coconut oil, caster oil, fragrance and micas 4ozs See Cathy and Eric’s work available for purchase online Our names are Cathy and Eric Phinney and we own Silk Milk Soapery LLC. We started soaping as a hobby 3 years ago and have transformed into what we […]
Silver & Amazonite Ring See Lori’s work available for purchase online Lori Meehan, the metalsmith and designer behind LMM Design, creates handcrafted, artisanal jewelry using modern and ancient techniques. She grew up in rural western New York State and went to college in Rochester, NY and London, England where she studied marketing. While working […]
Blue Blooded See Linda’s work available for purchase online Linda is a Connecticut artist who loves to wander in nature, searching for quiet inspiration and beauty in the world around her. She is known for her decorative ceramics, often whimsical in nature, as well as her expressive portrait ceramics. When not working in ceramics, […]
Simple Helianthus Fedora Hat Elaine has always sewed, knitted and crocheted learning from her mother and her grandmother as a child. She enjoys working with fabric and fiber to create unique colorful garments, handbags and toys that bring her joy and a smile. After 30 years as an environmental planner she can now enjoy playing […]
Gardenscape Hi-Low Top, silk with garden flower dyes, shorter in front and longer in back, small to medium See Mallorey’s work available for purchase online Massachusetts based artist, Mallorey Caron, found her inspiration in her grandmother’s garden. Each botanical print is a homage to the carefully tended and lush blooms she grew up surrounded by. […]
Variegated Green Paisley Tumbler Megan Cassidy explores the technical and formal qualities of relief patterned surfaces on both decorative and functional wheel thrown ceramics. She is currently finishing her Master’s of Science in Art Education Degree at Central Connecticut State University where she focused on developing a series of vessels that pushes the structural integrity […]
Hummingbird Delight Stained Glass Panel, copper foil, solder, wire, fish line, 8.375in h x 10in w Maryann has lived in Old Saybrook, CT since 1991. She is a Chicago native and former research scientist with a PhD in Molecular Biophysics from Florida State University. Since leaving the world of research, she has had time to […]
Wild Geranium Vase Lynne received her BA in Art Education from Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) in NJ and a MALS from Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT where she was fortunate to study with Mary Risley, who was an amazing inspiration. In addition, she has taken classes at Wesleyan Potters for many years, becoming […]
Sea Urchins Bracelet, Glass beads with slide clasp base metal. Bracelet length 7.” See Leigh’s work available for purchase online Leigh has always played with fiber since childhood. Her grandmothers taught her knitting, crocheting, embroidery and sewing. She lives on a farm in Western Connecticut with a horse, donkey, chickens, dogs and a little Soay […]
Woven Indigo Tie-dye Necklace, Indigo dye, cotton See Michiyo’s work available for purchase online Michiyo Shinohara (a.k.a. Shino) was born in Japan. She majored in fashion design and handicraft at Bunka Fashion College, an art collage in Japan known for producing many prize winners in the Japanese fashion industry. Deeply interested in creating women’s accessories, […]
Washed Pears, Terra Cotta Bas Relief wall sculpture. Low fire, with black patina. 11in h x 9in w x 1.25in d
A Gaggle of Color Pendant Being the daughter of a mother who paints, knits, crochets and even writes calligraphy, Jessica believed the creative gene skipped her. As a child, she excelled at stick figures, hearts and butterflies. Although she graduated from college with a B.A. in English she never really found her calling. It was […]
Pit-Fired Bottle Vase, stoneware, pit-fired, Iron oxide, porous, not water resistant, 9in h x 4 1/4in w x 4 1/4in d See Paola’s work available for purchase online Paola Evangelista is, first and foremost, a tactile creature as visual and tactile texture plays an important role in her work, whether in ceramics, photography, dressmaking, or […]
Lattice Perfume Bottle, hand blown glass, 5 1/2in h x 2 1/4in w “I am a glass artist and have been blowing glass for 30 years. Early in my career I decided to put the bulk of my energy into making art glass perfume bottles. I believe I am the only glass artist in the […]
Posie Pot, high fire stoneware, watertight, Food, microwave, oven, dishwasher safe See Susan’s work available for purchase online Since 1985, potter Susan Gerr has owned and operated Birch Mountain Pottery, a combined studio and craft showroom in Tolland, CT. Birch Mountain Pottery has presented the community with the opportunity to catch a glimpse into a […]
Glistening Water, fused glass, 1 1/4in h x 1in w See Jackie’s work available for purchase online My name is Jacklyn Koromhas and I grew up and lived in NJ until 2011 when I moved to Connecticut. I graduated college in 2006 with a major in music and business management. I found a love for […]
Big Bowl of Cherries Hannah works primarily on the wheel, although she enjoys some hand building and sculptural detail on pottery as well. Her work tends to be functional, because she wants the objects to be useful as well as beautiful. Hannah designs plates and bowls, vases and candlesticks, casseroles and goblets. Hannah became a […]
It’s a Beautiful Bowl I built a clay replica of Abu Simbel, the Egyptian temple to Ramses II, in the 4th grade. I still have it. Clay is a wonderful flexible media that can be molded and shaped infinitely. I was drawn back to it in adulthood after college. My degree was in Television Production […]
Sheep, felted wool See Laura’s work available for purchase online In 1974, I bought a piece of property on the Madison/Guilford line in CT. At about the same time I graduated from Connecticut College majoring in Studio Art with a strong interest in botany. Slowly over the years my husband and I built housing and […]
Wedding White Crystalline Vessel, Porcelain with Crystalline glaze, watertight. 3 3/4in h x 5 1/2in w See Priscilla’s work available for purchase online “Crystalline glazes have been used in ceramics for hundreds of years. The process is quite lengthy and costly. Pots are thrown and trimmed at which time colored slips can be applied. Mason […]
Firestorm Bowl See Susan’s work available for purchase online Best known for her wheel thrown birdhouses, Susan has been in love with clay since the first time her hands touched it in grade school art class. There was magic in drawing out a malleable lump of clay into something beautiful, permanent and functional. It was […]
Pink Puppy Dog Sweater Christine does not remember when she did not knit. Her mother and grandmother got her started and she has not stopped since! From whimsical mittens, hats and beautiful Icelandic style sweaters to her now famous artful shawls, scarves and necklaces, everything in her collection is handmade with care and expertise by […]
Sky Blue Cream Swirl Vase, white stoneware See Gina’s work available for purchase online Gina Rubin is an award winning Ceramic Artist and Photographer living along the southern New England shoreline. Gina’s sculpture and wheel thrown Ceramic designs are influenced by the coastline with its graceful fluid forms and asymmetrical movement abundantly found along the […]
Enchantment Vase, cone 10, watertight, food safe, 4in h x 7 1/2in w See Rosemary’s work available for purchase online Rosemary was born in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. During her youth she studied art at Saint Joseph’s Art Academy in Pittsburgh. That training and experience lead her to Carnegie Mellon University where she graduated with a […]
See Rashmi’s work available for purchase online Rashmi Talpade is a professional artist with a fine arts degree from Bombay, India with additional specialization in photography and ceramics. Her work has been exhibited and has been purchased by private collectors in USA, India, Middle East, and Europe. Since immigrating to Connecticut in 1991, Rashmi has […]
Carnelian Blossom Earrings, dapped and painted copper, carnelian and quartz, earwires & headpins rose gold filled, earring drop 2 1/16in See Lisa’s work available for purchase online Lisa Pichnarcik has been studying and designing jewelry for over fifteen years. Her metalwork and mixed media designs are rooted in her intensive study and exploration of a […]
Pink Sugar Drop Earrings Emily VanDerMaelen’s imagination has been greatly influenced by her colorful upbringing. She grew up on a small farm, wearing ladybug printed sneakers and a little red coat. She felt beauty, wonder and magic all around her, as she was surrounded by the ever-changing wildlife. She has studied jewelry at the Guilford […]
Amara Childrens Purse As far as she can remember, Linda always kept her hands and mind busy creating things. As a young girl after WW2 in Germany, Linda started weaving, knitting, crochet and sewing her own clothes. Later as a mother of three living in France, knitting was her main hobby, but she also tried […]
Swarovski Flower Lattice Bracelet Heather has been a beader for about 8 years. She and her husband went on vacation to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. There she discovered a bead store and from then on she was hooked. She spent so much time in that bead store that the owner gave her a […]
Skylark- Blouse Irene has always had a passion for creating simple, elegant clothing and unique wearable art. Her love of color, design and fiber has especially developed an interest in nuno felting. She finds this felting process to be both exhilarating and relaxing while creating one-of-a-kind pieces from scarves, purses, brooches and vests to seamless […]
Vesuvius Blue Tray II Steven Bernard has been a potter for over two decades, and a member of Wesleyan Potters since 2003, as well as an art teacher in Ellington for 22 years. While an undergrad at Central Connecticut State University, he was introduced to ceramics which began his lifelong interest. He has since devoted […]
Orange Hornet and Web Spider, beads and wire See Carley’s work available for purchase online Carley’s art began when she was a child, where she would spend hours in hopes of becoming a cartoonist. She grew up in a creative household, with a mother whom created hand-braided rugs. As she grew up, she moved from […]
Pink Furry Bear, 18in tall x 10in wide, spot clean See Theresa’s work available for purchase online By day, Theresa is a a Literacy Coach at Guilford Public Schools. By night, she is a knitter. She has been knitting for 50 years…with time off to raise 3 children. A few years ago, Theresa began knitting hats […]
Market Bag, knitted & felted, wool strap See Isabelle’s work available for purchase online Isabelle Lee has a background in fashion design which allows her to utilize the world of colors in different media. She has learned through the years to work with fabrics, yarns and paints. She creates felted bags, quilts and paintings, always […]
Daisy Chain Earrings See Lauren’s work available for purchase online Lauren Mullaney’s pieces are unique, handmade and custom-designed jewelry featuring various sizes and styles of chain, silk and cotton threadwork, leather cord, pearls, quartz, Swarovski crystals, gold & silver beads, and other mixed media. All pieces are hand-crafted by Lauren Mullaney using a variety […]
Nefertiti II Necklace Linda enjoys designing and making jewelry in a variety of materials: platinum, gold, silver, brass, bronze, and wood, especially ebony. She has made settings for all types of stones and found objects, from classically faceted gems to cabochons, carved shell and bone, and fossilized shark teeth. Saucier spent fifteen years working as […]
Seagreen Island Pendant, sea glass wire wrapped in gold tone aluminum, 17 inch collar, gold tone metal alloy. Pendant: 2in h x 1 1/4in w See Phyllis’ work available for purchase online Phyllis Nolan lived on St.Maarten, where she organized an international jewelry making club. What began as a social activity soon evolved into a […]
Gold Tipped Ebony Wood Ink Pen, wood turned pens, ebony wood with silver plated embellishments, black ink, with velvet pouch Carol Szymanski is an avid woodworker and a woodturner with decades of experience experimenting with wood, her preferred craft medium. An introductory bowl turning class at Norwalk woodcraft hooked her and she immediately bought her […]
Anchor’s Away Platter From one-of-a-kind earrings and necklaces to elegant home decor and functional pieces, Jean enjoys transforming glass into all shapes and sizes. The shades of blue in her glass are inspired by the many oceans she’s sailed. Jean hopes her pieces will take its future owners on adventures of their own. Ever since Jean was a Studio Art major at […]
Blue House with 3 windows and door See Nancy’s work available for purchase online Over 25 years ago my children gave me a gift of pottery classes and I have been making pots ever since. I was a studio potter at Creative Arts Workshop in New Haven for much of that time but have since […]
Windstorm Cup Niko Scharer is a ceramic artist in New Haven with a focus on functional pottery. She loves every aspect of pottery, pursuing the fusion of beauty and purpose in clay while exploring different techniques when working on the wheel, hand building, creating surface designs, glazing and firing. After receiving her Ph.D. in philosophy, […]
Colorful Poppies Wine Glass, Set of 4 glasses, 4.5 inches H x 3 inches W, 12 oz. Handwash See Christines’s work available for purchase online Christine is a continually evolving self-taught artist whose work exudes bold bursts of color, vivid textural elements and splashed of simple brush strokes. Her paintings have been representational, slowly […]
Alaska Onesie 3 – 6 mo., 90% cotton, 10% polyester See Rebecca’s work available for purchase online Rebecca Terhaar is a lifelong creator. She discovered her passion for the arts as a child, immersing herself in gifted arts programs in-school and out. As a finalist of various art competitions, Rebecca’s work has been featured at […]
Yonomà with Gold Luster Cup Ryan Lavorgna has been investigating the vessel as a means of expression for over 30 years. His style is ever evolving with a current focus on hand building uniquely balanced pieces of art. From taking youth pottery classes to his first formal art schooling at Colby-Sawyer College, where he earned […]
Lilacs Stemware Maureen Maalouf received her art degree at State University of New York at Fredonia and has been painting for many years. She draws much of her inspiration from nature. Trees, flowers, and sunsets are common subjects of her paintings, although she enjoys the freedom of the occasional abstract piece. She is known for […]
Beach Stone Orb, beach stones and adhesive, 7in diameter Two of Janet McCready’s greatest passions are Artistic Creativity and the Ocean. Janet finds beauty in nature, especially when she is at the edge of the Ocean. The community in which McCready lives is on The Long Island Sound. They are lucky to have three community […]
Moon and Stars Book Art Diana has always loved handmade items. As a child, she was influenced by many of her aunts who spent hours knitting, crocheting, sewing, and trying newly discovered arts and crafts. She was the recipient of many handmade items, which she treasured. Over the years Diana tried her hand at a […]
Dragonfly Totem Lynn Webber has been playing with and repurposing glass for the last six years. She designs garden art in the form of bird baths, totems, seed feeders and flowers. She has shown in Simsbury at the Flea and Smorgasbord for the last four years. She had a show at the Historical Society in […]
Skinny Oval Earrings, Earrings are Sterling silver, with handmade French wire. Earring drop is 2 in. See Kristin’s work available for purchase online Kristin Hinkle Trainor is the artist behind 10-ton goldfish designs, a bespoke jewelry and wearable art studio in Newington, CT. Classically trained under renowned artist Leonard Urso at the prestigious School […]
See Marcia’s work available for purchase online Marcia Kindleman has been making pottery for about 35 years, in stoneware and porcelain. Marcia makes each piece by hand on the potter’s wheel, making individual pieces related in shape as a family. Kindleman’s fascination with glazes led her to years of experimenting, making her glazes from scratch. […]
Chrysolite Swarovski Cuff Bracelet Pauline Clifford is not an artist by vocation or profession. She is an educator, currently focused on technology infusion in the classroom. Clifford serves as Director of Educational Technology at Quinebaug Valley Community College. In an adjunct capacity, she also teaches English. Pauline delved into the world of jewelry making at […]
Antioch Necklace, ancient Roman glass beads, copper wire, gold stainless steel 8 inch chain, gold stainless steel lobster claw clasp, Pendant size: 1in h x 2in w See Racquel’s work available for purchase online Raquel Miller was born and raised in beautiful Southern California. She moved to Connecticut 13 years ago with her husband […]
Daisy Chain Barrette Linda Reid developed a love for nature while roaming the fields and woodlands near her childhood home. She took numerous drawing classes at UCONN while completing a degree in environmental horticulture. Linda learned to paint by taking adult education watercolor classes and is self-taught in acrylics. By combining her scientific knowledge of […]
See Glen’s work available for purchase online Glen has been carving decorative wildfowl for over 30 years. He spends between 150 and 250 hours carving and painting each bird with intricate detail to achieve life-like accuracy. As visual reference for his work, Glen uses photographs of each species in its natural habitat as well as […]
Sunshine And Flowers Frame Joanne Brown (Mottsie) was born in Boston and moved to Hartford, CT in 1977 when her employer, American Airlines, relocated there. She was fortunate to meet and work with many talented people in an atmosphere that allowed her creative side to flourish. As a child, her mother, a talented artist, encouraged […]
Walnut Serving Tray with Cheese Tools, wood “In these noisy times we need quiet objects in our lives. To this end, I prefer to make pieces that do not shout “notice me”. I also prefer to show expressed joinery details (dovetails, butterflies, tenons, dowels) in lieu of applied decoration. Final finishes are chosen with respect […]
Tie Dye Shorts Anna Mastropolo is a textile artist, jewelry designer, and large-scale gouache and mixed media painter. She is inspired by Abstract Expressionism and The Pattern and Decoration Movement. Anna is interested in painting patterns, using patterned paper and textiles (often hand-knit) to create mixed media compositions, celebrating femininity. Anna has been involved in […]
Starlight Candleholder, B mix clay, white clay, Cone 6 glaze, 5 1/2in h x 10in w Beth has worked in clay for over 10 years. She worked mainly with functional forms using the wheel until 5 years ago when she began experimenting with altered forms in clay. This led to using piercing techniques to enhance […]
Masquerade, stoneware, 11in h x 9.5in w x 6.5in d See Monica’s work available for purchase online Monica graduated from Central Connecticut State University with a BA and a focus in ceramics in 2014. She previously worked as the University Assistant at CCSU, the intern at Wesleyan Potters, and a Resident Potter at Guilford Art […]
In a Fish Bowl See Sharon’s work available for purchase online Sharon was an award-winning potter with twenty-five years’ experience. Developed an interest in design and color on terra cotta clay. She was recognized for her fine work throughout Connecticut and New York. Winning many awards. She was represented in fine craft shows throughout […]
Whimsy Vase Sandi has been creating with clay for well over 30 years. She is experienced in the production of functional stoneware, raku and majolica pottery. She is now creating delicate porcelain miniatures expressing her love of nature. Sandi has been a member of Wesleyan Potters since 1991 and now also shows her work at […]
Pave Bar Sculpted Mesh Bracelet, silver metal mesh, silver, crystal pave lobster clasp, approx. 7 1/2in x 1 1/2in Melinda Shea’s artwork crosses several disciplines, including jewelry and collage on glass. Her jewelry incorporates richly woven metal with gemstones and Murano glass beadwork. In her collages, she treats glass as a canvas, telling visual stories […]
Vincent Homage, clay and glaze Maria Johnson works in so many mediums that her business card reads “Girl’s Got To Focus!” With a degree in painting from Hartford Art School and a range of exhibits and awards behind her, she nonetheless has only recently begun showing at outdoor art fairs, most recently the 2022 Summer […]
White Vine Letter J, gouache on paper, 23K gold leaf, Gilded white wood frame, Acid free cream matte, 10in h x 11in w See Maris’s work available for purchase online Maris Fiondella is an illuminator and retired teacher of medieval literature. Studying the Middle Ages introduced her to beautiful illuminated manuscripts with gilded letters and […]
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Fizz Coral Cups Set, stoneware See Caroline’s work available for purchase online Caroline Yankura was born in New Haven Connecticut, but resided in Portland Maine for eight and a half years, after receiving her BFA in Ceramics in 2013, from Maine College of Art. Caroline has worked as a teacher in her field for […]
Celery Stalk Plate Edith was born in Germany during WWII. Towards the end of the war, the apartment building where she lived was bombed out. Her mother was forced to leave Germany with her two children, running across the border to Switzerland on foot. In those years, Edith cherished the few belongings they owned. She […]
Small Rainforest Soy Candle NaturallyintheWoods was started in October of 2012 right out of my home in Wallingford, Ct. My love for candles and scents was a natural pairing – I was so nervous – not knowing if I would have the time to pursue my dream. With my husband, Steve and two children Jen […]
Swirled Cellmate Cellphone Bag, white cotton fabric, metallic gold printing Contrasting poly blend divided lining, twist snap closure Poly blend twist long cord, beaded trim, 6.25inH x 4.5W Erica Udoff makes Cellmates just in case she’s not the only one who forgets where she puts her phone down and likes to take it to all […]
Purple Teal Meditation Stone Prior to retirement, Deborah Churchill was the owner and founder of Churchill Consulting, Inc., a highly respected healthcare company that provided specialized services for radiation oncology practices internationally. Previous to that, Deborah worked for 18 years as a board-certified radiation therapist at Yale and 4 years as a supervisor at Waterbury […]
Hung on Pink Pendant, polymer clay Beth Terhaar (Bagged by Beth Studio) of Danbury, CT and Jensen Beach, FL was raised in a home with an artistic mother that encouraged creativity with her children. During Beth’s 25-year tenure as a schoolteacher, Beth did floral arranging, made boiled wool purses, and painted glass. She and a […]
Thai Forest Earrings, Howlite, 999 Silver Thai bead, sterling silver French ear wires, 1in drop See Stasia’s work available for purchase online
Charlotte Earrings, Sterling Silver, 1.5in drop Annika McKenna is a second generation silversmith and the owner of SeaSalt Design Jewelry. She creates unique collections of handmade Sterling Silver jewelry inspired by nature. Annika is well known for her vibrant colors, coastal lifestyle jewelry, and floral designs. Techniques include: hand forging, precious metal clay, mill rolling, […]
Custom, handmade wooden puzzles Will Carswell handcrafts his heirloom-quality, eco-friendly, wooden jigsaw puzzles one at a time from start to finish in the foothills of Western Massachusetts. With each new puzzle he creates, he strives to give you the most memorable, unique, jigsaw puzzling experience possible along with an enjoyable opportunity to slow down amidst […]
Rusty 12in x 3.5in x 1.5in Growing up in New York City, Andy attended Parson’s School of Design at 17. He worked at finding a medium that fit, trying collage, sculpture, and painting. Eventually he became a carpenter and spent many years since doing art in various mediums as a hobby. He always enjoyed working […]
Dragonfly Light Impression Jean-Luc Godard is an emerging artist who mainly works with sculptural lighting. Originally born and raised in France, he moved to the United States in 1990. He is a self-taught artist that favors wood and metal in his creations. His work on sculptural lighting focuses on organic designs and futuristic concepts. His […]
Chandelierings Earrings, Argentium sterling silver and multi-color tourmaline Lina Wilder focuses on hypoallergenic materials, clean lines, and natural shapes. Once upon a time, she was an opera singer; currently, she teaches courses in Shakespeare and Renaissance literature at Connecticut College. Idle Gauds is named for a line from _A Midsummer Night’s Dream_: “My love to […]
Pansies Table Runner, 58in Long x 14in wide Mitzie Kalolo of East Lyme, CT is a life-long, self taught sewing and quilting hobbyist. Mitzie has enjoyed transitioning into retirement and being able to spend time creating and honing her craft. She most enjoys sharing her homemade items with friends and family. Handmade sewn and quilted […]
Blue Mexican Scarf, wool and acrylic, 60in L x 12in w Robert Aiudi started weaving and spinning at around age 10. His great-grandfather from Province of Marche, Italy was a master silk weaver and the stories of him inspired Robert to learn the craft. In his later teen years, he studied textile arts at Wesleyan […]
Blank fine art cards, boxed set of 10 with envelopes Megan Emily Ely is a surrealist & fantasy artist based in Colchester, Connecticut and NYC. She is inspired by fairytales, mysticism, nature, dreams, and magic. Her work is primarily oil paintings, but she also utilizes mixed media techniques. Megan views her art as a medium […]
Dreaming on a Swing, acrylic on canvas Mitchell is stimulated by color, shapes, textures and movements that one finds in nature, and flow is Mitchell’s passion. Having grown up in New York, Rodbell loves the seascapes, landscapes and terrain of the Northeast. He looks beyond reality, whenever possible and extract the essence of the subject […]
Mother of Pearl Trio Necklace Gloria Nilsson is a professional teaching artist. She received her degree in Graphic Design from Pratt Institute. After working as a graphic designer for several years, Gloria turned her concentration to the fine arts, exploring pastels, oils, watercolor, and acrylics. Nilsson is currently painting on silk, where she applies a […]
Meet Barbara Hernandez- Froehlich, a retired 20-year law enforcement veteran from New York, now living in Connecticut. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, and for the past two years embarking in her new adventure…. creating small mixed media art. Self-taught, she decorates seashells with sweet images, making them one-of-a-kind pieces. She also uses […]
Samantha spent her life Exploring rocky beaches and daydreaming in the lush forests of New England. A family trip to Monhegan Island in Maine sparked her love of Fairy Houses. Samantha forages for bark, leaves and shells in Connecticut, Vermont and Maine to use for building her sculptures. Samantha later added jewelry and beaded accessories […]
Chicks ‘n Dice, oil on canvas, 15.5in h x 12.5in w Jacqueline Benoit Larsen is a native of Massachusetts. After high school she enlisted in the Navy and enjoyed the many places she was deployed, especially GTMO Cuba. She has lived all across the United States even as a civilian. In 2009 she was diagnosed […]
Anna Mastropolo is a textile artist, jewelry designer, and large-scale gouache and mixed media painter. She is inspired by Abstract Expressionism and The Pattern and Decoration Movement. Anna is interested in painting patterns, using patterned paper and textiles (often hand-knit) to create mixed media compositions, celebrating femininity. Anna has been involved in 36 art shows […]
Born T. Willie Raney in Washington, D.C., Raney received a B.F.A. from Ithaca College in 1979. During the 1980’s and 90’s she has exhibited in New York City, Port Chester, Silvermine Guild, Norwalk and Essex, Connecticut. She was invited to participate in two shows featuring the works of African Americans at Lynchburg College, Lynchburg, Virginia […]
Dynamic Sails, oil on linen, 18in h x 22in w Tammy Blais is a local CT artist who specializes in coastal art oil paintings. Her days are spent on her professional photography career and uses painting as an additional creative outlet. Most of her work is a whimsical view of things she loves or sees […]
Bob Dietz Decided to get back to his roots after retiring from the electronics industry as a chip designer, then a custom home builder, and finally as a home inspector. He began sketching portraits of his grandchildren in graphite. He investigated painting with watercolors and then gravitated back to his “first love,” pastels. Dietz works from […]
As an artist, Patti Maher is interested in simple, elegant lines…in shadows and negative space. She works in pencil, pen & ink, watercolor, and sometimes combines these media. Maher’s work is very quiet in nature, taking the subject matter down to its core substance. Her work is intended to provoke deep thought and a feeling […]
Aaron Judge, The Captain, oil on canvas, 13.125in h x 16.125in w Pat is a self-taught artist. Art has always been a part of Pat’s life, beginning at a very young age. Pat was influenced early on by her grandmother, who took painting classes and filled her basement with paintings and her brother who grew […]
Nancy Peel Gladwell has been an active artist, working in CT for almost 40 years. After earning a BFA from George Washington U, Gladwell continued her studies in Florence, Italy at the Academia delle Belle Arte and Studio Simi. After returning to the states, Gladwell joined the greater New York Gallery scene exhibiting her work […]
Molly Waite Lund is an analog collage artist who lives in Essex, Connecticut. As a self-taught artist, Lund is continuously experimenting with color, shape, relationships, and negative space. She is compelled to repurpose vintage papers as a reminder of the history that has shaped her life. In her collages, the world that Lund imagines is […]
Linda McCarthy uses the power of color as an important aspect of the way her work portrays the dreams and reality of life through images both real and imagined. Her work often uses nature to portray the darkest and brightest moments in life… the forcefulness and tranquility of water and wind, the everchanging light and […]
Heartstrings Triptych oil and fabric on gallery wrapped canvas, 72in w x 36in h Kim Kordonowy was an “Air Force Brat”, who grew up in many locations including Tokyo, Japan. Her grandmother, an artist, was an early inspiration, as was her mother, a seamstress and crafter. Kim received a B.S at the University of Missouri […]
Jeanette Wimmer is known for her colorful watercolors and pastels of unique Still Lifes and Landscapes. Jeanette also does portraits in pastel and graphite. She received her BFA in Art Ed from the Hartford Art School of the University of Hartford. She taught for 20 years in Guilford, CT School System and did her Graduate […]
New England Summer, oil on aluminum, 16in h x 24in w Rose Mary Gates graduated from SCSU with a BS in Art Education and an MS in Art Education as well as an MS in TESOL. As a student, she had work selected for the Three College Art Exhibit representing Yale, Quinnipiac and SCSU. During […]
In her dreams mixed media assemblage 14×24 inches Ron Bence is an assemblage artist and photographer. His passion is assembling separate and distinctive objects into a larger visually stimulating collaborative. Finding a balance within his puzzle pieces of material his art blends metal, wood, and found objects rescued in his travels. Whether it be sculpture […]
A New Day blank fine art card with envelope, 4×6 Marianne Dietz hails from Long Island, New York. She and her husband, Bob, came to Connecticut 43 years ago, settled in Madison and raised two children. Marianne worked as an Executive Assistant in the business and academic world for more than 40 years. Most recently, […]
Finding the Sweet Spot, collage, 12in h x 9in w Molly Waite Lund is an analog collage artist who lives in Essex, Connecticut. As a self-taught artist, Lund is continuously experimenting with color, shape, relationships, and negative space. She is compelled to repurpose vintage papers as a reminder of the history that has shaped her […]
By the Sea, acrylic on canvas, 15in h x 12in w Kristine Schiavi is relatively new to acrylic painting but thoroughly enjoys the process. She paints land and seascapes but also enjoys still life subjects as well as portraiture. She is a member of several local art societies. Kristine’s paintings are currently exhibited at Spectrum […]
Colorado River Bluffs, oil, 20×20, wrapped, Tuscan Village,oil,14×18, wrapped, Peggy’s Cove,oil,14x18framed, Ann Kelly is an artist now living in Madison, Connecticut after recently moving from Holliston MA where she resided for 32 years. She was born in New Jersey and was given her first set of oil paints in 1960 at the age of 9 […]
Chess Board side view as a game board, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Yellowheart Wood & CT Black Walnut with juice groove & side grips, 15x21x2, Storry Board, Purplehart Wood & Ct Ash with juice groove & side grips, 14x14x1.75 Marc has had a lifelong passion for woodworking and cooking. Degrees in both Architecture and Education […]
PARADISE, acrylic on canvas, 24inX24in, JOY, acrylic on canvas, 36inx36in, COLLAGE #1,acrylic, paper on canvas, 20in x 16in Lois Warner is an emerging artist based in Newtown Connecticut. While she has been creating beautiful art for her family and friends for over 30yrs, her recent retirement has allowed her to pursue her passion fulltime. Originally […]
Lisa Conti, a lifelong native of central CT, is reawakening the artist within after a 22-year career as a middle school social studies teacher. Prior to her teaching career, she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Connecticut. It was here that she was introduced to and fell in love with […]
Green Nantucket, wrapped seaglass pendant, Blue Dancer, wrapped seaglass pendant, Around the World, wrapped seaglass pendant Phyllis Nolan lived on St.Maarten, where she organized an international jewelry making club. What began as a social activity soon evolved into a passion for making beaded jewelry and wirewrapped seaglass. Living near the ocean made sense to focus […]
Hangin with the Life Guard, oil on canvas, 16in h x 20in w Through her colorful paintings Vickie Williams hopes to bring a quiet serenity, joy, and optimism. Often gardens and water-related environments inspire Vickie’s work. She loves color and is always experimenting. Vickie works in her Connecticut studio and en plein air in oils, […]
Fantasy on Wheels, fine art photograph From the time Mallorie Ostrowitz earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Fine Arts at Queens College, photography has been a major focus. Several years later, she returned to the City University of New York to complete a Master of Fine Arts, Degree in painting. Following graduation, Mallorie worked […]
Maria Johnson works in so many mediums that her business card reads “Girl’s Got To Focus!” With a degree in painting from Hartford Art School and a range of exhibits and awards behind her, she nonetheless has only recently begun showing at outdoor art fairs, most recently the 2022 Summer Arts Festival in Essex, CT. […]
The Spring Board, mixed exotic woods and North American hardwoods, beeswax and mineral oil finish, 22in L x 10in w x .50in thick; Checker Board Chopper, cherry, rock maple, beeswax, mineral oil finish, 16x16x2.5in thick; Yellow Brick Road Chopping Board, yellowheart, black walnut, beeswax, mineral oil finish, 21in L x 15.25in w x 2in thick […]
Sailboat Paradise Tote, canvas Carol Lowbeer loves photographing animals, seascape, and nature photography which she enhances with a variety of digital painterly effects to recreate the mood of the original scene. She especially enjoys photographing animals interacting with one another which bring their individual personalities to life. She also enjoys combining photography, art, writing and […]
Book and Bottles, watercolor See John’s work available for purchase online John Murray was born in New Haven Ct. Throughout his life has pursued a love for Art and design. Spent over forty years in the packaging industry in the Design Department has several Patents and received many awards in the Packaging Industry. He has […]
Big Green, oil on linen, 8in h x 10in w, Our Town, oil on canvas, 12in h x 24in w, Fun Time Tugs, 16in h x 12in w, oil on board Tammy Blais is a local CT artist who specializes in coastal art oil paintings. Her days are spent on her professional photography career and […]
Scott Camphausen is an award-winning photographer who draws his inspiration from the ocean and nature around him. His love of the water can be seen in in his dramatic seascapes and the creatures found below the waves. He earned a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from North Carolina State University. He draws on this […]
Robert Thomas’ background in engineering allows him to utilize the ever-changing technology of digital cameras to capture moments that mirror his artistic vision. He has learned not just to document, but also to apply, the creative aspects of composition and the freedom offered with digital image processing. This allows Robert to create a more engaging […]
Amber Bloom birdbath, repurposed glass, Blue Waves Birdbath, repurposed glass, Lily in the Garden Birdbath, repurposed glass Lynn Webber has been playing with and repurposing glass for the last six years. She designs garden art in the form of bird baths, totems, seed feeders and flowers. She has shown in Simsbury at the Flea and […]
Joan Wenzel has been a crafter since she was a little girl – she learned to sew when she was 8 years old and is still sewing – but now sewing with beads, beads, beads. As a jewelry designer she works with Japanese seed beads, Czech glass, semi-precious stones, crystals and handmade lamp work beads (which she and […]
Long Island Sound, oil on panel, 29.5in h x 29.5in w; Sunset, oil on panel, 14in h x 13.5in w; Abandoned Boat, oil on panel, 23.5in h x 17.5w Edwin Lopez is a self-taught artist. Born in New York City, he currently resides in Connecticut. Lopez is a passionate and expressive painter who draws upon […]
Deborah is a music professor at Manchester Community College (MCC) preparing students for a vocation in music as well as those who seek music knowledge for personal interest. She is conductor and clarinetist for the MCC Chamber Ensemble. Deborah also enjoys the process of creating visual art. Simmons enjoys taking studio arts courses when able. […]
Prior to retirement, Deborah Churchill was the owner and founder of Churchill Consulting, Inc., a highly respected healthcare company that provided specialized services for radiation oncology practices internationally. Previous to that, Deborah worked for 18 years as a board-certified radiation therapist at Yale and 4 years as a supervisor at Waterbury Hospital Cancer Center. Deborah’s […]
Mystery Jasper Large Bowl, mid-range glazed stoneware, 13 x 13 x3, Small Green Bowl, mid-range glazed stoneware, 9 x 9 x 2, Black and White Vase, mid-range glazed stoneware, 11 x 11 x 14 Claudine Burns Smith is a ceramic artist. She has had numerous group and solo exhibitions of ceramics, sculptures and works on […]
Sunny Sun Flower Scarf Cathy Lovell’s lifelong interest in the creative arts continues to guide her through a gratifying career as both art educator and studio artist. A graduate of the University of New Hampshire and Wesleyan University, Cathy has taught in the Newton, MA, Greenwich, CT and East Lyme, CT public school systems. She […]
Creating and making has long been part of Catherine Stebinger’s life as a chef. With the discovery of all that can be done with sustainable wool, Catherine now layers, rolls, kneads, and dyes all types of wool, silks, and vegetable fibers to create pieces that range from soft shimmery hats and scarves to sturdy purses, […]
Celebrations 1, mixed media Regina Thomas’ collage and mixed media art is a mélange of visual stimuli, colors, and shapes involving different genres from the representational to the abstract. These multi-layered works portray her view of the world, never realistic, injecting her own narratives, metaphors, and icons. Regina works instinctually, and her desire is to […]
A self-taught jewelry designer and maker, Susan was part of the team at the Bead Hive in Guilford for over 5 years and still is a member of that vibrant artisan community, inspired by some of the masters in that milieu. She is influenced by art, design and fashion, and creates handcrafted jewelry that is […]
Koi and Waterlilies, watercolor, Exotic Bloom, watercolor, Cypress among Ruins, watercolor Tatiana Ferraro was born in Poland and came to the US when she was four years old. She spent her formative years on the Lower East Side, attending St. George Grammar, and High School of Performing Arts where she majored in ballet and studied […]
Hummingbird Vase Gourd, 9in h x 7in w; Black Swan Lidded Bowl Gourd, 7in h x 5in diameter; Pansies Wind Chime Gourd, 2feet long x 7in diameter Marie started gourd art after the pandemic began and has continued for about a year now. She has a history of artistic work with wood and other crafts […]
Lynn Webber has been playing with and repurposing glass for the last six years. She designs garden art in the form of bird baths, totems, seed feeders and flowers. She has shown in Simsbury at the Flea and Smorgasbord for the last four years. She had a show at the Historical Society in Simsbury and […]
Ballroom Gold, gold flakes, acrylic, spray paint, 22in h x 18.25in w Ned Farrell is a collected artist creating big, beautiful, bold, …and gold paintings. Farrell started painting following his sixth-grade year and continued developing his own unique style in his high school years. Ned won awards in various competitions, including one from the New […]
Born in 1977 in the village of Tulancingo de Bravo, Hidalgo, Mexico; Margarita Maxon has worked designing stages, logotypes, and advertisement for the Federal Government of Hidalgo State, in the departments of Tourism and Economy. Besides, Margarita kept painting for specific clientele, especially portraits and historical themes of Mexico. The principal subjects of her paintings […]
Beth has been creating art since her earliest childhood memories. She received her BS in Fine Arts and began working as a graphic artist/photographer for BIC Corporation. Putting her career on hold to raise three children she found various creative outlets as a stay at home mom in graphics, set design, costumes and teaching K-8 […]
Joanna Biskupski earned an MFA in graphic design from the Institute of Fine Arts, Krakow, Poland and was awarded a Fellowship from the Polish Association of Artists; and a grant from the Polish Ministry of Art and Culture. She has worked as a book designer and illustrator and has executed designs and illustration projects for […]
Paul Ramsey is a life-long landscape and nature photographer. He has lived and photographed on a small lake and wildlife sanctuary for almost four decades. Ramsey is an old-school photographer. He composes carefully in the camera and tries not to waste shots as if he were still using Kodak film. Paul tries to capture the […]
Cool, oil on canvas Patricia is a graduate of Immaculate Heart College in Hollywood, California, where she studied under the well-known artist, Mary Corita. She has been a professional artist for 25 years. She has studied abroad at the Académie de la Grande Chaumière in Paris, France and has done several art workshops at Palmerino […]
Quality Time–Clamming, pastel, 20.5in h x 17in w Rossitto paints with her heart, bringing the viewer with her on an exploration of essence and perception. She looks at things anew, and is continuously studying to develop her skills, in composition, perception, and technical execution. Barbara portrays not only the image, but her impression, and the […]
Fall Sea Star Earrings, enameled and glass beads, metal rings, Lotus Blossom Earrings, Princess’s Trinket Necklace, assorted Czech glass beads with metal accents See Joan’s work available for purchase online Joan Wenzel has been a crafter since she was a little girl – she learned to sew when she was 8 years old and is […]
Jammin’. Relief Print, 8in h x 10in w Diane Rubacha of Middletown earned a degree in fine art from Middlesex Community College, a degree in art education from Central Connecticut State University, and has taken workshops in painting, collage, and printmaking. Working primarily in watercolor and relief printmaking, her work depicts subjects observed locally and […]
Green Whales, driftwood; Root Whales, driftwood, 16in x 7in each; Ghost Whale, driftwood Growing up in New York City, Andy attended Parson’s School of Design at 17. He worked at finding a medium that fit, trying collage, sculpture, and painting. Eventually he became a carpenter and spent many years since doing art in various mediums […]
View from Inside a Tunnel, mixed media photograph on linen paper with black ink enhancements on wood panel, 8in h x 10w; Soldier and Sailors’ Arch, mixed media, photograph on linen paper with black ink enhancements on wood panel, 7in h x 5w; Genesis, mixed media, photograph on linen paper with black ink enhancements on […]
Over 25 years ago my children gave me a gift of pottery classes and I have been making pots ever since. I was a studio potter at Creative Arts Workshop in New Haven for much of that time but have since given that up to spend more time in my own studio. I use stoneware […]
Circle basket handle earrings, sterling silver, Sprial Collection, sterling silver, Double Twisted Circle Pendant, sterling silver, Chain Threaded Pendant, sterling silver “The stillness of nature, the curve of a leaf, the bends of a twig, the flow of water over tumbled stones – all of these expressions of nature provide inspiration and creativity when designing […]
See Karen’s work available for purchase online Karen Burke has been creating digital art using her own photography, and a bit of Photoshop for the past 5 years. She uses her photography skills, along with Photoshop knowledge to create fun, whimsical animal art. Karen’s goal is to create art that is light hearted, makes people […]
See Robert’s work available for purchase online Robert grew up in a small town in North Carolina. Where he learned a great deal about art and how welcoming people can be in the art community. Having many experiences and growth, he realized he needed to move on and find a new approach. Now Robert lives […]
See Paul’s work available for purchase online Clondalkin born Paul Nixon has been creating art using a broad range of his artistic skills for the past eighteen years, but his passion for woodworking began in his early childhood. Surrounded by a family of cabinet makers Paul quickly took on the family skills. Paul spent much […]
See Linda’s work available for purchase online Graduated from San Jose State University with a degree in art/ illustration. Illustrated over forty books for children, as well as book covers, calendars, puzzles, cards, posters, and magazine illustrations. Also creates Fantasy Art. Paintings as well as sculpture. Shown numerous times at the Eric Carle Picture Book […]
See Dennis’s work available for purchase online Dennis Nolan has illustrated over thirty books, authoring ten, and is the recipient of a number of awards, including both the SCBWI Golden Kite Honor Award for his book Dinosaur Dream, and the SCBWI Golden Kite Award for the book Fairy Wings, which he shares with his wife, […]
See Christine’s work available for purchase online Christine Kornacki is a children’s book author/illustrator and book cover artist living in Shelton, CT. She creates vibrant oil paintings that invite you into her imaginative world. She has worked for a wide variety of clients in the Kid Lit and Advertising industries. She received her BFA and […]
NaturallyintheWoods was started in October of 2012 right out of my home in Wallingford, Ct. My love for candles and scents was a natural pairing – I was so nervous – not knowing if I would have the time to pursue my dream. With my husband, Steve and two children Jen and Kyle behind me […]
See Jeni’s work available for purchase online Trained in a variety of fine arts media Jeni Gray-Roberts is an emerging artist working predominantly in kiln-formed glass. Her glasswork evokes the movement of light, air and water. She is inspired by all things in nature but is especially fascinated by moving water. Her work is a […]
This piece is an outdoor installation made with acrylic based yarn. This installation or a similar one can be commissioned through Spectrum Gallery for the duration of the Abstracting Nature show. Marsha Borden is an artist who works primarily in mixed media and fiber. She uses abundant, easily available materials and asks her viewers to […]
Ready for Adventure, watercolor Catherine Satsuk is an artist who was born in Russia but grew up in Belarus. She received a Master of Jurisprudence degree in 2007; however, painting was always her true love. Catherine discovered her passion to paint when she was in third grade and started to paint in oils. Her early […]
Riding the Wind, fine art photograph on canvas, 20in h x 16in w Faith’s interest in photography goes back as far as she can remember. She would take pictures with her point and shoot camera whenever she got the opportunity – family events, vacations etc. When she met Larry, who had been involved in photography […]
Coming Down – Going Where, fine art photograph on canvas, 24in h x 18in w Lawrence J. Bilansky, JD, CPA’s interest in photography stems back to the fifth grade when he got his first camera. In college he worked as a newspaper photographer for the UWM Post and as a freelance stringer for several local […]
Torcher, limited edition, fine art Photograph, 1 of 5, 16in h x 20in w Robert Thomas’ background in engineering allows him to utilize the ever-changing technology of digital cameras to capture moments that mirror his artistic vision. He has learned not just to document, but also to apply, the creative aspects of composition and the […]
Jumping the Waves, acrylic, 24in h x 30in w Linda McCarthy uses the power of color as an important aspect of the way her work portrays the dreams and reality of life through images both real and imagined. Her work often uses nature to portray the darkest and brightest moments in life… the forcefulness and […]
Wine by the Lake, fine art photograph Dianne’s interest in photography began in college where she took a black and white photography and darkroom course. Weekend retreats with her husband in the 1970’s provided an interesting locale to expand her interest in photography. It was in this environment that photography became a passion. She began […]
See Carmen’s work available for purchase online Pastel artist Carmen Zambrano was born in Peru and moved to the United States at the age of two. Carmen is now a native of Danbury, Connecticut and has been painting with pastels for the past twelve years. She uses pastels to illustrate and capture scenes from nature […]
Andrew Laverty has shown in student shows at UMASS and Bridgewater State (Gallery 244, CVPA Campus Gallery, Anderson Gallery), Gallery X, tl6 Gallery, in New Bedford, MA and Imago Gallery in Warren, RI. He received his undergraduate degree in graphic design from Bridgewater State. For the last three semesters, Andrew has taught foundations courses at […]
See Liam’s work available for purchase online Liam made his stage debut in the Broadway play A Doll’s House at the age of seven, and his film debut in Henry Fool (1997). His first major film role came when he starred in Stepmom (1998). Liam has since starred in numerous films and television show.s The […]
Diane Rubacha of Middletown earned a degree in fine art from Middlesex Community College, a degree in art education from Central Connecticut State University, and has taken workshops in painting, collage, and printmaking. Working primarily in watercolor and relief printmaking, her work depicts subjects observed locally and during her travels. She enjoys painting regularly with […]
Whitney Prentice. Paddleboarding. Oil on Canvas. 16 x 8 Whitney Prentice’s primary interest is painting and drawing the figure. He was an award recipient in the Hudson Valley Art Association’s 88th annual exhibition in 2021. He has shown work widely including at the Dahesh Museum, New York, NY, The New Britain Museum of American Art, […]
See Jason’s work available for purchase online Jason Neely is a photographer from Middletown, Connecticut who shoots a wide range of subjects – from landscapes to street photography – with the natural world and travel two of his favorite subjects. Neely teaches photography classes in Middletown and at the Arts Center Killingworth. His photographs have […]
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Counting Sheep, waterecolor, 17in h x 21in w Bivenne Harvey Staiger is known for her colorful, dramatic watercolors of natural motifs she loves, like birds, other animals and flowers, and is the recipient of many prestigious awards.Among the most recent is the Silver Medal from the American Watercolor Society’s 152nd International Exhibition(2019).She is professionally affiliated […]
Yellow Path, Oil on Linen See Melissa’s work available for purchase online Melissa Imossi is an award-winning contemporary realist artist. She was born on Long island, NY where she acquired a passion for the natural world and the desire to capture the essence of that beauty through art. She is known for her close-up […]
See Don’s work available for purchase online in our Beyond Anytime program Don Dressler is an artist, inventor and entrepreneur living in Old Lyme and Glastonbury, Connecticut. Don has been active in industrial graphics and art materials for most of his life. Don holds 15 U.S. patents on inventions relating to the above fields […]
See Jan’s work available for purchase online Jan Prentice’s avian artwork invites viewers to reconnect with nature. Her personal connection with birds began about ten years ago when she began to notice their presence on early morning walks. How was it possible that they’d always been there but she had never noticed? Her initial curiosity […]
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