Through the eyes of artists

Samite Mulondo

Samite is a world-renowned recording artist who, when not in his music studio, is either in his photography studio or his woodshop. His photographs of Africa, Ithaca, and points in between bring the viewer into his world and the moments that touch his soul. Each of Samite’s unique hand-carved bowls is an heirloom piece that […]

Carol LaBorie

Curiosity is what motivates me as an artist, and nature is my inspiration. I work primarily in textiles, fiber, and paper. When you visit my studio you’ll learn about how handmade paper can be made from locally foraged plants, recycled textiles, fiber, and more. 

Annie Sheng

I am a Finger Lakes based visual artist who specializes in bold acrylic, gouache, and sumi ink paintings, often speculative and narrative in nature, as well as other media, such as ceramics, found objects, and digital art. I received my Ph.D. in Anthropology at Cornell University in 2022 and my paintings reflect my interest in […]

Ethel Vrana

My early impressionistic landscapes have evolved into abstract paintings, inspired by the fundamental shapes and colors in nature, including two recent botanical series. I enjoy exploring new techniques using oil and acrylic paints, pastel sticks, transparent inks, layered painting, and collage.

Diane Newton

The work I will show of Ithaca are drawings in pastel on black Arches paper—44″ horizontally 30″ vertical.

Sheryl Sinkow

I am a professional photographer and work with commercial, non-profit and individual clients. My challenge in making photographs has always been to incorporate a sense of movement with the stillness of the medium.

Cindy Kaufman

I find myself drawn to abstracted floral and landscape themes, exploring the vibrant colors and the exuberant life energy found within. I want to capture the essence of the natural environment as well as the emotional impact I receive. The subject appears to be alive, virtually jumping off the canvas, immersing the viewer into a […]

Andrew Gillis

I have been photographing in Ithaca since 1970, primarily in black and white. My focus has been mostly the revealing details rather than large sweeping vistas, and most of my work consists of toned fiber base silver prints made from 4×5 negatives.

Carlton J. Manzano

Representational landscapes to contemporary impressionist.  Most of the paintings are painted outdoors on location  I work in oil on canvas.

Barbara Harrison

As a visual artist, I wander the environs, eyes in motion–delving into textures, patterns, colors, and lines painted by light. Expanding the view a scene presents by altering perspective. Exploring patterns of illumination, the observer has a chance to visualize the possibilities, rather than what is.