Spring has Sprung

In Central New York we are seeing new signs of spring every day.  The daffodils are blooming and each morning we are greeted by more and more birdsongs! 
Gallery 54 is full of new and inspiring work.  We will be adding several new artists over the next couple months.  In addition, we will again be hosting First Friday openings beginning the first Friday in May. Stay tuned!

Stained glass by Liz and Rich Micho



Jewelry by Nancy Powell



Acrylic painting by Lisa Noviasky

Spring Cleaning Sale!!

Throughout the month of March we will be having our annual Irish Spring Cleaning Sale.  Our artists will have many items at reduced prices.  We're moving inventory to make room for new things.  Some artists will also have items with minor imperfections or discontinued designs at fabulous prices, only available during the sale.  Stop by and help us usher in spring!!



Help us welcome Spring!  Its almost here!!!



March Artist Demonstrations

Artist Demonstrations are from 12-3 on Saturdays. Meet the artist and learn about their process!

Saturday, March 9: Jo Krajci will be demonstrating the lost art of Papercutting. Watch Jo as she hand cuts paper from her orginal pencil drawings with scissors and exacto knives. Silhouette and watercolor styles will be demonstrated. Jo will also be sharing the history of paper cutting and sources for papercutting supplies.



Saturday, March 16: Claudia Loomis Chandler will be demonstrating Hand Weaving Straw Hats. Claudia is an award winning weaver and will be sharing her techniques for hand weaving with Madagascar raffia.

February Artist Demonstrations

Artist Demonstrations from 12-3 on Saturdays. Meet the artist and learn about their process!

Saturday, February 2: Joanne Balfour Joanne will be demonstrating Theorem Painting and 19th century School Girl Art techniques. Joanne is an award winning theorem painter and will demonstrate the steps of these historical painting traditions.

Saturday February 9: Karen Pardee Karen will be demonstrating Saori weaving techniques. Saori is a Japanese free style method of weaving. Karen will be bringing her portable floor loom and visitors to the gallery will have an opportunity to participate in weaving a banner.

Saturday February 16: Connie Smith Connie will demonstrate her turkey feather painting techniques. Connie's demonstration will include preparation of the feathers, paint mediums, brushes, and finished pieces.

Change

New work in progress by Lisa Noviasky!

As artists it is not in our nature to stay with the comfortable. We strive to feel the fire of new creative energy. The question “I wonder what would happen if _ _ _ _” occurs to us constantly and then we are off…… trying new glazes or a new shaped vessel. We work with alternative metals, stones and glass to construct jewelry that is different from last week’s “A-Ha” moment. Different grained woods and fabric choices give life to functional pieces. Some are moving from one medium to another, one shape or size while exploring the limits of painting. This all makes for adventurous days in the studio. As they say “The joy is in the journey”.

The best part is that we offer all of this to you, our customers and patrons. Every time you come in to Gallery 54 expect something new, something different.  Expect change.

Skaneateles Winterfest

Happy New Year from Gallery 54!

Things may seem quiet in Central New York, but things are still hopping at Gallery 54 as the artists create new work for this wonderful New Year.  There are events on the horizon as the town of Skaneateles prepares for its annual Winterfest.  This year Winterfest will be on Saturday and Sunday, January 25 & 26.  There are activities for all ages in the village including a Polar Bear contest, scavenger hunt, ice sculpture, and the Taste of Skaneateles.  Many businesses will be hosting tastings by area restaurants.  Stop by and be surprised by what we have for you to sample.  For more information, visit the Skaneateles Chamber of Commerce website, or check out the Skaneateles Winterfest Facebook page.

Add a warm glow to your home with a gorgeous carved lantern by Lauren Ritchie!

Happy Holidays!!!




"Birds in a Line" by Kathy Schneider

 The artists of Gallery 54 wish you a Happy Holiday and a wonderful New Year!  If you're still shopping for gifts we would love to help you find the perfect item for everyone on your list.  Drop by and have a look, or just to say hello.  We'd love to see you!

These two paintings by Kathy Schneider go so well with the Holiday spirit.  Her watercolors are lovely.  She has many original paintings in the gallery, as well as prints perfect for gift-giving.

 



"Country Winter" by Kathy Schneider