Gretchen Lee Carletta is the artist behind Orange Sky Creations. Ms. Carletta began her career as an artist and photographer at Alfred University’s School of Art & Design in 1995. She found herself motivated to work with pastels & draws inspiration from a variety of sources. Her technique eventually evolved into the improvisational style that comprises much of her work today.  

If you Google “washboard” you’re probably going to see a whole lot of washboard abs. If you Google Washboard Dave, however, you’re going to find a very special musician and character. David Paprocki has lived in Rochester New York most of his life, attending Edison Tech.

Kristy has always had a love for animals. As a child she even thought she would one day grow up to become a veterinarian. It wasn’t until many years later that she realized that she could combine her love for animals with her passion for painting and drawing. Wildlife continues to inspire her with each and every piece of art!

After a traumatic brain injury in 2013, RASJACOBSON started painting to distract herself from her excruciating symptoms. As she healed, she drew inspiration from other women who told her they, too, were battling invisible obstacles. Six years later, she uses her art to bring awareness to the dangers of prescription drugs and to connect with others who are going thru difficult times.

The Summit Federal Credit Union’s popular “Community Canvas” returns to Artist Row, an annual juried art show, sale and event which runs Sunday, September 15th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the City of Rochester Public Market. Admission to the event as well as participation in the Community Canvas is free and open to the public.

I never thought I’d have a booth at an art show. I never really considered myself an artist. I never went to school for it, and never really made a living at it either. Sure, I’m always making things and being creative all the time, at work and at home, but to me what I did didn’t fit into the modern idea of an “artist.” No artist statements here. However being around more artists the past few years, including working with Artist Row’s very own Sarah Kirchoff, helped me realize I was an artist and encouraged me to get my work out in front of people.

As a teen, I dabbled in simple jewelry design and later found myself drawn to antiques and especially enamored by older jewels.  I became a passionate collector of vintage, seeking out the history and styles of each era.

My first true love was the locket and while I found gorgeous pieces, I also discovered sad little boxes of orphaned pieces; trinkets, baubles and most charming what-nots. They beckoned to come home and I recognized their beauty. I adore timeworn objects obviously loved and the history they hold!

Our 2016 entertainment headliners are Honey and Vinegar, a duo made up of Brandon Sheffer (guitar, vocals) and Ben Overmeyer (bass, backup vocals). They'll bring their unique brand of acoustic jam to the main stage directly following the awards announcement at 1 p.m.