Fall and End of Year Newsletter

What an unexpected year—personally and artistically!
As 2025 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on a season that brought far more twists and turns than I anticipated. On a personal level, this year has been heavy with loss, stress, and unexpected challenges. I am more than ready to welcome 2026 and am hoping for a gentler, more peaceful year ahead. I’m also grateful that I didn’t commit to a full schedule of festivals and shows like I did last year—there’s no way I could have managed it.
Artistically, however, this year has been incredibly rich. Opportunities arrived at my door unannounced, and I am both amazed and grateful for the growth, recognition, and connections that this season brought.
A Year of Exhibitions, Grants, and New Work
A major highlight was receiving my very first art regrant—funded by NYSCA through Saint Lawrence County Arts Council—to create a new body of work and present it at a local venue this fall. Stitching Science: The Anatomy of Leaves in Fiber included six pieces (three sculptures and three microscopic leaf studies), and I’m thrilled that one sold right away. The presentation was well attended, and I’ve already applied for another regrant for 2026.
I also had the honor of participating in a six-artist fiber show at the Lake Placid Center for the Arts this summer. Being invited to join that group was a privilege—and I even sold several pieces. As a result, Gallery 46 on Main Street in Lake Placid is now carrying 25 pieces of my works.
The Adirondack Experience Museum at Blue Mountain Lake is exhibiting my Luna Moth sculpture in the Artists & Inspiration in the Wild permanent exhibition this year. They are also carrying my felt bird ornaments in the gift shop along with a print of my aerial view of Blue Mountain Lake.
And I’m excited to share that tomorrow, December 12, 2025, five of my pieces will open in the “Curious Constructions” section of the Whimsy Exhibition at View in Old Forge, running through March. When I first started my business, View was on my “dream list” of galleries—and now I’m in. Time to set a new goal!
I am now represented in several galleries: Tupper Arts, Gallery 46, Michael Ringer Gallery, and the Adirondack Experience Museum.
Shows, Festivals, and Recognition
This year’s shows and festivals included
• Inlet Art in the Park
• Along the River’s Edge at Thousand Islands Arts Center
• Central Adirondack Art Show at View
• The Elves’ Fair
• Colorscapes
At Colorscapes, I was honored to receive First Place in Fiber for the second year in a row.
My year-long personal project, the Gratitude Journal, is finally complete. I’ll share more about that in a future update.
Looking Ahead
I’m eagerly awaiting news on the next regrant—fingers crossed for March!
I also have a new personal project in the works. If you’re on Facebook or Instagram, I’d love your input: check my post from December 9th and vote on your favorite background color.
This winter, I plan to develop a few classes and kits, and several galleries have expressed interest in hosting workshops. If you have something specific you’d like to learn, please let me know—your ideas are always welcome.
I also became a member of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen last week and am applying to sell my work in their store. I’m hoping to be selected for two major indoor shows in Pennsylvania in 2026.
Just a few goals for the coming year—each bigger than the last—and I’m excited to see what unfolds.
Thank you all for your support, encouragement, and kindness throughout this unforgettable year.
Wishing you a Merry and Bright Christmas, and a blessed New Year!
Warmly,
Connie

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