BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sherman Artists Association - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.shermanartists.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sherman Artists Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240705T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240731T170000 DTSTAMP:20240705T213342Z CREATED:20240625T040057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T213342Z UID:3348-1720166400-1722445200@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:July Feature Artist LAND Gallery-Christy Bonaiuto DESCRIPTION:“Fluid Fusion” Paintings and Photographs by Christy Bonaiuto @ LAND Gallery in Pawling\, NY \nJuly 5 – 31\, 2024 \nArtist Reception Saturday July 13\,  3-5 pm \nArtist Demonstration Sunday July 14\, 1-2 \n\nLAND Gallery \n30 Charles Colman Blvd \nPawling\, NY 12564 \n845-490-2281 \nHours: Thursday 10-4\, Friday 10-6\, Saturday 10-3 and Sunday 11-2 or by appointment \nWebsite: www.landgalleryonline.com \n\nLAND Gallery in Pawling\, New York and the Sherman Artists Association are pleased to announce a new show “Fluid Fusion:  An Artistic Journey Through Color & Creativity” by Christy Bonaiuto.  Her acrylic pour painting designs of fluid movement and ever-changing patterns are creations of color and delight.  Her camera captures are breathtaking.  The opening reception is Saturday\, July 13\, 3-5pm and an artist demonstration Sunday\, July 14\, 1-2pm.   The show is from July 5 – 31\, 2024.   For more information\, visit www.landgalleryonline.com or www.ShermanArtists.org. \n\n“I start with an idea in my mind and the art decides where to take me!”  says Bonaiuto.  “ It is a fun journey with colors and emotions that brings me through the other side to a unique one-of-a-kind piece of art.”   Her acrylic pour painting has been a gateway into the resin world in which she also create jewelry\, games and other treasured gifts.  She has also been a photographer for over 18 years\, expanding from nature photography to \npeople and enjoys capturing special moments. \n\nBonaiuto has a bachelor’s degree in Journalism Layout Design with an emphasis in public relations from the University of Oklahoma. She is a member of The Great Hollow Photographers Club\, Sherman Artists Association\, Gallery 25 in New Milford and a board member on the Sherman Commission for the Arts in Sherman\, Conn. \n\nThe Sherman Artists Association is sponsoring the Featured Artist Shows at LAND Gallery which includes the work of some of the most highly regarded photographers and painters in the local area. There is also a curated artisanal gift shop that sells a selection of locally handmade fine art and gifts. The Gallery is located in the heart of the Village of Pawling and does photography workshops\, walks and other artistic events. Find us at: 30 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, New York 12564. (Right across the street from the Pawling stop on the Metro North Harlem line). \n\nFor more information about the Sherman Artists Association\, visit www.ShermanArtists.org. For more information about LAND Gallery\, visit.www.landgalleryonline.com or Facebook: LANDGalleryinPawling. \n\nImages: by Christy Bonaiuto \n\n \n \n \n \n Christy Bonaiuto\n \n \n \n \n \n Proud Peacock – Acrylic Pour Painting\, 10 x 10\n \n \n \n \n \n Pegasus in Blue – Acrylic Pour Painting\, 20 x 20\n \n \n \n \n \n On Golden Pond – Acrylic\, 25 x 27\n \n \n \n \n \n Jellyfish – Photograph\, 18 x 12\n \n \n \n \n \n Tulip Raindrops – Photograph\, 16 x 20 URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/july-feature-artist-land-gallery-christy-bonaiuto/ LOCATION:LAND Gallery\, 30 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, NY\, 12564\, United States CATEGORIES:July 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/448277888_10161505248262394_750780706240146237_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240726T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240904T170000 DTSTAMP:20240721T171757Z CREATED:20240715T212639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T171757Z UID:3516-1721991600-1725469200@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:“Lions And Tigers And Bears: Oh My!” – Photographs by Susan Locke DESCRIPTION:“Lions And Tigers And Bears: Oh My!” – Photographs by Susan Locke @ The Sherman Library \nJuly 26 –  September 4\, 2024 \nOpening Reception Friday\, July 26\, 2024 6 – 8pm \n  \nThe Sherman Library \n1 Sherman Center \nPO Box 40 \nSherman\, Ct 06784 \n860-354-2455 \nwww.ShermanLibrary.org \nOpen Tues\, Wed & Friday 11 – 6\, Thursday 11-7\, Sat 10-4 \nThe Sherman Library is pleased to announce the next art show: “Lions And Tigers And Bears: Oh My!” – Photographs by Susan Locke.  Travelling around the world with her camera\, Locke has captured incredible images of the animal kingdom.  The expressions\, movement and detail in the photographs bring the personalities of her subjects alive for us to enjoy.  The opening reception will be Friday July 26\, 2024 from 6-8pm. The show will be on display at the Sherman Library from July 26 – September 4\, 2024 both at the Library and on their website\, www.ShermanLibrary.org. \n“Given my busy professional life as a Psychology Professor at Baruch College CUNY\, photography has always been a means of self-expression and relaxation” says Locke.  Her combined interest in photography and nature began virtually simultaneously.    When she was 8 years old\, her dad gave her a Kodak Duaflex II camera.  It accompanied her during summers spent at Girl Scout camp.  Since then\, photography has been the primary medium through which she has explored the world.  She has participated in several workshops in United States national parks and forests [Yellowstone\, Glacier\, Yosemite\, The Grand Tetons\, Denali\, Arches\, Canyonlands\, among others] and abroad [England\, France\, Italy\, Scotland\, Iceland\, Norway\, Ireland\, Switzerland\, New Zealand\, and several African countries].  Among her favorite portrait photos are those taken while she worked with the Peace Corps in Senegal\, West Africa. \nNow Locke’s retirement has enabled her to go from weekender status to living full-time in beautiful\, bucolic Sherman.  “It is impossible to live here without being inspired to photograph its landscapes\, flora\, and backyard wildlife every day” says Locke.  Having survived and appreciated the transition from film photography to the digital age\, she now enjoys the iPhone and a myriad of creative apps and recently gave a workshop about them sponsored by the Great Hollow Photographers Club.  She is also an active member of the Sherman Artists Association. \nFor more information about this show and the Sherman Library\, visit:  www.shermanlibrary.org. \n\n \n \n \n \n Icelandic Ponies\n \n \n \n \n \n Alpaca\n \n \n \n \n \n Baby Bobcat\n \n \n \n \n \n Tiger\n \n \n \n \n \n Black Bear \n \n \n \n \n \n Racoon URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/lions-and-tigers-and-bears-oh-my-photographs-by-susan-locke/ LOCATION:The Sherman Library\, 1 Sherman Ctr\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States CATEGORIES:August 2024,July 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ALFACEBOOK-8-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240801T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240831T170000 DTSTAMP:20240721T175023Z CREATED:20240721T175023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T175023Z UID:3566-1722506400-1725123600@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:“Ways of Water” - Watercolors by Charlene Leichter DESCRIPTION:“Ways of Water” – Watercolors by Charlene Leichter @ LAND Gallery in Pawling\, NY \nAugust 1 – 31\, 2024 \nArtist Reception Saturday August 3\,  3 – 5 pm \n\nLAND Gallery \n30 Charles Colman Blvd \nPawling\, NY 12564 \n845-490-2281 \nHours: Thursday 10-4\, Friday 10-6\, Saturday 10-3 and Sunday 11-2 or by appointment \nWebsite: www.landgalleryonline.com \n\nLAND Gallery in Pawling\, New York and the Sherman Artists Association are pleased to announce a new show “Ways of Water” – Watercolors by Charlene Leichter.  With water as the focal point\, Leichter’s paintings capture nature’s colors\, moods and beauty. They give a sense of calm\, of peace. The opening reception is Saturday\, August 3\, 3-5 pm.   The show is from August 1 – 31\, 2024.   For more information\, visit www.landgalleryonline.com or www.ShermanArtists.org. \n\n“When I look at a finished painting\,  I want to feel peace and comfort\, then I know it’s ready to provide the same to others.  I want my work to make someone feel calm\, peace and happiness in their heart.” Says Leichter. \nIn 2022\, post-surgery\, needing to find a diversion from the pain and discomfort\, she turned to her past love of watercolor painting and began to teach herself how to paint.  Not having done any drawing or painting since high school\, she started watching YouTube videos of drawing\, perspective and watercolor tutorials for hours on end.  Luckily\, in her house there were art supplies in storage containers that she opened and dusted off.  Followed by practice\, practice\, practice!  Trying and testing different techniques and eventually finding her own style. Through this came a love of landscapes\, especially with water as a focal point. No surprise here\, as she grew up on Long Island’s great South Bay and was no stranger to the ways of water and how peaceful yet powerful it can be. \nA native New Yorker\, Leichter now resides in Sherman CT. She has a BA in Economics from Stony Brook and a career in Information Technology as a developer and database administrator.  She had taught herself database and IT technology\, just as she taught herself watercolors.  Currently she is working part time\, being fully retired at the end of the year.  Leichter is Vice President of the Sherman Artists Association. \nThe Sherman Artists Association is sponsoring the Featured Artist Shows at LAND Gallery which includes the work of some of the most highly regarded photographers and painters in the local area. There is also a curated artisanal gift shop that sells a selection of locally handmade fine art and gifts. The Gallery is located in the heart of the Village of Pawling and does photography workshops\, walks and other artistic events. Find us at: 30 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, New York 12564. (Right across the street from the Pawling stop on the Metro North Harlem line). \n\nFor more information about the Sherman Artists Association\, visit www.ShermanArtists.org. For more information about LAND Gallery\, visit.www.landgalleryonline.com or Facebook: LANDGalleryinPawling. \n\nImages: Watercolors\, 9 x 12\,  by Charlene Leichter \n\n \n \n \n \n Autumn Lake\n \n \n \n \n \n Beach Stroll\n \n \n \n \n \n Day Sailing\n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean stones\n \n \n \n \n \n Woodland Stream\n \n \n \n \n \n Tree Light URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/ways-of-water-watercolors-by-charlene-leichter/ LOCATION:LAND Gallery\, 30 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, NY\, 12564\, United States CATEGORIES:August 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ALFACEBOOK-9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240802T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240831T170000 DTSTAMP:20240814T210858Z CREATED:20240715T025116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T210858Z UID:3488-1722603600-1725123600@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:August Light Art Show DESCRIPTION:Sherman Artists “August Light”  @ the Kent Art Association in Kent\, CT \nAugust 2 – 31\, 2024 \nOpen Hours Thursday – Saturday 1 – 5pm\, Sunday 12 – 4pm \n  \n  \nSherman Artist Association \nwww.ShermanArtists.org \n  \n  \nThe Sherman Artists Association is hosting a show “August Light” in the Kent Art Association Building\, 21 S. Main St\, Kent\, Connecticut August 2 – 31\, 2024. Over 35 artists and over 100 paintings\, photographs\, mixed media\, fused glass and sculpture have been accepted into the show.  The artists have created a feast of landscapes\, portraits and abstracts of life\, whimsy and beauty.   The opening reception is Friday\, August 2\, from 6 – 8 pm and the show is open from August 2-31\, 2024. Open hours are:  Thursday – Saturday 1 – 5pm\, Sunday 12 – 4pm.   For more information visit:  shermanartists.org. \n  \nThe artists\, both established and new\, are from New York\, and Connecticut including  Fairfield and Litchfield counties.  Participating artists include:  Bethe Bogues\, Christy Bonaiuto\, Catherine Burack\, Shiloh Carlisle\, Phyllis Chadwick\, John Clery\, Carolyn Cohen\, Keith Emminger\, Jeff Ginsburg\, Mary Ann Glass\, Jane Haslam\, Ted Hollander\, Linda Hubbard\, Joan Iver\, Dave King\, Mike Kisner\, Ely Knowles\, Blake Kotenbrink\, Herb Kroeger\, Kathleen L’Hommedieu\, Charlene Leichter\, Lu Li\, Kenny Litwack\, Mary Jane Magoon\, Christina Maschke\, MJ Newman\, Doreen O’Connor\, Laura Paradiso\, Terry Pasquale\, Kathy Peck\, Steve Pica\, Deborah Rose\, Liz Rosiello\, Virginia Schaffer\, Denise Schlesinger\, Lynn Slonaker\, Barbara Soares\, and Jim Stasiak. \n  \nSherman is the center for incredible artists and we are delighted to sponsor this event. To learn more about our events and our artists\, visit our Facebook page:  ShermanArtists or our website www.ShermanArtists.org URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/august-light-art-show-opening-reception/ LOCATION:KENT ART ASSOCIATION\, 21 S Main Street\, Kent\, 06757\, United States CATEGORIES:August 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/AL4X4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240905T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240929T170000 DTSTAMP:20240903T144051Z CREATED:20240903T144051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T144051Z UID:4221-1725530400-1727629200@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:“The Watercolor Garden - Watercolor Florals by Liz Rosiello @ LAND Gallery DESCRIPTION:“The Watercolor Garden  – Watercolor Florals by Liz Rosiello @ LAND Gallery in Pawling\, NY \nSeptember 5 – 29\, 2024 \nArtist Reception Saturday September 7\, 5 – 7 pm \n  \nLAND Gallery \n30 Charles Colman Blvd \nPawling\, NY 12564 \n845-490-2281 \nHours: Thursday 10-4\, Friday 10-6\, Saturday 10-3 and Sunday 11-2 or by appointment \nWebsite: www.landgalleryonline.com \n  \nLAND Gallery in Pawling\, New York and the Sherman Artists Association are pleased to announce a new show “The Watercolor Garden” – Watercolors by Liz Rosiello.  Come experience her paintings that portray the intrinsic beauty of flowers that have caught her eye in her garden and travels.  The opening reception is Saturday\, September 7\, 5-7 pm.   The show is from September 5 – 29\,  2024.   For more information\, visit www.landgalleryonline.com or www.ShermanArtists.org. \n  \n“My goal in creating my artwork is to capture the intrinsic beauty of nature. I am inspired by her colors\, textures\, shapes and nuances. I want my viewer to feel a sense of peace and happiness that transports them to a lovely spring day!” Says Liz Rosiello. \n  \nAs a young artist\, Rosiello attended the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan\, graduating with a BFA and Art Education dual degree.  She worked multiple creative jobs and founded art-related businesses\, such as A Co-Op Art Gallery in South Norwalk and Fine Art Picture Framing. In addition\, she was a quilt teacher for 15 years\, teaching adults of all levels at local quilt shops. Life interrupted her artistic pursuits\, as so many artists can relate. Raising a family and the need for a stable income\, overpowered her and left little time for art until the pandemic of 2020 when she found herself evaluating her life and dreams. When asked how she went back to art\, she said\, “I simply started drawing flowers in my garden in the spring of 2020. I found joy in creating and continued to draw and paint daily.” \n  \nRosiello is a member of the Sherman Artists Association\, NWCT Art Council\, Art Alliance of Woodbury\, SCAN – Society of Creative Arts of Newtown and the American Watercolor Society. In the last year Liz has demonstrated watercolor painting at SCAN\, the Shelton Arts League and has taught watercolor classes at the West Hartford Art League and in her Studio in Brookfield.  Her home is in New Milford Connecticut. \n  \nThe Sherman Artists Association is sponsoring the Featured Artist Shows at LAND Gallery which includes the work of some of the most highly regarded photographers and artisans in the local area with a curated selection of locally handmade fine art and gifts. The Gallery is located in the heart of the Village of Pawling and does photography workshops\, walks and other artistic events. Find us at: 30 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, New York 12564. (Right across the street from the Pawling stop on the Metro North Harlem line). \n  \nFor more information about the Sherman Artists Association\, www.ShermanArtists.org. \nFor more information about LAND Gallery\, www.landgalleryonline.com or Facebook: LANDGalleryinPawling. \n  \nImages:  Watercolors by Liz Rosiello \n\n \n \n \n \n Sunflower with Blue Sky\n \n \n \n \n \n Purple Bearded Iris\n \n \n \n \n \n Mountain Rose\n \n \n \n \n \n Blooming Peony\n \n \n \n \n \n Cone Flowers and Butterfly\n \n \n \n \n \n Sunshine Dahlia URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/the-watercolor-garden-watercolor-florals-by-liz-rosiello-land-gallery/ LOCATION:LAND Gallery\, 30 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, NY\, 12564\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Liz-Rosiello.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240906T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241009T170000 DTSTAMP:20240903T144604Z CREATED:20240903T144604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T144604Z UID:4234-1725616800-1728493200@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:“Great Hollow Art Show Invitational 2024” @ Sherman Library DESCRIPTION:“Great Hollow Art Show Invitational 2024” @ Sherman Library \nSeptember 6– October 9\, 2024 \nArtist Reception – Friday September 6\, 2024\, 6 – 8pm \n  \nThe Sherman Library \n1 Sherman Center \nPO Box 40 \nSherman\, Ct 06784 \n860-354-2455 \nwww.ShermanLibrary.org \nOpen Tues\, Wed & Friday 11 – 6\, Thursday 11-7\, Sat 10-4. \n\n\n\nThe Sherman Library is pleased to announce a group show featuring the artists from the seventh Annual Great Hollow Juried Painting and Photography Show 2024.   The winners\, honorable mentions\, and committee members have been invited to participate and share their love of nature celebrating the Great Hollow Nature Preserve through their depictions of wildlife and the beauty of the seasons.  The opening reception will be Friday September 6\, 2023\, 6– 8pm.  The exhibit will be on display at the Sherman Library from September 6 – October 9\, 2024 both at the Library and on their website\, www.ShermanLibrary.org. \n\nThe featured artists\, using their paint brushes or cameras\, have captured a swan’s serenity\, the majestic stare of a coyote\, the scary eyes of a bear\, the delicate beauty of a flower\, a colorful mushroom and more.   They have also depicted beautiful woodland scenes and colorful fields of flowers.  They remind us of the many faces of nature and how it offers us joy and beauty to nourish and replenish our souls. \n\nThe Sherman Library show will showcase these selected painters and photographers:  Christy Bonaiuto\, Denise Cassano\, John Charles\, Phyllis Chadwick\, John Clery\, Carolyn Cohen\, Karen Golden\, Linda Hubbard\, Jeff Ginsburg\, Andy Kimmel\, Susan Locke\, Doreen O’Connor\, John O’Donnell\, Masumi O’Donnell\, Linda Sperry\, Gary Stanford and more!! \n\nFor more information on the photographers club\, visit Facebook – Great Hollow Photographers Club:  www.facebook.com/GHPClub.   For questions\, please email: ghpclub@gmail.com \n\nFor more information about the featured art show and the Sherman Library\, visit: www.shermanlibrary.org                \n\n \n \n \n \n Carolyn Cohen – Ancient Ferns\, Mixed Media\, 20 x 22\n \n \n \n \n \n Phyllis Chadwick – Dandelion Botanical Drawing 18 x 15\n \n \n \n \n \n John Clery – Coyote Frosty Field\, Photograph\, 18 x 24\n \n \n \n \n \n John O’Donnell – Portrait of a Friendly\, Photograph\, Bear 20 x 24 URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/great-hollow-art-show-invitational-2024-sherman-library/ LOCATION:The Sherman Library\, 1 Sherman Ctr\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Carolyn-Cohen-Ancient-Leavings.-mixed-medium-20-x-22-400.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240907T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240907T130000 DTSTAMP:20240809T212331Z CREATED:20240809T212223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T212331Z UID:4019-1725703200-1725714000@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:ART JAM at the Sherman Library DESCRIPTION:ART JAM\nat the Sherman Library\nThe Sherman Library and the Sherman Artists Association invite all levels and types of adult visual artists to attend a monthly open studio at the Library. This is a\nwonderful opportunity to schedule time in your busy life to work on your art\, enhance your creative process\, and be inspired by fellow artists. Bring your own supplies and\nrefreshments.\nSaturday\, Sept 7th\n10:00 am -1:00 pm\nThis program is limited to 20 registrants. Registration is required. To register\, go to https://www.shermanlibrary.org/registration-dropdown URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/4019/ LOCATION:The Sherman Library\, 1 Sherman Ctr\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States CATEGORIES:September 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Art-Jam-Flyer-September.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240914T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240914T143000 DTSTAMP:20240903T145839Z CREATED:20240903T145839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T145839Z UID:4254-1726318800-1726324200@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:“How to Create a Photobook” - A Great Hollow Photographers Club Workshop DESCRIPTION:“How to Create a Photobook” – A Great Hollow Photographers Club Workshop by Gary Stanford and John O’Donnell @Great Hollow \nSeptember 14\, 2024 – 1 pm to 2:30 pm \n  \nGreat Hollow Nature Preserve \n& Ecological Research Center \nMerritt Building \n225 State Route 37 \nNew Fairfield\, CT 06812 \nwww.greathollow.org \n  \n  \nThe Great Hollow Photographers Club (GHPC) will present a workshop “How to Create a Photobook” on Saturday\, September 14\, 2024\, at 1 – 2:30 pm by John O’Donnell and Gary Stanford at the Great Hollow Nature Preserve. Whether your photos of a trip\, a family gathering or treasured moments\, how do you create a photobook\, how do you get started?  The workshop will be held at Great Hollow in the Community Room in the Merritt Building. There is no cost for the workshop\, but seating is limited and advance registration is suggested via email to GHPhotoC@gmail.com. \n  \nGHPC members Gary Stanford and John O’Donnell will focus on defining the objectives for a photobook\, editing and sequencing the photographs\, adding text to the materials\, and selecting an appropriate printer/publisher.  Because audience participation is a large part of the workshop\, attendees are encouraged to bring their own photobooks to show and discuss\, whether in draft form\, printed form\, or just as ideas. \n  \nA resident of Danbury for the past 20 years\, Gary Stanford is a retired Vice President of JP Morgan Chase Bank and a lifelong photographer.  He currently divides his time between his passion for photography\, teaching part time at Henry Abbott Technical HS and ministering at New Hope Baptist church\, Danbury.  In the photographic realm\, Gary is a member of Great Hollow Photographers Club and Candlewood Camera Club.  He enjoys photographing cityscapes\, bridges and landscapes. Along with using state of the art digital equipment\, Gary also enjoys the craft of analog (film) photography.  His work can be viewed at his website\, garystanford.zenfolio.com. \n  \nSherman resident John O’Donnell is currently a principal at Atelier VGI\, a Manhattan-based publisher of limited edition\, fine art photobooks.  John has spent decades in the media and publishing industries.  Using his lens name\, John Charles\, he is recognized world-wide for his specialty of teddy bear photographs.  Together with his wife Masumi\, John supervises the One Thousand Bears Project\, a private charity which donates photographs of teddy bears to children’s hospitals and orphanages\, in order to “help people smile.” \n  \nFor more information about Great Hollow Photographers Club\, please visit: the GHPC Facebook page: www.facebook.com/GHPClub. Direct any questions to GHPhotoC@gmail.com. \nFor more information about the Great Hollow Nature Preserve: www.greathollow.org. \nImages:  Sample Photobooks URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/how-to-create-a-photobook-a-great-hollow-photographers-club-workshop/ LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, 06812\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WinterBirds.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241004 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241005 DTSTAMP:20240903T145406Z CREATED:20240903T145250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T145406Z UID:4243-1728000000-1728086399@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Great Hollow Photographers Club: Calendar 2025 Call for Submissions Deadline October 4\, 2024 DESCRIPTION:Great Hollow Photographers Club:  Calendar 2025 Call for Submissions \nDeadline  October 4\, 2024 \nGreat Hollow Nature Preserve \n & Ecological Research Center \nMerritt Building \n225 State Route 37 \nNew Fairfield\, CT 06812 \nwww.greathollow.org \nThe Great Hollow Photographers Club (GHPC) is again sponsoring a Great Hollow Calendar.  All area photographers are encouraged to submit up to four photos for inclusion in the 2025 Great Hollow Photo Calendar. The 2025 Calendar Theme is local nature and wildlife in a celebration of Great Hollow.  There is no cost to submit your best photos (up to four) of landscapes\, wildlife\, flora and other natural views of the general Great Hollow and New England areas.  Photos must be in horizontal format.  Submission deadline is midnight\, Friday\, October 4\, 2024.  For details and prospectus\, email GHphotoc@gmail.com. \nUse this QR code\, or click here to submit photos: http://bit.ly/ghcsub \n \nWinners will be selected by the attendees at the GHPC meeting on Tuesday\, Oct. 15 2024\, 6:30 pm at Great Hollow open to all interested photographers.  Photographers whose photos are selected for any of the 12 months of the calendar are requested to purchase one calendar for $25\, and are welcome to purchase additional calendars at $15 each. Entrants are welcome to submit multiple images and specify only one is to be selected. \nFor more information about Great Hollow Photographers Club\, please visit: the GHPC Facebook page: www.facebook.com/GHPClub. Direct any questions to GHPhotoC@gmail.com. \nFor more information about the Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, www.greathollow.org. \nSample Photographs from 2024 Great Hollow Calendar: URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/great-hollow-photographers-club-calendar-2025-call-for-submissions-deadline-october-4-2024/ LOCATION:CT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024-Calendar-07-July.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241004T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241027T160000 DTSTAMP:20240927T170150Z CREATED:20240927T170150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T170150Z UID:4307-1728036000-1730044800@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:“The Sensual Side of Birds”- Photographs by Jeff Ginsburg and Lu Li DESCRIPTION:October 4 – 27\, 2024 \nArtist Talk Saturday October 19\, 1:30 – 2:30 pm \n\nLAND Gallery \n30 Charles Colman Blvd \nPawling\, NY 12564 \n845-490-2281 \nHours: Thursday 10-4\, Friday 10-6\, Saturday 10-3 and Sunday 11-2 or by appointment \nWebsite: www.landgalleryonline.com \n\nLAND Gallery in Pawling\, New York and the Sherman Artists Association are pleased to announce a new show “The Sensual Side of Birds” – Photographs by Jeff Ginsburg and Lu Li.  The bird photographs show a strong connection between the photographers and their wild subjects\, inviting you into a world of impact\, emotion and beauty. The show is from October 3 – 27 and there will be an artists’ talk on Saturday October 19\, 1:30 – 2:30\,  2024.   For more information\, visit www.landgalleryonline.com or www.ShermanArtists.org. \n\nGrowing up in very different worlds\, Ginsburg and Li both share a love of travel\, nature and photography. As a little girl\, Li began her fascination with cameras\, rare commodities in China. Nevertheless\, after years of saving\, she succeeded and was able to travel and photograph the exotic lands of China during college breaks. Li earned a bachelor’s degree in radar engineering from China’s top engineering college and then became the first female to lead a major development team at the Chinese Navy’s Research Institute. Li earned a master’s degree in Computer Science at CUNY and implemented next-generation cell phone systems. \n“I think the camera often produces images more compelling than the actual subject. I love spending hours quietly watching and recording my wild ducks and birds”\, says Li. “In fact\, I feel I’m one of them through my adoration and feelings of strong connection. I think my photos capture their indescribable beauty.” \nGinsburg grew up in Danbury and has been creatively “improving” photographs since building a basement darkroom when he was eleven years old. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering at Duke University and while there worked for four years as the photographer for their daily paper\, developing all his prints in their darkrooms and completing a rigorous photography course. He then received a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering at Washington University St Louis and then worked in Boston as a biomedical engineer in research and development. Later he moved to Manhattan to create a workflow and reporting system at Morgan Stanley. \n“I believe every photo must have an emotional impact\,” says Ginsburg when asked what his guiding principle has been throughout his years of photography. \nNow retired\, they live in the woods on Squantz Pond and enjoy traveling to many countries and national parks. Li enjoys photographing\, learning French and playing the cello. Ginsburg enjoys photographing\, sailing\, playing tennis\, and creative writing.  He is a member of the Sherman Artists Association\, Great Hollow Photographers Club\, Sherman Writers Group and the Candlewood Sailing Club. \nThe Sherman Artists Association is sponsoring the Featured Artist Shows at LAND Gallery which includes the work of some of the most highly regarded photographers and artisans in the local area with a curated selection of locally handmade fine art and gifts. The Gallery is located in the heart of the Village of Pawling and does photography workshops\, walks and other artistic events. Find them at: 30 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, New York 12564. (Right across the street from the Pawling stop on the Metro North Harlem line). \n\nFor more information about the Sherman Artists Association\, www.ShermanArtists.org. \nFor more information about LAND Gallery\, www.landgalleryonline.com or Facebook: LANDGalleryinPawling. \n\nImages:  Photographs \n\n \n \n \n \n Lu Li – Meet Cute\n \n \n \n \n \n Lu Li – Duck at Dawn\n \n \n \n \n \n Lu Li – Dog Eared Cardinal\n \n \n \n \n \n Jeff Ginsburg – Wood Baby\, Most Attentive\n \n \n \n \n \n Jeff Ginsburg – Profile in Joy\n \n \n \n \n \n Jeff Ginsburg – You Talkin to Me? URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/the-sensual-side-of-birds-photographs-by-jeff-ginsburg-and-lu-li/ LOCATION:LAND Gallery\, 30 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, NY\, 12564\, United States CATEGORIES:October 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Lu-Li-Meet-Cute-Photograph.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241005T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241005T160000 DTSTAMP:20240927T161541Z CREATED:20240221T023221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T161541Z UID:2693-1728126000-1728144000@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Happy Acres Farm Day DESCRIPTION:Press Release: \nSherman Artists @ 4th Annual Farm Day\, Happy Acres\, Sherman\, CT \nSaturday October 5\, 2024  11 – 4pm \n2 Taber Road\, Sherman\, CT \n  \nSherman Artist Association \nwww.ShermanArtists.org \n\n\nMark your calendars for the 4th Annual Farm Day at Happy Acres Farm\, Sherman\, Conn. The Sherman Artists Association is delighted to be participating again this year.  We will be offering farm-themed artworks depicting Happy Acres\, farm animals\, and farm life.  Some art is for sale and some will be raffled to lucky winners.  Raffle tickets are $5 each or 10 for $40.   The raffle is a fundraiser for the Sherman Artists Association.  The event is at Happy Acres Farm\, Saturday\, October 5\, 2024\, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information visit:  shermanartists.org. \n\nNew this year will also be artwork from The Sherman School.  The Sherman Artists Association is partnering with the school to display artwork from kindergarten to 3rd grade. Come admire what our talented budding artists are creating.  Note: this artwork is for display only. \n\nHappy Acres Farm is celebrating its 4th Annual Farm Day. There will be music\, food\, pumpkin painting\, pumpkins for sale\, animal exhibits\, hay rides\, farm equipment and more!  There is something for everyone so come join us for a fun-filled day. \nSherman is the center for incredible artists and the Sherman Artists Association is delighted to participate in Farm Day. Our mission is dedicated to providing a forum for local artists and to enrich the Sherman community’s cultural life through visual arts.  Learn more about the artists\, the Sherman Artists Association and this event online at ShermanArtists.org or email shermanartists@gmail.com \nImages: \n\n \n \n \n \n Blake Kotenbrink2 RAFFLE _ Floral Crowned Bovine _ oil pastel _ $200 _ 18” x 22”\n \n \n \n \n \n Mae Maimone2 SALE _ Hiding in the Forest _ textile _ $160 _ 14” x 9” x 13”\n \n \n \n \n \n Susan Locke SALE _ Chester & Moose _ digital photography _ $100 _ 12” X 12” \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda T Hubbard Snowy Happy Acres. Photograph. 10 x 20\n \n \n \n \n \n Gigi Barrett Fab Five Pastel 12×15 \n \n \n \n \n \n Kathleen Peck SALE _ Farm Moon _ fused glass _ $300 _ 16” diameter\n \n \n \n \n \n school sample\n \n \n \n \n \n Bethe Bogues RAFFLE _ Happy Day _ Oil _ $175 _ 9” x 12” URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/happy-acres-farm-day/ LOCATION:Happy Acres Farm\, 2 Taber Rd\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States CATEGORIES:October 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Untitled-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241101T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241201T170000 DTSTAMP:20241017T145237Z CREATED:20240221T023707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T145237Z UID:2695-1730455200-1733072400@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:LIVE 4ART DESCRIPTION:Earth\, Wind & Fire—“A Celebration of Nature”:  The Submission deadline has been extended to Thursday\, October 10.\n“Earth\, Wind and Fire” – the Sherman Artists Association @ Live 4 Art Gallery in Pawling\, NY\nNovember 1 – December 1\, 2024\nOpening Reception November 1\, 2024 5-7pm \nLive 4 Art Gallery\n20 Charles Colman Blvd\nPawling\, NY 12564\n845-490-2281\nHours: Thursdays & Sundays 11AM-4PM Friday and Sat 11AM-6PM\nWebsite: www.shermanaritsts.org \nThe Sherman Artists Association is presenting “Earth\, Wind and Fire” at the Live 4 Art Gallery in Pawling New York. The artwork is themed and inspired by the effects humans have had on the urban and rural environment\, both good and bad. The artists have depicted both the negative effects such as global warming\, waste\, increased storms and extreme weather; and also\, positive effects such as gardens\, reforestation\, conservation\, wildlife awareness and earth’s beauty. There are paintings\, photographs\, glass and pottery. There will be an opening reception on November 1\, 5 – 7pm. The show will then be up until December 1\, 2024. For more information\, www.shermanartists.org \nThe show is juried by Michael Garland\, awarding 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place ribbons. Garland is a New York Times best-selling author and illustrator. His greatest success has been for writing and illustrating children’s picture books. He is also a fine artist with a long list of gallery shows and awards. His work has been featured in American Artist Magazine\, Print Magazine\, Communication Arts and Conservation Magazine. Recently\, his painting\, Lattice Face\, won an award at the annual Mark Twain Library Art Show. He and his wife reside in Patterson\, New York. \nThere are over 50 artworks including paintings\, photographs\, glass and pottery. Artwork is by Elizabeth Bogues\, Christy Bonaiuto\, Donna Castelluccio\, Phyllis Chadwick\, Carolyn Cohen\, Nancy Cuoco\, Eva DeFranco\, Karen Golden\, Tony Gomez\, Sylvia Hierro\, Ted Hollander\, Linda Hubbard\, Elizabeth Knowles\, Herb Kroeger\, Kenny Litwack\, Laura Paradiso\, Terry Pasquale\, Kathleen Pecks Marks\, Liz Rosiello\, Denise Schlesinger and Lynn Slonaker. \nThe Sherman Artists Association is based in Sherman\, but also includes artists from New Fairfield\, New Milford\, Pawling and Patterson. It is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that promotes the visual arts and educates the public by providing a means for artists to share their knowledge\, support\, and inspiration\, thereby enriching the cultural life of the Sherman and neighboring communities. It has monthly meetings the second Wednesday of each month with educational and inspiring speakers. They are also hosting Open Studios on December 7 & 8\, 2024 both at artists’ studios and popup locations. \nFor more information about the artists\, events\, Open Studio Brochure (&Map) and the Sherman Artists Association\, visit www.ShermanArtists.org or Facebook page: Facebook/ Sherman Artists \n\n \n \n \n \n Florida – Fused Glass\, Kenny Litwack\n \n \n \n \n \n Environmental Cataclysm—Acrylic\,Terry Pasquale\n \n \n \n \n \n Antarctic Landscape – Photograph\, Tony Gomez\n \n \n \n \n \n Layers of the Universe – Digitally Augmented Photograph\, Phyllis Chadwick\n \n \n \n \n \n Wildfire – Oil on Canvas\, Nancy Cuoco\n \n \n \n \n \n AARP Avian Armada Resistance to Plastic – Mixed Media\, Sylvia Hierro\n \n \n \n \n \n Earth\, Wind\, & Fire – Fused Glass Plate\, Kathy Pecks Marks URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/live-4art/ LOCATION:Live 4 Art Gallery\, 20 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, NY\, 12564\, United States CATEGORIES:November 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/live-4-art.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241122T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250108T170000 DTSTAMP:20241121T160113Z CREATED:20240221T023950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T160113Z UID:2698-1732273200-1736355600@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY: Sherman Artists Open Studios Show 2024 @ Sherman Library November 22\, 2024 – January 8\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Sherman Library is pleased to present the Sherman Artists Open Studios Show 2024.  The artwork is by members of the Sherman Artists Association who are participating in the Sherman Open Studios 2024 Tour on Saturday and Sunday\, December 7 & 8\, 10 am – 4 pm. Painters\, photographers\, mixed media\, fused glass\, wood and pottery artists will open their home studios or participate in pop-up studios.  Samples of the artist’s artwork will be at the Sherman Library from November 22\, 2024 – January 8\, 2025.  The opening reception will be on Friday November 22\, 6-8pm. The artwork will also be on the Sherman Library website:  www.ShermanLibrary.org \n  \nTwenty-four artists will be in their studios\, at the Sherman Town Hall\, the Sherman Senior Center\, and the Sherman JCC. This is your chance to engage with creators\, explore unique artworks\, and discover that perfect one-of-a-kind gift for the holidays! Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just looking for something special\, there’s something here for everyone. In addition to finding great gifts\, there will also be a free raffle\, artists demos and holiday treats!  For a brochure/map and more information\, visit www.ShermanArtists.org \n  \nParticipating artists include Betsy Duckworth\, Bonnie Johnson\, Carolyn Cohen\, Christina Maschke\, Christy Bonaiuto\, Cindy O’Connor\, Donna Castelluccio\, Doreen O’Connor\, Ely Knowles\, Elizabethe Bogues\, Eva DeFranco\, Greg Chadwick\, Jaime Seymour\, Karen Golden\, Kenny Litwack\, Linda Hubbard\, Liz Rosiello\, Lynn Slonaker\, Mary Jane Magoon\, MJ Newman\, Phyllis Chadwick\, Susan Grisell\, Terry Pasquale and Tony Gomez. \n     \nFor more information about the Sherman Artists Open Studio\, visit: shermanartists.org \nFor more information about this show and the Sherman Library\, visit:  www.shermanlibrary.org        \n\n\n\nTony Gomez. Window and Patch – Colonia del Sacramento Uruguay. Photograph. 23 x 28. $500 \n\n\n\nG.Chadwick- Heat – Resin Clock- 12_ x 12_ $225 \n\n\n\nMJ Magoon\, Redding Farm\, Watercolor 28X20\,$600\n\n\n\nEly Knowles BumbleBee Epoxy & Acrylic 12 x 12 $200\n\n\n\nChristina Maschke Peppers Colored Pencil 8×10 2. 75 URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/open-studio-sherman-library-show/ LOCATION:The Sherman Library\, 1 Sherman Ctr\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States CATEGORIES:November 2024 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Open-Studio-Tour-2024-flyer-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250503T160000 DTSTAMP:20250421T171820Z CREATED:20250124T184100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T171820Z UID:4941-1746270000-1746288000@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Sherman Community Expo DESCRIPTION:On the Sherman Town Green.  Sherman Artists Association will have a booth. Come learn more about our great organization. \n\n\n\nThe Sherman Artists Association\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit\, is dedicated to promoting the visual arts and fostering public appreciation for creative expression. Our mission is to enrich the cultural fabric of the greater Sherman community by empowering artists to share their work\, knowledge\, and inspiration while upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship. As a dynamic hub for artists\, gallery owners\, curators\, collectors\, and art enthusiasts\, we provide exciting exhibitions\, networking opportunities\, and engaging events that connect and inspire. Through our monthly meetings and community-driven initiatives\, we strive to be the premier resource for those passionate about the arts. URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/sherman-community-expo/ LOCATION:Town Green\, Rt 39 North\, Sherman\, CT\, CT\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Sherman-Community-Expo-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250516T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250630T190000 DTSTAMP:20250521T144543Z CREATED:20250124T184815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T144543Z UID:4943-1747418400-1751310000@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Great Hollow Juried Art Show Online Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Online Exhibition Page Here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n2025 Great Hollow Juried Painting and Photography Show \n\n\n\n\nSponsored by the Great Hollow Photographers Club \n\n\n\nand held at the Great Hollow Gate House Barn \n\n\n\nGreat Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center\,  \n\n\n\n225 State Route 37\, New Fairfield\, CT  \n\n\n\n\nOpening Night Reception:  Friday\, May 16\, 2025 from 6 pm to 8 pm \n\n\n\nPublic Exhibition: May 17 and May 18\, 2025\, from 10 am to 4 pm daily \n\n\n\nOnline Exhibition: May 16 to June 30\, 2025  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Great Hollow Juried Art Show fundraiser for Great Hollow Nature Preserve is opening Friday May 16\, 6-8pm and then Saturday May 17 and Sunday May 18\, 10 – 4pm.  Painters and photographers who love nature have created over a hundred and thirty pieces of artwork celebrating nature in and around Great Hollow Nature Preserve.  Sponsored by the Great Hollow Photographers Club\, this is the eighth annual art show fundraiser for Great Hollow Nature Preserve.   The opening Reception is on Friday\, May 16\, 2025\, 6:00– 8:00 pm with refreshments and prizes will be announced.   All are welcome.  The show will continue for viewing and sales Saturday May 17 and Sunday May 18\, 2025 10 am – 4 pm\, in the Gate House Barn at Great Hollow. This show will also be online from May 16 – June 30\, 2025 on the Sherman Artists website\, www.shermanartists.org. \n\n\n\nAll artworks are for sale and a portion of the sales support Great Hollow Nature Preserve’s mission of environmental education\, research\, and conservation.  There will also be a display of children’s artwork by campers who have attended the Great Hollow Camp programs.  In addition to the fifty artists that are participating in the show\, many thanks also go to the local Danbury\, New Fairfield\, New Milford\, Sherman\, Patterson\, and Pawling businesses that have donated prizes for the winning artists.  Jurors for the artwork are Ned Reade for painting and Lori Adams for photography.  Thanks also go to the Friends of the Great Swamp (FROGS) and Sherman Artists Association (SAA) for the use of their art show panels and SAA for hosting the art show on their website. \n\n\n\nFor more information about the Great Hollow Photographers Club\, visit the Great Hollow Photographers Club Facebook page: www.facebook.com/GHPClub.  Direct any questions to GHPhotoC@gmail.com.   For the online art show\, visit www.shermanartist.org.  For more information about Great Hollow Nature Preserve\, visit:  www.greathollow.org. \n\n\n\n\nTJ Parille Kronen  – Solo Female Bald Eagle   Photograph   20 x 16 \n\n\n\nJames Gay   – Natures Complexities    Photograph    20 x 16 \n\n\n\nBetsy Duckworth  –  Hibiscus Papilio    Enviro Sculpture    11 x 14  \n\n\n\nChristina Maschke  – Finn   Pastel    24 x 29\n\n\n\nAmy Valiante – Birds on a Fence Acrylic 16 x 20 \n\n\n\nDenise Schlesinger – Great Hollow Grounds Acrylic 16 x 20\n\n\n\nPeter Krupenye – Tony’s Owl Photograph 21 x 15 URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/great-hollow-juried-art-show-2025/ LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, 06812\, United States CATEGORIES:May 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Great-Hollow-Juried-Art-Show-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sherman Artists Association":MAILTO:shermanartists@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250523T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250525T160000 DTSTAMP:20250408T170001Z CREATED:20250124T184946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T170001Z UID:4946-1747994400-1748188800@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Art Supply Tag Sale-Save the Date! DESCRIPTION:When you start to think about spring cleaning\, please save those art supplies that you do not want anymore 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. For more information about the Sherman Artists Association: www.ShermanArtists.org \n\n\n\nWe 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.  URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/art-supply-tag-sale/ LOCATION:Sherman Senior Center\, 8 CT-37\, Sherman\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SAA-TAG-SALE-2025-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250607T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250819T235959 DTSTAMP:20250614T155357Z CREATED:20250614T154835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T155357Z UID:5542-1749254400-1755647999@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY: Plein Air Painting Series DESCRIPTION:Plus Art Associations around Candlewood Lake are sponsoring a Plein Air Painting Series Begins June 7and through the Summer Months \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Candlewood League of Artists/Candlewood Arts Fund of greaterNew Fairfield\, the artists at Gallery25 in New Milford\, the ShermanAssociation of Artists\, and the Richter Association for the Arts in Danburyhave put together a series of outdoor art sessions. \n\n\n\nThis “Summer Plein Air Art Series” begins on Saturday\, June 7 with a“how to” instructive art demonstration by professional painter DianeDubreuil. \n\n\n\nFrom 1-3pm at the New Fairfield Library\, Diane will recommendhandy (and lightweight) art supplies for use outdoors. She will also shareher award-winning techniques for capturing a scene in a limited time frame. \n\n\n\nThen every other Tuesday morning\, beginning June 17 and goingthrough August 19\, you and other adventurous artists can meet from 9:30-12:30pm with your portable easels\, sketch pads or canvases\, stools\, sunhats\, water\, sunscreen\, (maybe bug spray?!) … and paint or draw until thelight changes or it’s time for lunch!Here are the dates and locations for the summer sessions:–June 17 at Hubble House and the Parsonage in New Fairfield-July 8 at Tarrywile Park and Mansion in Danbury-July 22 at Harrybrooke Park in New Milford-August 5 at Deer Pond Farm Audubon Sanctuary in Sherman-August 19 at Squantz Pond State Park in New FairfieldRain dates are the following Wednesdays\, same time and location.The series will culminate in an Art Show of the participants’ outdoorwork at the Richter House in Danbury on Saturday\, September 6 from 3-6pm.  URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/plein-air-painting-series/ LOCATION:CT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/P9220076.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250621T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250622T160000 DTSTAMP:20250521T145025Z CREATED:20250124T185123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T145025Z UID:4948-1750500000-1750608000@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:ARTFEST DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nThere 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. \n\n\n\nThis show will be indoors in the main room at Charter Hall (on the top floor of Sherman’s Firehouse) and outdoors on Sherman Town Green.    \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about the Sherman Artists Association\, email shermanartists@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\nTown Green Outdoor Space\n\n\n\nCharter Hall Indoor Space URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/artfest-2/ LOCATION:Town Green\, Rt 39 North\, Sherman\, CT\, CT\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/new-edits-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250711T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250711T235959 DTSTAMP:20250617T172438Z CREATED:20250617T172259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T172438Z UID:5559-1752192000-1752278399@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Call for Artists: August Light 2025 at the Kent Art Association DESCRIPTION:Sherman Artists invites you to be part of August Light 2025\, a juried art show celebrating brilliance\, beauty\, and inspiration. This vibrant exhibit will be held in Kent\, CT\, and is open to both 2D and 3D original artworks created by the submitting artist. Submission Details: Submit up to four (4) high-quality digital images of your artwork at ShermanArtists.org or use the QR code. Deadline: Midnight on Monday\, July 11\, 2025. Notification of acceptance and contracts will be sent by July 18\, 2025. Submission is free\, but please review the full submission rules for entry fee details and prospectus. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work in one of Litchfield County’s most picturesque towns\, where art and nature meet in perfect harmony. \n\n\n\n\nSubmit here URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/call-for-artists-august-light-2025-at-the-kent-art-association/ LOCATION:KENT ART ASSOCIATION\, 21 S Main Street\, Kent\, 06757\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/August-Light-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250808T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250830T170000 DTSTAMP:20250731T154509Z CREATED:20250723T032337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T154509Z UID:5595-1754650800-1756573200@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:August Light: A Sherman Artists Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Sherman Artists “August Light 2025”  @ the Kent Art Association in Kent\, CT \n\n\n\nAugust 8 – 30\, 2025 \n\n\n\nOpening Reception August 8\, 2025   6-8pm \n\n\n\nThe Sherman Artists Association is hosting a show “August Light 2025” in the Kent Art Association Building\, 21 S. Main St\, Kent\, Connecticut August 8 – 30\, 2025. Forty artists and over 130 paintings\, photographs\, mixed media\, fused glass and sculpture have been accepted into this juried show. Awards for the best in each category will be announced at the opening reception on Friday\, August 8\, from 6 – 8 pm and the show is open from August 8 – 30\, 2025. Open hours are: Thursday – Saturday 1 – 5pm\, Sunday 12 – 4pm. For more information visit: shermanartists.org. \n\n\n\nThe artists have created a feast of landscapes\, portraits and abstracts of life\, whimsy and beauty. The judge is Kim Zarney\, an illustrator\, graphic designer\, and advertising agency creative director with a Fine Arts degree in Painting and Printmaking. For the past fifteen years\, he has pursued a fine arts career focusing on monochromatic works on paper. Inspired by elements of the natural world\, Zarney’s work has been seen in over 70 national and regional juried art exhibitions and is included in numerous public and private collections. \n\n\n\nThe artists\, both established and new\, are from Dutchess County\, New York\, and Fairfield and Litchfield Counties in Connecticut. Participating artists include: Terry Ariano\, Alibaba Awrang\, Bethe Bogues\, Donna Castelluccio\, Greg Chadwick\, Phyllis Chadwick\, John Clery\, Carolyn Cohen\, Jeff Ginsburg\, Karen Golden\, Tony Gomez\, Ted Hollander\, Linda Hubbard\, Bonnie Johnson\, Aurora Kilai\, Dave King\, Ely Knowles\, Blake Kotenbrink\, Herb Kroeger\, Charlene Leichter\, Beth Levine\, Kenny Litwack\, Susan Locke\, Mary Jane Magoon\, Christina Maschke\, Linda McMillan\, Doreen O’Connor\, Laura Paradiso\, Linda Parsloe\, Terry Pasquale\, Kathy Peck\, Deborah Rose\, Liz Rosiello\, Virginia Schaffer\, Jaime Seymour\, Lynn Slonaker\, Barbara Soares\, Jim Stasiak\, Muriel Stockdale\, and Todd Umbarger. \n\n\n\nThe Sherman Artists Association is the center for incredible artists and we are delighted to sponsor this event. To learn more about our events and our artists\, visit our Facebook page: ShermanArtists \n\n\n\n\nMary Jane Magoon   Boots Made for Walking   Watercolor  14 x 32 \n\n\n\n  Linda McMillan  Hope is The thing with feathers   Earthenware  11 x 8 x 6\n\n\n\n Kathy Peck    Sunrise / Sunset    Fused Glass    10 x 17\n\n\n\n Karen Golden   Distressed Photograph  20 x 16\n\n\n\nBonnie Johnson    Approaching Dusk  Oil on Canvas   24 x 30\n\n\n\nBarbaraSoares    Love – Photograph  – 18 x 22\n\n\n\nAurora Kilai    Vitality   Abstract fluid acrylic art on canvas   12×16\n\n\n\n Alibaba Awrang – Farewell\, 2025    Calligraphy   22 x 18  URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/august-light-a-sherman-artists-exhibition/ LOCATION:KENT ART ASSOCIATION\, 21 S Main Street\, Kent\, 06757\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/August-Light-ad.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sherman Artists Association":MAILTO:shermanartists@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T170000 DTSTAMP:20250826T171944Z CREATED:20250826T171430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T171944Z UID:5718-1756465200-1759942800@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Great Hollow Art Show Invitational 2025 DESCRIPTION:“Great Hollow Art Show Invitational 2025” @ Sherman Library \n\n\n\nAugust 29 – October 8\, 2025 \n\n\n\nArtist Reception – Friday August 29\, 2025\, 6 – 8pm \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Sherman Library\n\n\n\n1 Sherman Center\n\n\n\nPO Box 40\n\n\n\nSherman\, Ct 06784\n\n\n\n860-354-2455\n\n\n\nwww.ShermanLibrary.org\n\n\n\n\n\nOpen Tues\, Wed & Friday 11 – 6\, Thursday 11-7\, Sat 10-4. \n\n\n\nThe Sherman Library is pleased to announce a group show featuring artists from the Eighth Annual Great Hollow Juried Painting and Photography Show 2025.   The winners\, honorable mentions\, and committee members have been invited to participate and share their love of nature while celebrating the Great Hollow Nature Preserve through their depictions of wildlife and the beauty of the seasons.  The Great Hollow Art Show 2025 was held last May and raised $1600 for the Great Hollow Nature Preserve. The artist reception will be held at the library on Friday August 29\, 6– 8pm.  The exhibit will be on display at the Sherman Library from August 29 – October 8\, 2025 both at the Library and on their website\, www.ShermanLibrary.org.  \n\n\n\nThe featured artists\, using their paint brushes or cameras\, have captured the beauty of the seasons\, the rural landscape\, the tenderness of mama bears\, the song of a bird\, the joy of gardens and more.  They remind us of the many faces of nature and how it offers us joy and beauty to nourish and replenish our souls. \n\n\n\nThe Sherman Library show will showcase these selected painters and photographers:  Bethe Bogues\, Christy Bonaiuto\, John Charles\, Phyllis Chadwick\, John Clery\, Carolyn Cohen\, Karen Golden\, Linda Hubbard\, Jeff Ginsburg\, Dave King\, Ely Knowles\, Susan Locke\, Mary Jane Magoon\, Christina Maschke\, Elizabeth Medeiros\, Suzi Mitchell\, Doreen O’Connor\, Masumi O’Donnell\, Deborah Rose\, Gary Stanford\, Don Turner\, and Stephanie Wozniak \n\n\n\nFor more information on the photographers club\, visit Facebook – Great Hollow Photographers Club:  www.facebook.com/GHPClub.   For questions\, please email: ghphotoc@gmail.com \n\n\n\nFor more information about the featured art show and the Sherman Library\, visit: www.shermanlibrary.org                \n\n\n\n\nElizabeth Medeiros – Autumn Reflections\, Oil on Canvas\, 12 x 16\n\n\n\nDon Turner – Swamp Sparrow\, Photograph\, 10 x 8\n\n\n\nEly Knowles – Mama Bear\, Acrylic on Canvas\, 12 x 16\n\n\n\nSusan Locke – Foraging Squirrel\, Photograph\, 14 x 11\n\n\n\nBethe Bogues – Bunny Hop\, Oil\, 14 x 20\n\n\n\nPhyllis Chadwick – Great Hollow Barn\, Digitally Augmented Photograph\, 20 x 16\n\n\n\nDave King – Pastoral Summer Sunset\, Photograph\, 20 x 30 URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/great-hollow-art-show-invitational-2025/ LOCATION:The Sherman Library\, 1 Sherman Ctr\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/514276893_10238991469502269_3295854605672592274_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251004T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251004T160000 DTSTAMP:20250926T155018Z CREATED:20250926T154856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T155018Z UID:5770-1759575600-1759593600@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Sherman Artists 5th Annual Farm Day DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the 5th Annual Farm Day at Happy Acres Farm\, Sherman\, Conn. The Sherman Artists Association (SAA) is delighted to be participating again this year celebrating art\, community and rural charm.  We will be offering farm-themed artworks depicting Happy Acres\, farm life\, countryside scenes\, and similar genres.  Some art is for sale and some will be raffled to lucky winners.  Raffle tickets are $5 each or 10 for $40.   The raffle is a fundraiser for the Sherman Artists Association.  The event is at Happy Acres Farm\, Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Rain date Oct 5) For more information visit:  shermanartists.org. \n\n\n\nIn addition to artwork by members of the Sherman Artist Association\, there will be artwork from The Sherman School.  SAA is partnering with the school to display artwork from kindergarten to 3rd grade. Come admire the nature and fall artwork by our talented budding artists.   Note: this artwork is for display only. \n\n\n\nHappy Acres Farm is celebrating its 5th Annual Farm Day. There will be music\, food\, pumpkins for sale\, animal exhibits\, hay rides\, farm equipment and more!  There is something for everyone so come join us for a fun-filled day.   \n\n\n\nSherman is the center for incredible artists and the Sherman Artists Association is delighted to participate in Farm Day. Our mission is dedicated to providing a forum for local artists and to enrich the Sherman community’s cultural life through visual arts.  Learn more about the artists\, the Sherman Artists Association and this event online at ShermanArtists.org or email shermanartists@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTerry Pasquale – Sunflower Tote Bag Acrylic on Canvas 16 x 14\n\n\n\nony Gomez – Mare and Colt Photograph 24 x 18\n\n\n\n Cindy O’Connor – My Friends Photograph 11 x 8 URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/sherman-artists-5th-annual-farm-day/ LOCATION:Happy Acres Farm\, 2 Taber Rd\, Sherman\, CT\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/46e9decc-0334-40dd-b2ba-a94341b50352-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251207T160000 DTSTAMP:20251203T044430Z CREATED:20251020T120126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T044430Z UID:5786-1765015200-1765123200@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Sherman Artists 5th Annual Open Studios DESCRIPTION:DOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE HERE\n\n\n\nAll around Sherman\, CT \n\n\n\nSave the date! Over 30 local artists will be showing and selling their work at home studios\, galleries\, and pop-up locations throughout Sherman\, CT. \n\n\n\n\nFind one-of-a-kind\, handmade gifts\n\n\n\nHoliday treats + free raffles\n\n\n\nLive artist demos\n\n\n\nSpecial sale of artist-created holiday ornaments — proceeds benefit Sherman Artists Association (SAA)!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRAFFLE DETAILS:Receive 2 free raffle tickets at Artist’s Home/Gallery Studios and 1 free ticket at all other participating locations.View all 10 raffle items at ShermanArtists.org.Raffle selection & ticket drop-off at Sherman Town Hall. \n\n\n\nLocations include:– Home & gallery studios– Sherman Jewish Community Center– The Loft– Sherman Senior Center– Sherman Town Hall (raffle drop-off location) \n\n\n\nFollow the yellow signs around town and explore a creative holiday weekend with friends and family. \n\n\n\nSupport local artists and give the gift of art this season!We look forward to seeing you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Platinum Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Gold Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Silver Sponsor URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/sherman-artists-5th-annual-open-studios/ LOCATION:CT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_3081.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260221T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260221T000100 DTSTAMP:20260127T032238Z CREATED:20260127T032236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T032238Z UID:6185-1771632000-1771632060@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Call for Artists — Prospectus DESCRIPTION:April Showcase 2026 \n\n\n\nApril 3-26\, 2026 \n\n\n\nAt Live 4 Art Gallery – 20 Charles Coleman Blvd\, Pawling NY \n\n\n\nArtist Reception 5:00 – 7:00 pm Friday\, April 3\, 2026 \n\n\n\nGallery will be open on Thursdays through Sundays \n\n\n\nCall for Artists — Prospectus \n\n\n\nDeadline for Submission is Midnight February 21\, 2026 \n\n\n\nJoin the Sherman Artists Association in this Juried Fine Arts and Crafts show at the Live 4 Art Gallery in Pawling\, NY.  1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd Place ribbons will be awarded. \n\n\n\nAll 2D and 3D artists are welcome to apply.  You may submit up to four (4) digital images of your artwork for the show. If your work consists of small 3D pieces\, please send an image of each five (5) piece group.  Work must be created by the artist. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, please use our online application form https://form.jotform.com/242437840883161 \n\n\n\nThe form asks for information about yourself\, and your work and images of your art. There is no cost to submit. The deadline for submissions is Midnight February 21\, 2026.  \n\n\n\nNotification of acceptance and contracts will be sent on February 25\, 2026.  Once accepted\, you are sent a link to the artist contract and a means to pay by March 5\, 2026. \n\n\n\nArtists Fees are $25 per piece (or group of five (5) small 3D pieces) for SAA members and $35 per piece for non-members (note that the Annual membership to join SAA is $45).  SAA will receive a 30% commission for sold displayed work.  The maximum size for 2D artwork is 30” x 40”. \n\n\n\nAll work submitted must be for sale and delivered to the gallery by Tuesday March 31\, 2026 between 1:00 and 5:00 PM. Jewelers must provide their own displays.  Potters will be provided tables. Participants will be required to have sitting hours at the gallery and are encouraged to help with the various other efforts involved in making this show happen.  A Signup Genius link and gallery hours will be forthcoming.  Every little bit helps including bringing refreshments to the Friday night opening. \n\n\n\nJoin us and invite others to the Opening Reception on Friday\, April 3\, 2026\, 5 – 7pm.  \n\n\n\nPlease encourage your friends and family to come to the opening and meet the wonderfully talented artists. \n\n\n\nFor more information:  www.ShermanArtists.org or email shermanartists@gmail.com URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/call-for-artists-prospectus/ LOCATION:CT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260403T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260303T173713Z CREATED:20260303T173659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T173713Z UID:6215-1775214000-1777226400@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:April Showcase DESCRIPTION:Sherman Artists Association @ Live 4 Art Gallery in Pawling\, NY \n\n\n\nApril 3 – 26\, 2026 \n\n\n\nOpening Reception April 3\,  2026  5-7 pm \n\n\n\nLive 4 Art Gallery \n\n\n\n20 Charles Colman Blvd \n\n\n\nPawling\, NY 12564 \n\n\n\n845-490-2281 \n\n\n\nHours: Thursdays Through Sundays 11 AM-6 PM \n\n\n\nWebsite: www.shermanaritsts.org \n\n\n\nThe Sherman Artists Association is presenting “April Showcase” at the Live 4 Art Gallery in Pawling New York.   There are paintings\, photographs\, glass\, woodworks and pottery by thirty talented artists who have created over eighty artworks!  There will be an opening reception on Friday April 3\, 5 – 7pm.  The gallery will be open 11 am – 6pm Thursdays through Sundays April 3 through  April 26\, 2026. For more information:   www.shermanartists.org \n\n\n\nThe show is juried by Elizabeth MacDonald and Souby Boski.  Best in Show\, 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd Place ribbons will be awarded. Elizabeth MacDonald is a renowned Bridgewater\, Connecticut-based potter/sculptor known for creating large-scale\, textured clay tile panels that evoke geological\, and archaeological themes.  Souby Boski has been an Art teacher in the CT public schools and Adjunct Professor of Art at Naugatuck Valley Community College. Since 2004\, she has been teaching painting & ceramic classes and workshops at area art education venues in CT\, MA and FL. \n\n\n\nParticipating artists are from Patterson and Pawling\, NY\, and Bethel\, Kent\, New Fairfield\, New Milford\, Newtown\, Redding\, and Sherman\, CT.    The artists are:  Terry Ariano\, Bethe Bogues\, Randy Carboni\, Donna Castelluccio\, Greg Chadwick\, Phyllis Chadwick\, Carolyn Cohen\, Eva DeFranco\, Cynthia Dunn\, Jennifer Forlastro\, Jeff Ginsburg\, Karen Golden\, Tony Gomez\, Bill Gore\, Ted Hollander\, Linda Hubbard\, Elizabeth Knowles\, Beth Levine\, Kenny Litwack\, Susan Locke\, Mary Jane Magoon\, Courtney Onofer\, Terry Pasquale\, Kathy Peck\, Charlene Rocanelli – Leichter\, Jamie Seymour\, Virginia Schaffer\, Lynn Slonaker\, James Stasiak and Estelle Trabucco. \n\n\n\nThe Sherman Artists Association is based in Sherman and includes artists from surrounding communities in New York and Connecticut.    It is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that promotes the visual arts and educates the public by providing a means for artists to share their knowledge\, support\, and inspiration\, thereby enriching the cultural life of the Sherman and neighboring communities. It has monthly meetings the second Wednesday of each month with educational and inspiring speakers.  They also host several events including an Art Supply Tag Sale May 22 – 24\, 2026 and ARTFEST on June 19 – 21\, 2026.  For more information about the artists\, future events\, and the Sherman Artists Association\, visit www.ShermanArtists.org or Facebook page: Facebook/ Sherman Artists \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJamie Seymour – Barred Owl Acrylic 24 x 24 \n\n\n\n Kathy Peck – Spring is Coming Fused Glass 16” round\n\n\n\nJames Stasiak – Stairways Photograph 16×20\n\n\n\nPhyllis Chadwick – Singing Lessons Collage 18 x 15\n\n\n\nBill Gore Huckleberry Swamp Photograph 26×34\n\n\n\nRandy Carboni Harkness Inlet Oil 16 x 20\n\n\n\nEva DeFranco – Red Rock Tea Set Pottery\n\n\n\n Greg Chadwick Chevron Cutting Board\, 12×22 URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/april-showcase/ LOCATION:Live 4 Art Gallery\, 20 Charles Colman Blvd\, Pawling\, NY\, 12564\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/April-Showcase-Poster-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T235959 DTSTAMP:20260309T183647Z CREATED:20260309T183645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T183647Z UID:6235-1776211200-1776297599@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Great Hollow Call for Artists 2026 DESCRIPTION:Great Hollow Call for Artists 2026: A Juried Painting and Photography Show \n\n\n\nIn Person May 15 – May 17\, 2026 at Great Hollow Nature Preserve \n\n\n\nOnline May 15 – June 30\, 2026 \n\n\n\nDeadline for Submissions:  April 15\, 2026 \n\n\n\nGreat Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center \n\n\n\n225 State Route 37 \n\n\n\nNew Fairfield\, CT 06812 \n\n\n\nwww.greathollow.org \n\n\n\nCalling all painters and photographers who love nature and would like to participate in the ninth annual Great Hollow Photographers Club Juried Painting and Photography Show.  Over the past eight years\, we have raised more than $11\,500 for Great Hollow Nature Preserve and we hope you will join us for this ninth year of fundraising. Opening Reception is on Friday\, May 15\, 2026\, 6:00– 8:00 pm and all are welcome.  The show will continue for viewing and sales Saturday May 16 and Sunday May 17 2026 10 am – 4 pm\, in the Gate House Barn at Great Hollow. The show will also be online from May 15 – June 30\, 2025. The deadline for submission is midnight on Wednesday April 15\, 2026. \n\n\n\nArtists are invited to submit up to four (4) digital images of 2-dimensional work for the competition. Accepted media are photographs\, paintings\, collages\, drawings and digitally augmented art. There is no fee to submit. The hanging fee for the show is $15 for each accepted work and the Great Hollow Photographers Club will retain a 25% commission on all works sold during the show. All works must be for sale as the profits from the Art Show support Great Hollow Nature Preserve’s mission of environmental education\, research\, and conservation.  \n\n\n\nThe artwork should highlight the richness of the rural nature in and around Great Hollow and should not have previously been part of a Great Hollow Art Show. Prizes will be donations from local businesses.  Judges for the artwork are Kelly Edwards for painting and Jane Haslam for photography. \n\n\n\nKelly Edwards is a watercolor and mixed media artist and owner of Arbor Gallery in Carmel\, NY.  She finds inspiration in the beauty of nature\, expressionism art nouveau and the watercolor medium itself.  Her artwork has had exhibits in LAND Gallery in Pawling\, NY\, and has participated in Shows in Saugerties\, NY\, Brooklyn\, NY and Sherman\, CT.  Arbor Gallery is a dedicated haven for fine art showcasing the talents of local artists.  It features exhibitions spanning various mediums\, including watercolor\, acrylic\, oil paintings\, collage\, photography\, and mixed media. The diversity of styles and techniques creates a dynamic and engaging experience for art enthusiasts and visitors alike.  For more information:  arborgallery.art \n\n\n\nJane Haslam is a photographer and owner of LAND Gallery in Pawling\, NY.  Her images capture the drama\, unpredictability and magnificence of the Catskills\, Hudson Valley plus the Housatonic Valley.  They capture the emotional depth of nature across the ever-changing seasons.  From soft pastels\, dramatic skies\, the stark beauty of winter\, to silent sunrises that few ever see\, these images reveal a deep connection to place and an unrelenting pursuit of light.  LAND Gallery features Haslam’s photographs plus other local photographers and artisans.  It will be reopening on March 28th with a special sale of Haslam’s work.  For more information:  janehaslamphotography.com \n\n\n\nThis art show is done in collaboration with the Sherman Artists Association\, www.shermanartists.org.   The prospectus and the show information can be seen on their website plus they provide fiscal and administrative services to the Great Hollow Photographers Club. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit the Great Hollow Photographers Club Facebook page: www.facebook.com/GHPClub.  Direct any questions to GHPhotoC@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nFor prospectus:  form.jotform.com/230583457295161 URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/great-hollow-call-for-artists-2026-2/ LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, 06812\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Final-copy-call-For-Artists-2026-GHPC-.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260502T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260502T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T163024Z CREATED:20260421T163018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T163024Z UID:6472-1777719600-1777734000@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:Sherman Community Expo 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Sherman Artists Association will be there!  We had great fun last year! URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/sherman-community-expo-2026/ LOCATION:Town Green\, Rt 39 North\, Sherman\, CT\, CT\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ShermanCommExpo2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260503T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260503T235959 DTSTAMP:20260421T173818Z CREATED:20260421T144252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T173818Z UID:6447-1777766400-1777852799@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY: CALL FOR ARTISTS – SHERMAN ARTFEST 2026  DESCRIPTION:The Sherman Artists Association invites you to be part of one of the most exciting creative weekends in our region—Sherman ARTFEST 2026!  Held in the heart of Sherman\, this annual event transforms the Town Green and Charter Hall into a vibrant\, high-energy showcase of art and community. In past years\, over 30 artists have filled the space with paintings\, photography\, woodworking\, pottery\, jewelry\, textiles\, glass\, and more—creating an inspiring experience for both artists and attendees. Deadline for Submission is May 3\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Why artists love ARTFEST:• A full weekend of strong community engagement and art lovers• Indoor + outdoor exhibiting options• A welcoming\, supportive artist environment• High visibility in a well-attended local event \n\n\n\n Artist-Friendly Structure:• Flat entry fee – no commission taken on your sales• Entry fee includes your space + event advertising• Flexible setup – artists are welcome to share booth space if desired \n\n\n\nThis is more than just an art show—it’s a weekend where artists connect\, sell\, and become part of a thriving creative community.  All Painters\, Photographers & 3D artists are welcome to apply! Don’t miss your chance to exhibit\, sell\, and be part of Sherman’s growing art scene.  \n\n\n\nThere will be an opening reception on Friday\, June 19\, 2026\, 6 – 8 pm\, and the show will be open Saturday and Sunday\, June 20 and 21\, 2026\, 10 am – 4pm.   Artists are responsible for their own displays\, setup\, selling their work\, and insurance.  The indoor space is approximately 3’ x 9′\, and there will be panels to display 2D artwork. Artists are encouraged to bring their own tables (max 6’ in length).  Outdoor spaces are 10×10\, and a tent is suggested. All artists are welcome to apply with work created by you\, the artist.  \n\n\n\nArtists are invited to submit three (3) digital images that represent their work.  To apply and submit your images: HERE \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to submit. Deadline for submissions is Midnight Sunday\, May 3\, 2026  \n\n\n\nArtists will be notified of acceptance by May 15th.  Upon acceptance\, the entry fee is:  Inside – $75 Member / $95 nonmember\, and Outside – $50 Member / $70 nonmember.  Note:  The fee is based on space.  Members may share a space\, but all participants must be juried in.  If artists share space\,  one payment to SAA.  Payment is due by May 30\, 2025. URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/call-for-artists-sherman-artfest-2026/ LOCATION:Sherman Charter Hall and on the green\, 1 route 39 north\, sherman\, Connecticut\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ARTFEST2026-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260515T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T152500Z CREATED:20260430T152332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T152500Z UID:6504-1778839200-1779037200@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:A Juried Painting and Photography Show DESCRIPTION:Over the past eight years\, we have raised more than $11\,500 for Great Hollow Nature Preserve and we hope you will join us for this ninth year of fundraising. Opening Reception is on Friday\, May 15\, 2026\, 6:00– 8:00 pm and all are welcome.  The show will continue for viewing and sales Saturday May 16 and Sunday May 17 2026 10 am – 4 pm\, in the Gate House Barn at Great Hollow. The show will also be online from May 15 – June 30\, 2026. \n\n\n\nThe artwork should highlight the richness of the rural nature in and around Great Hollow and should not have previously been part of a Great Hollow Art Show. Prizes will be donations from local businesses.  Judges for the artwork are Kelly Edwards for painting and Jane Haslam for photography. \n\n\n\nKelly Edwards is a watercolor and mixed media artist and owner of Arbor Gallery in Carmel\, NY.  She finds inspiration in the beauty of nature\, expressionism art nouveau and the watercolor medium itself.  Her artwork has had exhibits in LAND Gallery in Pawling\, NY\, and has participated in Shows in Saugerties\, NY\, Brooklyn\, NY and Sherman\, CT.  Arbor Gallery is a dedicated haven for fine art showcasing the talents of local artists.  It features exhibitions spanning various mediums\, including watercolor\, acrylic\, oil paintings\, collage\, photography\, and mixed media. The diversity of styles and techniques creates a dynamic and engaging experience for art enthusiasts and visitors alike.  For more information:  arborgallery.art \n\n\n\nJane Haslam is a photographer and owner of LAND Gallery in Pawling\, NY.  Her images capture the drama\, unpredictability and magnificence of the Catskills\, Hudson Valley plus the Housatonic Valley.  They capture the emotional depth of nature across the ever-changing seasons.  From soft pastels\, dramatic skies\, the stark beauty of winter\, to silent sunrises that few ever see\, these images reveal a deep connection to place and an unrelenting pursuit of light.  LAND Gallery features Haslam’s photographs plus other local photographers and artisans.  It will be reopening on March 28th with a special sale of Haslam’s work.  For more information:  janehaslamphotography.com \n\n\n\nThis art show is done in collaboration with the Sherman Artists Association\, www.shermanartists.org.   The prospectus and the show information can be seen on their website plus they provide fiscal and administrative services to the Great Hollow Photographers Club. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit the Great Hollow Photographers Club Facebook page: www.facebook.com/GHPClub.  Direct any questions to GHPhotoC@gmail.com. URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/a-juried-painting-and-photography-show/ LOCATION:Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center\, 225 CT-37\, New Fairfield\, 06812\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/GREAT-HOLLOW-2026-6-1-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260522T143000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260522T180000 DTSTAMP:20260521T171016Z CREATED:20260518T042042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T171016Z UID:6736-1779460200-1779472800@www.shermanartists.org SUMMARY:ART SUPPLIES Drop off DESCRIPTION:Start saving those art supplies you are no longer using! We are looking for donations in good condition\, such as easels\, stretched canvases\, sketchbooks\, paper\, artists’ portfolios\, art books\, paints (watercolor\, acrylic\, tempera\, oil\, or for fabric or porcelain)\, crayons\, colored pencils\, markers\, drawing pencils\, beads\, ribbons\, frames & framing supplies. URL:https://www.shermanartists.org/event/art-supplies-drop-off/ LOCATION:Sherman Senior Center\, 8 CT-37\, Sherman\, 06784\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shermanartists.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SAA-TAG-SALE-2026-1.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR