Custom Mosaics by Terry Askey-Cole

Terry recently completed two beautiful custom mosaics.  Most of the artists at Gallery 54 are agreeable to custom work for you or your home.  This is a great option to consider if you have something very particular in mind!  These are part of a "Seasons" series, "Winter" and "Fall".

New Work from our Metalsmith Jewelers

We wanted to share a couple of the gorgeous new pieces at the Gallery by our 2 metalsmith jewelers, Dana Stenson and Donna Smith.  These pieces are both currently available, but not for long!

Sterling silver, 14k gold, chrysocolla "Frida" cuff bracelet celebrating Frida Kahlo and the Mexican "Dia de los Muertes".  Dana Stenson, jeweler.

Carved bone dove and cameo set in sterling silver, hanging from a vintage 1930's celluloid chain with carved coral, turquoise and enamel. A statement piece!  Donna Smith, jeweler.

Todd Bachta

One of the newest additions to Gallery 54 is fine charcoal drawings by Todd Bachta.  Todd is native to the Finger Lakes region.  He graduated from RIT with a degree in Illustration and Graphic Design.  Todd currently teaches art in the East Syracuse-Minoa school district.  We are very pleased to have his work at Gallery 54 and encourage you to visit and see it in person.

Pen and Ink House Portraits

Kathleen Schneider recently completed this gorgeous pen and ink portrait of her home.  The detail is exquisite!  Kathy continues to be very versatile in her mediums and this work is another fine example of that.

New Work by Sharon Bottle Souva

Sharon Bottle Souva is a fabric artist and long-time member of Gallery 54. We are pleased to announce that Sharon Bottle Souva's "Goddess Tree Quilt"will be included in the 2016 Women Artist datebook. This quilt is currently hanging at Gallery 54 and available for purchase.

Sharon's quilt "Fields 6: Splitting the Land" has been juried in to the Lakeside Statewide Art Exhibition at the Oswego Art Association's annual statewide exhibition.

In Memory of our Beloved Member, Lauren Ritchie

Lauren at work on one of her lanterns.

Gallery 54 is sad to share with you the unexpected passing in January of one of our founding members, Lauren Ritchie.  Lauren has been a co-owner, friend, and vital part of Gallery 54 since the very beginning. She was a well known member of the Central New York art community, beloved by many, and will be eternally missed.

Lauren was well known for her hand-carved ceramic lanterns.  They have been widely exhibited and collected by many.  She was a mentor to other ceramic artists, and cofounder of the Westcott Art Trail.

Lauren's garden dragons were illustrative of her whimsical and fun-loving personality.  She always had a laugh to share and never shied away from a new adventure.

Lauren's contributions to her community will live on for many years to come.  We will keep Lauren's friends and family in our thoughts and always treasure our memories of her.   

Gifts for your Sweetheart!!

Valentine's Day is just around the corner.  Gallery 54 is a wonderful place to find a unique gift for your sweetheart.  Everything in our shop is handcrafted by local artists and sure to make an impression.

We adore this newly completed heart mosaic by Terry Askey-Cole.  Terry makes her mosaics using broken pieces of her pottery that are carefully arranged to make one-of-a-kind framed mosaics for the wall.  This piece is currently available at the Gallery, and best seen in person!

Kathleen Schneider is one of our talented and versatile painters.  Kathy works primarily in watercolor and acrylic.  She recently completed this watercolor portrait.  Her most recent works are on display at our shop.