Guitar maker Alex Hunkins will display an array of his handcrafted stringed instruments—in various stages of production—at 5 Corners Café in Old Forge on Friday, June 6 as the First Friday Art Walk series kicks-off for the season.
Alex Hunkins
Hunkins has been handcrafting guitars for the past five years, a career that was sparked by an early-age fascination with his father’s 1968 Gibson ES330, a knack for woodworking, and a challenge from a friend. Continue reading
A First Friday Art Walk in Old Forge will take place on September 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. All are invited to visit participating local galleries and businesses that will be showcasing the art work of local and regional artists.
The Art Walks will run through October.
A pocket map that includes the locations of Art Walk events will be available at the participating businesses and at the Old Forge Visitor Information Center prior to the event. Continue reading
Greg Klein to display paintings at Paul and Kathy Rivet's Five Corners Cafe
A First Friday Art Walk in Old Forge will take place on August 5 from 5 to 8 p.m.
All are invited to visit participating local galleries and businesses that will be showcasing the art work of local and regional artists.
The Art Walks will run through October.
A pocket map that includes the locations of Art Walk events will be available at the participating businesses and at the Old Forge Visitor Information Center prior to the event.
Participating in the August 5 Art Walk are: View, the Old Forge Library, Wrap City ‘N Glue, Starving Artists Gallery, Five Corners Café, The Artworks, Gallery 3040, The Goodsell Museum, Gallery North, Ozzie’s, Over the Moon Salon, and Sisters Bistro.
A First Friday Art Walk in Old Forge will take place on August 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. All are invited to visit participating local galleries and businesses that will be showcasing the art work of local and regional artists. The Art Walks will run through October.
A pocket map that includes the locations of Art Walk events will be available at the participating businesses and at the Old Forge Visitor Information Center prior to the first event.
Participating in the August 5 Art Walk are:
View – Ice Cream Social at Point Park featuring ice cream served in pottery bowls handmade by local potters. Rain location is the Old Forge Fire Hall
Old Forge Library – Opening reception for Three Artists: On and Off the Wall featuring the work of Suzanne Firsching, Steven Specht, and Victoria Zacek
Wrap City ‘N Glue – Michael Branch will play on the keyboard on the deck. Barb Baumann will offer a painting demonstration and Linda Kennerknecht of Over the Moon Salon will present a hair extension demonstration.
Starving Artists Gallery – Stop by and view the vast display of pottery, photography, jewelry and other works of art created by area artists
Five Corners Café – View the paintings of local artist Greg Klein
The Artworks – Outdoor demonstration by Brenda Petty who will offer presentation on the art of creating jointed teddy bears.
Gallery 3040 – Wine Reception for accomplished popular artist Jim Camann. All are invited to stop by and say hello and view his many works on display and available for purchase.
The Goodsell Museum – Area photographer Sue Kiesel will display her vast Adirondack collection of moose, loons, birds, landscapes, buildings, lakes, and rivers. Images available for purchase.
Gallery North Fine Art/ Custom Framing – Wine and cheese reception featuring the outstanding oil and watercolor paintings of Judson Brown.
A great selection of Judson’s most recent work will be on display.
Ozzie’s – Local artist and jewelry maker Shelly Madsen will be featured. Free face painting by Alex.