Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Happy New Year from Gallery 54!!!

Collaged goddess by Marie Loparco
It's New Year's Eve and the artists of Gallery 54 wish to thank all our wonderful customers for another great year!!  Our loyal customers and creative central New York community are what keeps us inspired.

The New Year will bring some exciting changes to the gallery.  We are adding new artists, including our newest owner/ artist Judy Witkin who makes intricate bead embroidered jewelry.  She will be adding an expanded collection to her current work at the gallery.  Stay tuned for information on upcoming events including Winterfest in Skaneateles!


Thursday, December 4, 2014

What's New for the Holidays?

This weekend is an exciting one for the artists of Gallery 54.  On Friday night the Holiday First Friday event takes place at the Gallery.  On Saturday and Sunday several of our artists will be participating in the Plowshares Craftfair and Peace Festival at Nottingham High School in Syracuse.  This is a fabulous and fun show and definitely worth attending!  Nancy Powell, Jim Burke, Sharon Bottle-Souva, Dana Stenson, Lauren Ritchie, Candace Rhea, Andree Newton, Liz and Rich Micho, plus many more will be there will their art!

For your Holiday shopping, the Gallery has many new creations for your consideration.  Here a just a few of the gift-giving choices you will find at the Gallery….

Hand-painted rocking chair by by Kathleen Schneider

"ParkmIphone" by Terry Askey-Cole.  A great place to keep your phone handy!
Ocean jasper and dendritic agate necklace by Dana Stenson.
Thank you to our loyal customers for a great year, and HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO EVERYONE!!!!

Monday, November 24, 2014

You're Invited to our Holiday First Friday Event!!


You’re invited to our Holiday Open House
“Inspired Tidings”
Friday December 5 from 6 to 9pm
Hand-painted ornament by Kathleen Schneider
Featuring music by Chris Molloy on his electric blue harp, refreshments, and new work by our talented artists.  We hope you can join us to celebrate the season!

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Whimsical New Friends at the Gallery

We want to introduce two new artists at Gallery 54.  We love their work, and their art has in common a whimsical quality that we adore.

The first is Elizabeth Andrews.  Elizabeth does fine art etching and has at the shop framed originals in addition to prints, cards, and mugs.  From her artist statement:  "Most people are amazed when they see me bicycling down the street while juggling a Roycroft Mark, eating a bagel, and applying eyeliner. They seem even more surprised to discover I write and illustrate my own poems and stories. Sometimes, I illustrate stories I haven’t written yet!"  Regarding the etching process she writes: "The etching of metal plates enables me to make multiple prints that are all originals. The etched plate is truly a labor of love; and a medium that provides the texture and mysterious compliment to my poems, personal anecdotes, and creative musing."

Etching by Elizabeth Andrews


We would also like to introduce the artful assemblages of Rebecca Barry-Kent.  Rebecca incorporates finely detailed ceramics, metal work, painting, and other materials skillfully assembled in her playful creations.  We hope you will take the time to come visit the shop and see these fine works in person!
Hand-crafted  characters by Rebecca Barry-Kent

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

"Pots and Pods"

"Pots and Pods:
Tableware and Sculpture by Sallie Thompson"
Opens Friday November 7th from 5-8 pm


Meet the artist, enjoy Electric Harp music by Christopher Molloy and light refreshments

Monday, October 20, 2014

All that Glitters….

The jewelers at Gallery 54 work hard to create unique pieces that cannot be found anywhere else.  With the Holidays approaching we will be introducing new designs and hope they bring joy to someone this year.  Here are some of the new pieces available now at the shop!
Necklace by Donna Smith 
Bracelets by Heather Hennigan
Copper cuff by Heather Hennigan

Thursday, October 2, 2014

A View into the Kiln

Sallie Thompson recently shared these photo of her soda-fired kiln in process, including before and after shots of the glazed pieces being fired.
The Kiln
Before firing the glaze
The finished pieces!
Sallie's new pieces are at the shop for sale now.  Come by and have a look at the gorgeous results of her recent firing.