Bassist Michael Bisio: Steeped in the Tradition of Moving Forward
When did you first know you were an artist? In that moment. Favorite medium(s) you use to make art… Sound. What are the most interesting new trends in your field? […]
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Celebrating the Arts, Kingston Style
Another Smashing Success! An exciting evening celebrating the arts happened on Thursday, August 3rd at The Collective on Broadway Commons. The 3rd Annual Celebration of the Arts was the best […]
Dawn of Creation
Dawn Bisio When did you first know you were an artist? Just a few years ago! I’ve done many creative things in life: film, writing, performance art, photography, even healing arts, […]
July MAD Notes
Steering Committee Meeting Notes 7/6/17 Ray Curran, Chairperson Attending: Anne Bailey, Jennifer Schwartz Berky, Sarah Carlson, Ray Curran, Renée Darmstadt, Richard Frumess, Kevin Godbey, Linda Marston-Reid, Rick Whelan Notes […]
D.R.A.W., A New Community Arts Center on Broadway
By Lynn Woods Lara Giordano is still putting the finishing touches on the renovation of 626 Broadway, but already the storefront has been a hive of creative activity. Her Department […]
3rd Annual Celebration of the Arts
Save the Date MAD Celebration of the Arts 2017 August 3, 2017 The Collective at Broadway Commons | 6pm Directions FREE ADMISSION Arts lovers from throughout the Hudson Valley will […]
July 1st Saturday Highlights
Wow! There was so much to see and a downpour could not deter us from making the rounds. The MAD Map and having a rough itinerary in mind really make […]
The Appetizing Art of Aaron Rezny
When did you first know you were an artist? I started taking photographs in my parents’ Brooklyn basement when I was 12. Then I got accepted to the High School […]
The Life of Ben Wigfall Celebration
June 10, 2017 SUNY New Paltz On Sunday, June 10, 2017, more than 100 people gathered at SUNY New Paltz to celebrate the life of Ben Wigfall. The following appeared […]
Kingston Makers and Growers Market Kicks Off June 29
Are you a maker or grower? Do you sell to makers or growers? Are you a writer, musician or performer? Come spend your Thursdays at The Collective at Broadway Commons right […]
James Martin: Inspired By the Old Masters & Kingston’s New MAD Creatives
Your Name: James Martin Your Studio/Business Name: Cornbroom Studio Address: 165 Cornell Street #203 Kingston, NY 12401 Phone: 347-387-6874 Email Address: tcfishingcompany@aol.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008461890230 When did you first know you were an artist? I knew […]
June MAD Notes
Recapping the June 1, 2017, Meeting Lace Mill Unity Show Follow-up The show on May 6 – 13 was very successful and organizers Lisa Kelley and Sarah Carlson plan to […]
Creating Visual Tapestries
Artist Interview with Leslie Bender When did you first know you were an artist? As a wee tot. I drew herds of horses and northeastern US wild animals so intuitively. […]
Final Renovations Underway at UPAC
At the heart of the Midtown Arts District, the historic Ulster Performing Arts Center (UPAC) is buzzing with the hum of construction this spring as the final phase of its […]
June 1st Saturday Highlights
Interesting and even surprising conversations along the way are one of the best parts of 1st Saturday, whether you’re meeting new people or reconnecting with friends and favorite artists. The […]
May MAD Notes
Introducing a New Monthly Feature – MAD Notes! The MAD Steering Committee meets on the first Thursday of every month at 9:30 a.m. at Cornell Street Studios. The next meeting […]
People, Passion and Purpose at Broadway Arts
Joseph LaLima When did you first know you wanted to open an art gallery? What have you learned over the years? I’ve known I wanted my own studio/gallery since leaving […]
May 2017 1st Saturday
1st Saturday is my favorite Saturday of the month, and it’s really exciting to see all the new galleries opening in MAD and throughout Kingston. I started in the Rondout […]
Activating Perception
Nina A. Isabelle When did you first know you were an artist? Growing up people referred to me as an artist and so I became one – an experience that […]
Raychel Wengenroth
When did you first know you were an artist? Pretty much from the day I was born to artist parents. I got a bracelet from Peters Valley when I was […]
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1st Saturday Kingston Gallery Guide
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