Visual Artists

Jamie N. Anderson

Jamie Anderson is a local potter from Secane who has been making pottery at the Community Arts Center in Wallingford for over 10 years. In addition to pottery, Jamie teaches Environmental Science at Widener University. All of her pottery is food, microwave, dishwasher and oven safe.

Owen Biddle

My mother and my grandmother were both artists and I grew up surrounded by pictures. My own early creative attempts were assemblages of bright striped resisters and glowing tubes from old radios etc. I started taking photographs when I worked in the audiovisual department at Elwyn. I have been photographing ever since. I grew up in the area. I have worked in camera stores for many years (a job!). I have also been teaching photography at Mainline School Night and other local programs for about thirty years. I love teaching, but I am truly happiest when I am out with my camera.

Sean Brady

www.wirepeoplehere.com
Sean is a full time wire sculptor living in NE PA. He started working with wire about ten years ago while living in Portland, OR. He sold at the Portland Saturday Market for several years before moving back to his home state of PA. After moving back, he completed life size pieces for several Wilkes Barre/Scranton businesses. He missed the festive atmosphere of the Saturday Market and now sells at art shows and fairs in and around Philadelphia. He has been married for 12 years and has two children.

Mincy Branch

Mincy Branch is a photographer who resides in Wallingford, PA. She has sold thousands of cards via word of mouth and the same prints affixed to her notecards are purchased at a much larger size matted and framed.

Grace Caputo

www.etsy.com/shop/grc522
Grace Caputo is Type O(-). Pronunciation: “Type oh negative.” Significance: The universal blood donor type. In other words, “The stuff that works for everybody.” Use in this context: A line of one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry from Lansdowne, PA, composed of sterling silver, semiprecious stone beads, freshwater pearls, cabochon stones and glass, and occasional suede and leather that aims to be a bit out of the ordinary, leaning toward the fun and funky but still working for pretty much everybody. Goals: (1) To become the pieces you reach for again and again. (2) To get you noticed every time you wear them.

Matt DeProspero

www.mattdeprospero.com
Matt DeProspero received a degree in Illustration from the Hussian School of Art in Philadelphia and has studied painting and drawing at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. He has created many commissioned portraits and illustrations for private collectors and enjoys painting landscapes en plein air in his spare time. Bryan DeProspero is a life-long resident of Lansdowne and started drawing and painting at a young age. He enjoys painting from life as well as creating more conceptual works from his imagination. His artwork has won numerous awards in high school and he will be entering the BFA program at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in the fall of 2010.

Jessica Eldredge

www.jessicaeldredge.com
Jessica creates collages with paper from around the world and is inspired by colors and patterns found in textiles and other decorative arts. She has a B.A from Smith College and is a graduate of the Winterthur Program in American Material Culture. She exhibits her work locally in a variety of venues including Earth & State, Media PA and the Community Arts Center, Wallingford, PA. A resident of Media, she also works for the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance.

John Green

www.johnkellygreen.com
John Kelly Green has been, at various times of his life a cabinet-maker, carpenter, coffeehouse singer, magazine writer, mailman, optician, piano-tuner and, well, stay tuned… While none of these careers furthered his photography, they kept him from starving, which in a subtle way benefited his body of work. Realizing at a young age that many of the things he witnessed were not noticed by others, he began carrying a camera, as a hedge against the world’s inattentiveness.

Alyce Grunt

www.gruntworks.org
I currently teach drawing and painting at Penn Wood High School. Additionally, I teach a perspective drawing class to candidates for Moore College of Art’s graduate program in interior design. After receiving my degree with a major in Studio Art from Wellesley College, I went to Massachusetts College of Art where I earned my masters degree in Art Education with a concentration in studio art. In addition to teaching I maintain regular studio time. This past year I received two awards for my artwork: First place for painting at Wallingford Art Center’s member show, and the Armond Pools award for painting at the Main Line Art Center’s member show. I have studied painting both in Philadelphia and Boston, and participated in several artists’ residencies too. In 2008 I painted in Saratoga Springs as a recipient of an art educator fellowship at Skidmore College. Prior to that I participated in a studio intensive at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts for five weeks in 2007. Additionally, I have studied landscape painting with Philadelphia-based painter Joe Sweeney, and I also studied painting with Boston-based painter George Nick at Massachusetts College of Art. Through all of my training I continue to feel especially grateful to my high school art teacher, Alice Cook; my experiences in her classes inspired me to become a high school art teacher.

Hilary Hutchison

www.hilaryhutchison.com
Hilary Hutchison has been working professionally as an artist for over 15 years. Her artwork has been shown in a variety of exhibits and public spaces, including Tufts University, Kingston Gallery in Boston, and the Duke Gallery in Wallingford. In addition, she teaches sculpture, 3-D Design, and ceramics at Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square. Hutchison holds an M.F.A. and B.F.A. degree from Boston University, and resides in Lansdowne.

John Ivy

Raised in south lansdowne, my haunts were the woods at the end of pennock ter. +lansdowne ct.. to hoffman park. i went to Lansdowne/Aldan h.s. and graduated from Friends’ Central in ’79. my BFA is from Villanova although all of my courseload was at Rosemont College. i was the staff set designer/scenic artist there until ’95. i was on the staff at the University of the Arts ( when it was still PCA ) sculpture dept., as the shops supervisor for two years.. i attended the Vermont Studio School three summers in a work/study opportunity, accomplishing graduate credits in painting and sculpture.i spent a semester enrolled at Temple’s theater dept. towards an MFA in theater. really though i just paint and sculpt my little heart out.

Rhona Candeloro

I am on the faculty of Chester Springs Studio, where I teach drawing and painting. I have a BFA from the University of Pennsylvania and a painting certificate from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art. I was a resident of Lansdowne for 22 years.

Ellen Lustgarten

After working in the field of women’s health for over 25 years, Ellen retired (ok, semi-retired!) giving her the opportunity to take knitting lessons and to become more adept at the craft. Ellen has lived in Lansdowne for over 20 years and has been a visitor to the Arts Festival since its inception. This year, she decided to take the plunge and join in as a participant, showing her knitted works. Originally, Ellen’s love of knitting revolved around experimenting with different stitch patterns in her scarves and hats. Recently, she discovered the magic of felting, a special technique in which the knitted item is soaked in hot water, transforming it into an entirely different size, shape and texture. Using this technique, Ellen has added such items as bowls and bags to her projects. Felting her knitted work allows her extend the creative process to not only stitch patterns but also color combinations and playing with proportions. Ellen hopes you enjoy what she’s come up with.

Janet Marcellus

Lansdowne resident, attended Art Institute of Philadelphia, participated in 4 Lansdowne Arts Fests and other local art shows. Enjoy working in a variety of mediums including acrylic, watercolor, ink, pastel & pencil. Create commissioned works for local businesses and individuals.

Peter McDaniel

www.artkival.com
Photographer, Abstract Artist, Digital Artist, Printmaker and Woodworker Peter has wanted to be an artist since he was a child, developing and honing his photography, pottery making, woodworking and basic cabinetmaking skills during his teen years. In college, he achieved his degree in engineering, but the love of art and photography never faded. In 2006 he left a corporate IT Management role to devote his energies fully to his art. Using a wide range of photographic and software tools, his work spans Abstract Art, Digital Art, and Digital and Traditional Photography. In his work, Peter strives to capture images of boundaries and transitional places, reflecting the changes that continually occur within complex systems, such as the natural world. Believing that most boundaries are artificial and should be continually challenged, he seeks to question limitations and recognize transitional places, striving to create images that have depth and complexity, leading to new insights. He also feels that each of his works is not complete until the correct presentation has been determined and to that end mats and frames all of his work himself. He also believes that each piece of art should have the greatest longevity possible and employs only the finest quality archival papers, canvas, inks, matboard and foam board in its production. He has done extensive research into print media, matting and framing to create his unique style. He also creates the frames for some of his work, specializing in handmade frames that are designed to complement each piece of art. Peter makes his experience and technical expertise available for other artists and collectors for their printing and framing needs.

Diane Orleman

Doing needle arts since 10 years old, I have parlayed my skills over 5 decades into a cottage business, Diane Designs. During 8 years living in Paris and the French countryside, I showed in numerous craft bazaars, gaining a local reputation for my one-of-a-kind designs. Since our return to the States in 2006, I have successfully exhibited my work in a number of local venues. As well, I work with buyers individually, designing and creating customized pieces.

Cathy Pregmon

Recently retired as a trainer for the Bureau of Special Education in the Department of Education Cathy has been exploring her creative side by beading for the past six years. She is grateful for the time she can spend traveling with her husband, seeing new places and gathering new ideas and beads for her designs.

MJ Pressley-Jones

www.studio47west.com
Creativity comes in all shapes and sizes. For Studio47West, it comes in silver, turquoise, gold, crystal, vintage, rings, bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. For Studio47West, creativity is handcrafted. It’s a form of expression, a passion, and all about family. “We love every aspect of it. Especially being able to design jewelry that make women feel confident and beautiful.” Lead designer, MJ Pressley-Jones along with daughters, Lindley and Kelly run the business from their Lansdowne and New York studios. “Influences for our jewelry come from nature, prominent women, figures in history, and artistic styles. But mostly, from our own our tastes and sensibilities—what we loved and would want to wear.” Their collections, a refined mix of details, are also inspired by but not limited to European Renaissance, Ancient Mesopotamia and Mesoamerican cultures—combining colors, textures and gemstones. The gemstones come from around the world. Through their travels they collect and incorporate antique objects into their designs, but their signature “swirl” engraving add uniqueness to their collections.

Richard Prigg

www.richardprigg.com
Richard is a graduate of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts where he majored in painting. Over the past twenty years, Richard has shown his work at a variety of venues in Philadelphia including the Lawrence Oliver Gallery, Owen Patrick Gallery and the Port of History Museum. In 2007, Richard exhibited his paintings at the Boushahri Gallery in Kuwait. Richard began to paint landscapes eight years ago after a long hiatus from painting. He has continued painting the earth, air and water in many in both acrylic and oil. While many paintings are done during travel, lately he has focused on forms found close at hand in his home in Lansdowne. “My goal as an artist is to make beautiful objects that exploit the qualities of the media in which I work. I have spent forty years working with acrylic and oil paints. Over that period I have developed ways of handling each substance in a way that flows directly from the tools I use and the nature of the medium. The finished work is a combination of skill and experience, and the accidental “discoveries” I encounter while working.” His most recent show was in April, at the home of friends Mary and Bob Radich in Lansdowne, PA. In addition to his painting, Richard is the manager of the oldest and largest stained glass studio in the country, Willet Hauser Architectural Glass of Philadelphia. At Willet Hauser, Richard oversees the design, fabrication and installation of fine stained glass windows throughout the United States.

Richard Remenick

I am the son of the late Phila area painter, Seymour Remenick. I have been painting seriously for three years and studying with my father’s former students, Christine Lafuente and Giovanni Casadei.

Catherine Robinson

BS Art Education, cum laude, Moore College of Art & Design. Studied at Tyler School of Fine Art, Temple University, Signature member of the Pennsylvania Watercolor Society.

James Ryan

Jim Ryan is an active member of the Artist’s Guild of Delaware County and the Philadelphia Sketch Club. He exhibits regularly at Rittenhouse Square, Hedgegrow Theater and the Chestnut Hill Art Show. Jim is also a participant in annual benefits held by the American Cancer Society and Meridian Bank’s Aid to the Homeless art show.

David Sigel

David Sigel is a painter and printmaker who has been involved in the Boston art scene for the last twenty years and has recently moved to the Philadelphia were he heads the Visual Arts Dept. at The Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square.

Lawrence A. Smalley

www.artbyaffiant.blogspot.com
Lawrence Smalley was a Lansdowne Police Officer for 37 years, sketching and painting in his free time. He retired January 31, 2008 from the Police Department. He earned a Bachelors of Arts degree from Villanova University. Lawrence has won honors at the Annual Media Art Show. his commissions include several homes and historic landmarks in Delaware County. He enjoys painting historic train stations, railroads and landmarks, as they were in their original splendor. Larry is married to Heather and has three children and three granchildren. Their home is in West Chester with their four dogs.

Liz Steele Coats

www.lizsteelecoats.com
Liz Steele Coats received her B.S. in Art Education from Tyler School of Art and is currently pursuing her MED there as well. She is the Art teacher at St. Philomena School and currently sells her artwork in 6 different galleries in PA and NJ.

Stephanie Tomlinson

www.zazzle.com/steph9668
Born and raised in Lansdowne. In 2005 I moved to France for almost four years. I had the opportunity to travel during the last two years there and took up photography in the process. I returned to Lansdowne in August of 2009 and I’m very happy to have the opportunity to share my memories with people through my photographs. I’m also very pleased to be back in the area and to be reconnected with old friends

Johanna Valenti

www.cimplyceramics.shutterfly.com
Johanna Valenti is a native born German and Social Worker by education and trade. When she is not giving loving support to various populations, she can be found at the wheel with her clay. A member of the Phoenix Village Art Center, Johanna is a local potter that turns lumps of clay into beautifully unique pieces, each with both charm and function. She loves to experiments with different types of clay, including stoneware, high-fire pottery, and ceramics, as well as various glaze types and colors, which accent the natural curves of her ware. Johanna also teaches ceramic classes and the PVAC throughout the year.

Marty Von Rosenstiel

www.mvrglass.com
I got stuck, so Nolan wrote this for me: Marty is too modest to write her own artists biography, but there are many people who would jump at the opportunity to pay back her love and generosity with a kind word. That person will undoubtedly be overwhelmed with things to say, but here is one version: Attorney, mother, and artist Marty Von Rosenstiel’s art project is the world. Her experiences home and abroad have shaped her always evolving works. Marty has traveled the world chasing eclipses with her husband Elliot, but when she is at home she is constantly bringing people together. She loves her family and friends dearly and unconditionally, as well as cats, warmth, Lansdowne Friends School, and a handful of crummy reality TV shows. If you want to understand Marty, look at her hands. She digs into anything she loves with reckless abandon, even if that something is glass. Marty openly stashes pieces of her soul everywhere because she engages everything she does. She wears her soul on her face with her smile, and displays it prominently in her art booth. Marty counts her blessings daily and believes in humanity.

Maura Williams

Maura has been a lifelong avid photographer–influenced by her mother and other relatives who expressed their creativity through photography and other media. The opportunity for Maura to share her work in a broader way began seven years ago when her local hometown of Lansdowne, PA started an annual arts festival that Maura continues to participate in. Another influence has been the Delaware County Camera Club which meets weekly and is educational while providing opportunity to meet other photographers. Maura has participated in several photography workshops at Pendle Hill, in Wallingford, PA. The Lansdowne’s Arts Festival, Artist of the Week at the Lansdowne Farmer’s Market, several other Lansdowne-based opportunities, the Delaware County Camera Club, and Pendle Hill have provided consistent structure and connection to the local community. These experiences have helped to develop Maura’s growth as an artist through enabling creative opportunies and expanding what role art can play in one’s personal and community life. Maura is beginning to participate in another area group: the Fellowship of Quakers in the Arts. Maura’s photographic subjects are varied and include nature, architecture, scenic, events, pets, people, local interest. She primarily uses a Nikon Digital SLR but also has a film Nikon SLR and prints her own photos using an ink jet printer. While producing enlargements Maura also makes hand made photo note cards and other items–calendars and note pads. Maura is looking forward to participating in the 8th Annual Lansdowne Arts Festival and to having an exhibit at Pendle Hill in 2011.