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CROTON FALLS By Leslie Herzfeld, Phd
A.R.T.S. GALLERY COMES TO
The acronym ‘A.R.T.S.’ that serves as the name of a new gallery in Croton Falls, stands for ‘Artists’ ‘Ready’ to ‘Sell.’ And the moniker aptly repre- sents the mission of this new enter- prise.
The A.R.T.S. Gallery was founded last year by six local artists. More akin to a cooperative than a traditional gal- lery, at A.R.T.S. the work of many local artists is displayed and sold in an in- formal environment. Artists rent wall space from one to three months at a time. Other artisans, such as jewelers, rent display cases for their creations.
Each month, the painting, framed prints, jewelry, and hand-crafted items of approximately 20 local artists are featured for sale throughout the gallery.
On display now are stunning photo- graphs of White Plains artist Andy King. In separate pieces, he captures the exquisite delicacy of orange hang- ing orchids, gentle green fronds, and silken golden lilies. Close-by are two impressionistic landscapes of Alex Tu- reaud, a co-founder of the gallery. He has just returned from a week’s visit to India where he visited local muse- ums to absorb more about the Indian art and culture.
On the next wall were wonderful exam- ples of digital photography by Bernard Mindich and by Phyllis Smith. Mind- ich’s pieces illustrated large dignified chickens, while Smith’s displayed se- rene views of China’s national parks. Brooklyn artist Warren Parker fea- tured pensive nudes; Ann Johanna’s painting “Sunlit Sea” and GG Ko- pilak’s “Yellow Sky” are reminis- cent of priceless Monets.
There is also showcase filled with jewelry— both handmade by local artists and offered for sale by profes-
sional jewelers. Dyan Rosenberg, one of the six artists who co-founded the gallery, is featuring some of her con- temporary ethnic jewelry. She com- bines silver, pearls, turquoise, and antique buttons and transforms them into necklaces suitable for a royal ceremony. Other showcases feature Mexican silver, Navajo and Zuni piec- es, and Paul Jeffries’ computer gener- ated bangle bracelets.
The first Saturday of each month fea- tures a reception for artists, friends, dealers, and the public. Dyan Rosen- berg says she is “amazed” that so many people have heard about their gallery and are regular attendees. She is eager to encourage new art- ists from surrounding communities to join their venture.
The A.R.T.S. Gallery in Croton Falls also has become a place where artists con- vene to inspire one another. The group has inaugurated an informal lecture series about art and culture. Recent- ly, Alex Tureaud spoke about “Creole New Orleans: Past, Present and Fu- ture.” Carol Carpentieri, who volun- teers at the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, delivered a stirring presenta- tion entitled “Babies Born in Prison.” More lectures and workshops are be- ing planned. Another future event will encourage grandparents to display the works of their young Picassos.
The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 6pm and its phone number is 914-276-2209. Join the email list by registering on their website:
www.arts6gallery.com
SMALL TOWN FILM FESTIVAL DEBUTS MAY 6 & 7
On the evenings of May 6 & 7, Whippoorwill Hall at the North Castle Public Library will be the site of the first annual Small Town Film Festival. Theatergoers will be treated to four short films, followed by a feature- length film, then gather at local restaurants to discuss the films with the directors and producers.
The festival was the idea of Sam Morell of the Small Town Theatre Company. "Our mission has expanded from presenting great live theatre in Armonk and the surrounding communities to presenting the performing arts generally,” says Morell. “For the past few summers, our Concerts in the Parks series has been popular, so we thought a film festival would be an exciting next step.”
Morell tapped Armonk native Evan Ferrante to serve as Artistic Director. Ferrante’s credits include co-producing the recent HBO documentary Teenage Paparazzo, directed by Adrian Grenier. He also co-produced both the short and feature length version of the critically acclaimed film Across the Hall.
Ferrante, Morell, and festival co- founder Donna Garr also envision the festival as a way to give filmmakers another opportunity to showcase their work and they hope to continue it each year. As this is the first year, Ferrante selected the films with help from his many friends in the industry. “I tried to find films that were entertaining and dynamic,” says Ferrante. “Some go back a few years and some were made just this year, but I think audiences will certainly enjoy the variety of films we have selected.”
Ticket prices are $20 (per evening) and $5 (additional) to attend a director’s reception at a local restaurant afterwards. For more information, visit
www.smalltownfilm.com or call (914) 273-0300.
Westchester County Business Journal • ARTSWNEWS
MAY 2011
Festival Schedule May 6 (Program begins at 6pm)
Shorts: Across the Hall, The Sum- mons, Late Bloomer
Feature: The Cake Eaters. The Cake Eaters is a quirky, small town dra- ma that explores the lives of two interconnected families as they confront old ghosts and discover love in the face of devastating loss. (Produced by Armonk native Allen Bain and directed by Mary Stuart Masterson – feature directorial debut.)
May 7 (Program begins at 5pm)
Shorts: The Boundary, Coming Home, The Merciful Death of Jonas Blake
Feature: Roll Out, Cowboy Chris "Sandman" Sand is a rappin' cow- boy from Dunn Center, North Da- kota (population: 120 and shrinking). He drives a semi, plays the guitar and raps. He looks like Woody Guth- rie, but sings like LL Cool J. Roll Out, Cowboy follows the 39-year-old country/hip-hop musician as he tours the American West during the 2008 Presidential election.
A.R.T.S. Gallery founders (from left) Marjie Kern, Suzanne Ashley, Carol Carpentieri, Alex Tureaud, Dyan Rosenberg, and Phyllis Smith
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