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Mike Kisner

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Mike is a native of CT and has lived in New Fairfield for the last 40 years. After retiring from the wine industry, he returned to a passion he had since he was young. He paints abstracts, mostly in acrylics. He is represented in galleries in CT and NY and is a member of The Sherman Artists Association.

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“with the support of the Department of Economic and Community Development, Office of the Arts, which also receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency”.

  • The 10 Best-Kept Secrets to Art Show Success!
    Missed our last members meeting? Catch the magic on YouTube! At our latest monthly gathering, we were thrilled to welcome powerhouse guest speaker @TerrieGoldstein, who unveiled “The… Read more: The 10 Best-Kept Secrets to Art Show Success!
  • The Joy, the Surprises, and the Challenges of being an artistwhile managing a gallery.
    “Much like being a creative writing teacher who needs to find time to do their own writing, or a shoemaker who is taking care of others while… Read more: The Joy, the Surprises, and the Challenges of being an artistwhile managing a gallery.
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  • When you start to think about spring cleaning, please save those art supplies that you no longer want for the Sherman Artists Association Art Supply Tag Sale. 

Dropoff is Friday, May 23, 1-4 p.m. at the Sherman Senior Center. If that time does not work for you, or if you need help or have questions, please contact us at ShermanArtists@gmail.com.

This is a fundraiser for the Sherman Artists Association to sell Art Supplies on Memorial Day Weekend at the Sherman Senior Center, Saturday, May 24, 9 am – 4 pm, and Sunday, May 25, 9 am – 1 pm. 

We are looking for donations of art supplies in good condition that you are no longer using. Items include art supplies such as easels, stretched canvases, sketchbooks, paper such as colored or metallic or for photographs, artists’ portfolios, art books, a variety of paints (watercolor, acrylic, tempera, oil, or for fabric or porcelain), crayons, colored pencils, markers, drawing pencils, beads, and ribbons, frames and framing supplies.
  • Reminder - Sherman Artists Meeting Wednesday May 14 6:30 pm - Sherman Senior Center and on Zoom

Speaker: Muriel Stockdale: The Creativity Story behind the “E Pluribus Unum” Flags that were on display at the Sherman Library April 4 – May 7, 2025

Please join artist Muriel Stockdale for a talk about creating her flag series which is entitled E PLURIBUS (our US motto which means Out of Many One). 

The meeting will also have updates regarding the Great Hollow Art Show, Art Supplies Tag Sale, ARTFEST 2025, and more.... #artist #art #artistsoninstagram #artisttalk @murielanyc
  • The Sherman Artists Association was born in October 2021 with the town’s first-ever Open Studios, sparking a vibrant creative movement. What began as a small, informal gathering of a dozen local artists meeting in our homes quickly gained momentum through word of mouth, expanding our circle of passionate creatives.

Recognizing the need for a more structured organization, we officially incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in January 2023, adopting professional accounting systems to support our growth. Today, we continue to foster artistic collaboration and community engagement, meeting monthly at the Sherman Senior Center.

Join us as we celebrate and elevate the arts in Sherman and nearby communities. #art #artorganization #fyp #supportlocalartists #artists
  • Come say hi đź‘‹ we are at Sherman Town Expo today until 3pm!
  • Missed our last members meeting? Catch the magic on YouTube!

At our latest monthly gathering, we were thrilled to welcome powerhouse guest speaker @TerrieGoldstein, who unveiled “The 10 Best-Kept Secrets to Art Show Success!” Whether you’re gearing up for ARTFEST 2025 or planning to hit the art show circuit, this is must-see content.

Terrie brings over 40 years of marketing expertise to the table—as a consultant, show strategist, and publisher of Hudson Valley Parent. Her passion for supporting artists is unmatched, and she’s distilled her decades of wisdom into 10 actionable, fun, and proven tips that can boost your sales and grow your art business.

Ready to level up your art show game?
Watch the full video now on our YouTube channel and start turning those secrets into success! •	#ArtShowSuccess
	•	#ArtistMarketing
	•	#ArtBusinessTips
	•	#SellYourArt
	•	#ArtFairTips
	•	#ArtShowReady
	•	#CreativeMarketing
	•	#ArtShowStrategy
	•	#ArtMarketingSecrets
	•	#GrowYourArtBusiness•  #Artfest2025
	•	#HudsonValleyArtists
	•	#GalleryTalks
	•	#ArtistSupport
  • Stay updated on our upcoming events by visiting the event tag on our website. Find the link in our bio or at shermanartists.org/events/#fyp #artists #artevents #supportlocal
  • The Sherman Community Expo 2025 is coming soon on May 3, 2025 11am - 3pm

 

The Sherman Conservation Commission and the Sherman Commission for the Arts are co-hosting the Second Annual Sherman Community Expo on Saturday May 3, 2025 from 11 - 3 pm on the Sherman Town Green (Rain date: May 4th). There will be live music, information about the various organizations that support our community, a bake sale, art projects for the kids and more!  Mark your calendar! Sherman Artists Association will have a booth with all the information about our great organization. Come meet us! #fyp #shoplocal #localartists #townexpo #shermanct #shermanartists
  • The Great Hollow Juried Painting and Photography Show celebrates its eighth year in 2025.  Over the past seven years, this show has raised over $10,000 for Great Hollow Nature Preserve. 

The 2025 Show will be held in person at the legendary Great Hollow Gate House Barn, as well as continue online for an additional six weeks, giving artists the opportunity for increased local and national exposure of their work. 

Artists are invited to submit up to four digital images of two-dimensional work for the competition. Accepted media are photographs, paintings, collages, drawings, and digitally augmented art. 

Ned Reade will be the juror for the painting, and Lori Adams will be the juror for the photography. Local businesses will donate prizes for first, second, and third place in both paintings and photography. 

Additionally, winners and honorable mentions will be invited to participate in a follow-up physical and virtual show at the Sherman Library in Sherman, CT, in late summer #ArtJourney 
 #ArtExhibition
#GalleryShow 
#ArtShowcase 
#GalleryExhibit 
#ArtInspiration 
#ArtEvent 
#ArtisticExpressions 
#CreativeGallery 
#ArtisticJourney 
#FineArtShow #supporthandmade #supportlocalartists #fyp #art #nature
  • Artists, join us in celebrating the fourth Sherman ARTFEST 2025, sponsored by the Sherman Artists Association (SAA), held in Charter Hall (Above the Firehouse) and the Town Green (by the IGA and Firehouse) in Sherman.  Last year, we had the show in this location, which was very successful. We are doing it again!  We are looking for artists who do paintings, photography, pottery, glass, jewelry, wood, fabric, and more!  There will be an opening reception on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 6 – 8 pm, and the show will also be open Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22, 2025, from 10 am – 4 pm.  Applications are due by Midnight on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Link in our bio. #ArtTeacher 
#ArtStudents 
#ArtCommunity 
#ArtInspiration 
#CreateEveryday 
#ArtJourney 
 #ArtExhibition
#GalleryShow 
#ArtShowcase 
#GalleryExhibit 
#ArtInspiration 
#ArtEvent 
#ArtisticExpressions 
#CreativeGallery 
#ArtisticJourney 
#FineArtShow
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When you start to think about spring cleaning, please save those art supplies that you no longer want for the Sherman Artists Association Art Supply Tag Sale. 

Dropoff is Friday, May 23, 1-4 p.m. at the Sherman Senior Center. If that time does not work for you, or if you need help or have questions, please contact us at ShermanArtists@gmail.com.

This is a fundraiser for the Sherman Artists Association to sell Art Supplies on Memorial Day Weekend at the Sherman Senior Center, Saturday, May 24, 9 am – 4 pm, and Sunday, May 25, 9 am – 1 pm. 

We are looking for donations of art supplies in good condition that you are no longer using. Items include art supplies such as easels, stretched canvases, sketchbooks, paper such as colored or metallic or for photographs, artists’ portfolios, art books, a variety of paints (watercolor, acrylic, tempera, oil, or for fabric or porcelain), crayons, colored pencils, markers, drawing pencils, beads, and ribbons, frames and framing supplies.
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When you start to think about spring cleaning, please save those art supplies that you no longer want for the Sherman Artists Association Art Supply Tag Sale. Dropoff is Friday, May 23, 1-4 p.m. at the Sherman Senior Center. If that time does not work for you, or if you need help or have questions, please contact us at ShermanArtists@gmail.com. This is a fundraiser for the Sherman Artists Association to sell Art Supplies on Memorial Day Weekend at the Sherman Senior Center, Saturday, May 24, 9 am – 4 pm, and Sunday, May 25, 9 am – 1 pm. We are looking for donations of art supplies in good condition that you are no longer using. Items include art supplies such as easels, stretched canvases, sketchbooks, paper such as colored or metallic or for photographs, artists’ portfolios, art books, a variety of paints (watercolor, acrylic, tempera, oil, or for fabric or porcelain), crayons, colored pencils, markers, drawing pencils, beads, and ribbons, frames and framing supplies.
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Reminder - Sherman Artists Meeting Wednesday May 14 6:30 pm - Sherman Senior Center and on Zoom

Speaker: Muriel Stockdale: The Creativity Story behind the “E Pluribus Unum” Flags that were on display at the Sherman Library April 4 – May 7, 2025

Please join artist Muriel Stockdale for a talk about creating her flag series which is entitled E PLURIBUS (our US motto which means Out of Many One). 

The meeting will also have updates regarding the Great Hollow Art Show, Art Supplies Tag Sale, ARTFEST 2025, and more.... #artist #art #artistsoninstagram #artisttalk @murielanyc
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Reminder - Sherman Artists Meeting Wednesday May 14 6:30 pm - Sherman Senior Center and on Zoom Speaker: Muriel Stockdale: The Creativity Story behind the “E Pluribus Unum” Flags that were on display at the Sherman Library April 4 – May 7, 2025 Please join artist Muriel Stockdale for a talk about creating her flag series which is entitled E PLURIBUS (our US motto which means Out of Many One). The meeting will also have updates regarding the Great Hollow Art Show, Art Supplies Tag Sale, ARTFEST 2025, and more.... #artist #art #artistsoninstagram #artisttalk @murielanyc
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The Sherman Artists Association was born in October 2021 with the town’s first-ever Open Studios, sparking a vibrant creative movement. What began as a small, informal gathering of a dozen local artists meeting in our homes quickly gained momentum through word of mouth, expanding our circle of passionate creatives.

Recognizing the need for a more structured organization, we officially incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in January 2023, adopting professional accounting systems to support our growth. Today, we continue to foster artistic collaboration and community engagement, meeting monthly at the Sherman Senior Center.

Join us as we celebrate and elevate the arts in Sherman and nearby communities. #art #artorganization #fyp #supportlocalartists #artists
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The Sherman Artists Association was born in October 2021 with the town’s first-ever Open Studios, sparking a vibrant creative movement. What began as a small, informal gathering of a dozen local artists meeting in our homes quickly gained momentum through word of mouth, expanding our circle of passionate creatives. Recognizing the need for a more structured organization, we officially incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in January 2023, adopting professional accounting systems to support our growth. Today, we continue to foster artistic collaboration and community engagement, meeting monthly at the Sherman Senior Center. Join us as we celebrate and elevate the arts in Sherman and nearby communities. #art #artorganization #fyp #supportlocalartists #artists
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Missed our last members meeting? Catch the magic on YouTube! At our latest monthly gathering, we were thrilled to welcome powerhouse guest speaker @TerrieGoldstein, who unveiled “The 10 Best-Kept Secrets to Art Show Success!” Whether you’re gearing up for ARTFEST 2025 or planning to hit the art show circuit, this is must-see content. Terrie brings over 40 years of marketing expertise to the table—as a consultant, show strategist, and publisher of Hudson Valley Parent. Her passion for supporting artists is unmatched, and she’s distilled her decades of wisdom into 10 actionable, fun, and proven tips that can boost your sales and grow your art business. Ready to level up your art show game? Watch the full video now on our YouTube channel and start turning those secrets into success! • #ArtShowSuccess • #ArtistMarketing • #ArtBusinessTips • #SellYourArt • #ArtFairTips • #ArtShowReady • #CreativeMarketing • #ArtShowStrategy • #ArtMarketingSecrets • #GrowYourArtBusiness• #Artfest2025 • #HudsonValleyArtists • #GalleryTalks • #ArtistSupport
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Stay updated on our upcoming events by visiting the event tag on our website. Find the link in our bio or at shermanartists.org/events/#fyp #artists #artevents #supportlocal
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The Sherman Community Expo 2025 is coming soon on May 3, 2025 11am - 3pm

 

The Sherman Conservation Commission and the Sherman Commission for the Arts are co-hosting the Second Annual Sherman Community Expo on Saturday May 3, 2025 from 11 - 3 pm on the Sherman Town Green (Rain date: May 4th). There will be live music, information about the various organizations that support our community, a bake sale, art projects for the kids and more!  Mark your calendar! Sherman Artists Association will have a booth with all the information about our great organization. Come meet us! #fyp #shoplocal #localartists #townexpo #shermanct #shermanartists
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The Sherman Community Expo 2025 is coming soon on May 3, 2025 11am - 3pm The Sherman Conservation Commission and the Sherman Commission for the Arts are co-hosting the Second Annual Sherman Community Expo on Saturday May 3, 2025 from 11 - 3 pm on the Sherman Town Green (Rain date: May 4th). There will be live music, information about the various organizations that support our community, a bake sale, art projects for the kids and more! Mark your calendar! Sherman Artists Association will have a booth with all the information about our great organization. Come meet us! #fyp #shoplocal #localartists #townexpo #shermanct #shermanartists
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The Great Hollow Juried Painting and Photography Show celebrates its eighth year in 2025.  Over the past seven years, this show has raised over $10,000 for Great Hollow Nature Preserve. 

The 2025 Show will be held in person at the legendary Great Hollow Gate House Barn, as well as continue online for an additional six weeks, giving artists the opportunity for increased local and national exposure of their work. 

Artists are invited to submit up to four digital images of two-dimensional work for the competition. Accepted media are photographs, paintings, collages, drawings, and digitally augmented art. 

Ned Reade will be the juror for the painting, and Lori Adams will be the juror for the photography. Local businesses will donate prizes for first, second, and third place in both paintings and photography. 

Additionally, winners and honorable mentions will be invited to participate in a follow-up physical and virtual show at the Sherman Library in Sherman, CT, in late summer #ArtJourney 
 #ArtExhibition
#GalleryShow 
#ArtShowcase 
#GalleryExhibit 
#ArtInspiration 
#ArtEvent 
#ArtisticExpressions 
#CreativeGallery 
#ArtisticJourney 
#FineArtShow #supporthandmade #supportlocalartists #fyp #art #nature
@shermanartists
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The Great Hollow Juried Painting and Photography Show celebrates its eighth year in 2025. Over the past seven years, this show has raised over $10,000 for Great Hollow Nature Preserve. The 2025 Show will be held in person at the legendary Great Hollow Gate House Barn, as well as continue online for an additional six weeks, giving artists the opportunity for increased local and national exposure of their work. Artists are invited to submit up to four digital images of two-dimensional work for the competition. Accepted media are photographs, paintings, collages, drawings, and digitally augmented art. Ned Reade will be the juror for the painting, and Lori Adams will be the juror for the photography. Local businesses will donate prizes for first, second, and third place in both paintings and photography. Additionally, winners and honorable mentions will be invited to participate in a follow-up physical and virtual show at the Sherman Library in Sherman, CT, in late summer #ArtJourney #ArtExhibition #GalleryShow #ArtShowcase #GalleryExhibit #ArtInspiration #ArtEvent #ArtisticExpressions #CreativeGallery #ArtisticJourney #FineArtShow #supporthandmade #supportlocalartists #fyp #art #nature
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Artists, join us in celebrating the fourth Sherman ARTFEST 2025, sponsored by the Sherman Artists Association (SAA), held in Charter Hall (Above the Firehouse) and the Town Green (by the IGA and Firehouse) in Sherman.  Last year, we had the show in this location, which was very successful. We are doing it again!  We are looking for artists who do paintings, photography, pottery, glass, jewelry, wood, fabric, and more!  There will be an opening reception on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 6 – 8 pm, and the show will also be open Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22, 2025, from 10 am – 4 pm.  Applications are due by Midnight on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Link in our bio. #ArtTeacher 
#ArtStudents 
#ArtCommunity 
#ArtInspiration 
#CreateEveryday 
#ArtJourney 
 #ArtExhibition
#GalleryShow 
#ArtShowcase 
#GalleryExhibit 
#ArtInspiration 
#ArtEvent 
#ArtisticExpressions 
#CreativeGallery 
#ArtisticJourney 
#FineArtShow
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Artists, join us in celebrating the fourth Sherman ARTFEST 2025, sponsored by the Sherman Artists Association (SAA), held in Charter Hall (Above the Firehouse) and the Town Green (by the IGA and Firehouse) in Sherman. Last year, we had the show in this location, which was very successful. We are doing it again! We are looking for artists who do paintings, photography, pottery, glass, jewelry, wood, fabric, and more! There will be an opening reception on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 6 – 8 pm, and the show will also be open Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22, 2025, from 10 am – 4 pm. Applications are due by Midnight on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Link in our bio. #ArtTeacher #ArtStudents #ArtCommunity #ArtInspiration #CreateEveryday #ArtJourney #ArtExhibition #GalleryShow #ArtShowcase #GalleryExhibit #ArtInspiration #ArtEvent #ArtisticExpressions #CreativeGallery #ArtisticJourney #FineArtShow
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