91 COWLS ROAD NORTH AMHERST, MA

YOUR LOCAL ART GALLERY

25+ ARTISTS

Artists represent a swath of mediums, styles, and influences

bringing their unique inspirations to our local community to enjoy.

GATHER

A ten-foot gathering table makes space for classes and intimate conversation. Or easy sharing of art supplies while crafting together.

LOCAL IMPACT

All the work in the Gallery is 100% local, meaning your money goes right to artists creating in and across the Valley!

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CURRENT ARTISTS

JERRY T. EIDE

Wendell, MA

After spending more than 40 years in the Architectural Preservation trade, Jerry is devoting most of his time exploring woodturning. For the last year, Jerry has enjoyed focusing his attention on creating practical and artistic objects using wood collected from his property in Wendell or brought to him from friends around this valley. His knowledge and use of decorative profiles and historic style edge beading have elevated the look and design of useful bowls and containers. The distorted pattern of the burls provides endless delight in the variation of the colors and grains from the different species of wood, making each art piece a treasure to own or gift.

PAM KINSMITH

Northampton, MA

An artist since childhood and a student of art through adulthood, Pam has painted in oils and gouache, drawn in pencil, charcoal, ink and oil pastel, explored printmaking and weaving, and created forms with clay, rice paper, glass, sterling silver, aluminum, nickel, steel, plastics, and 3D printing. The medium is dictated by the project, and the outcome she seeks to achieve.

RAY PALMER

Amherst, MA

Ray Palmer has been enthusiastically making jewelry since she was 15 years old. After taking a break in college, she picked it back up and has been joyfully creating beaded jewelry ever since while also raising 4 children. Ray’s current creations incorporate natural patterns from wildlife, primarily snakes, into the beaded designs.

MICHAELA SCHWARTZ

Holyoke, MA

Michaela’s journey into art began as a child with a deep love for arts and crafts, but it wasn’t until 2020 that she started to consider herself an artist. Self-taught in polymer clay artistry, Michaela has honed her craft through workshops and community learning. Experimentation with colors, textures, and joyful patterns plays a central role in her creative process. Michaela loves seeing her earrings out in the wild as she aims to bring joy to everyone who wears earrings!

DIANA KRAUTH

Leeds, MA

Diana’s first foray into ceramics was in the mid 1970’s at a wonderful studio in an old amusement park, Glen Echo, outside of Washington DC. After a couple years of intensive ceramic work/study, life became "complicated.” Dedicating the following years to family and running a bookstore and day spa, Diana has returned to getting her elbows deep in mud again. Her exhibit at The Local Art Gallery highlights her current aesthetic preferences of incorporating twigs and branches found in either the woods around her home or Cape Cod.

LIZ ARMSTRONG

Shutesbury, MA

Liz Armstrong rescues, restores and sometimes repurposes found items to be useful and beautiful for the next hundred years. The bulk of her art and artistry with woodworking appears on furniture rescues. She pulls her inspiration from cultures, textiles, nature and the works of other amazing furniture artists.

CHRISTINA GIEBNER

West Springfield, MA

One-of-a-kind semi-precious gemstones and metals are the foundation of this limited edition jewelry line. All work is designed and fabricated in Christina’s Western Mass. studio and is created with the utmost regard for quality and authenticity. Organic, delicate and singular - Hallies Comet Fine jewelry is the perfect alchemy of color, design and spirit bringing bliss and beauty to your life.

JACKIE GALLO

South Hadley, MA

The artwork of Jacqueline Gelfuso Gallo explores the interconnectivity of the natural world, the spiritual world, and the human world by combining traditional and modern techniques of image-making. Inspired by ancient folklore, New England heritage, and the branching, growing, layered gifts of the Earth, she strives to stimulate curiosity and inspire a deeper connection to the natural beauty and wonder around us.

Tree Tarot specific:
The Tree Tarot is an in-progress concept tarot deck that Jackie is currently developing. The imagery incorporates her love of trees, as well as the ancient symbolism and significance of the selected species as it relates to each card. Her dream is to send a percentage of the profits to organizations that directly benefit forests and encourage deeper education, appreciation, and protection of forests for generations to come.

MARSHA LEAVITT

Greenfield, MA

Marsha creates unique vessels that are constructed from long pine needles and, many times, incorporates other natural materials. She loves to experiment and allow those materials to direct the creation process. Marsha enjoys teaching and taking basket classes and has also been a board member of the Northeast Basketmakers Guild and a member of the National Basketry Organization.

CAMILLE TAHAR

Shelburne Falls, MA

In response to the pandemic, Camille began PickNature in 2020 and creating her jewelry quickly became a full-time occupation. Camille uses epoxy and UV resin to freeze nature in time - foraging or growing and then drying everything she uses while carefully respecting nature. Camille does not hurt any insect or plant for her art. She researches plants conservation status and leaves rare ones alone.

ANITA WALLING

Leeds, MA

Anita’s life-long connection with nature evolved into finding supportive environments for working with her hands in clay, connecting with nature on many different levels, and deepening her spiritual journey. Anita’s greatest desire is to share with others the joy she receives from beauty of art, nature, and connection with the unseen. Prayer Pots are one-of-a-kind porcelain vessels that Anita fills with love and positive intentions to inspire and empower you. Combining the most ancient of clay techniques, pinching, with the refinement of porcelain and live leaves, she creates clay objects that hold the energy of aliveness, compassion, and possibility.

JASPER ALEXANDER

Northampton, MA

As an avid proponent of slow-crafting, Jasper Alexander blends the meditative nature of hand-stitching with the rigorous tedium of relief printmaking to make art objects out of upcycled textiles alongside his more traditional paper prints. His prints contain the whimsical & uncanny in equal measure - they’re inspired heavily by folk tales, stories told over dim light, myths (both ancient and contemporary), and the gentle sort of magic interwoven into all of our hum-drum lives.

SHANNON HARTFORD

Hadley, MA

Shannon is a self-taught photographer who combines aspects of energy healing through art. Each piece is representative of personal exploration and creative expression. The goal of this collection of work is healing for both the photographer and those who find themselves energetically drawn towards each piece.

BARBARA BALLOU

Monson, MA

Barbara is a self-taught polymer clay artist. Her pieces have a delicate vintage feel.

A firm believer in using what’s on hand, she takes textures and design ideas from unusual places - like her kids’ toys or pressed flowers from her garden - to create uniquely beautiful and detailed jewelry. Her work is ever evolving as she continues to experiment with different techniques and finding joy in the art of playing with clay.

JANICE C. ALDEN

Warwick, MA

Janice has been a maker of many things throughout her life, but beading is her passion. Each piece of jewelry is handstitched bead by bead. She enjoys the process of choosing different shapes and colors and combinations, creating ombre effects, three-dimensional shapes and embellishing them.

DIANA STILES

Amherst, MA

Whether the tag says Diana Stiles or Coco & Cordelia, Diana conjures a wide array of hand-sewn and machine-fashioned textile art. Years of self-taught, hands-on experience as a fiber artist have refined her design eye, tapping both classical and innovative techniques. Depending on the project at hand, Diana can be a traditionalist or an iconoclast, very serious or simply silly, but the results are always one-of-a-kind. Her sewing, clothing, and home reflect an authentic approach to color, a sense of whimsy, and a willingness to take a chance as well as to respect the design and aesthetics of those who have come before.

KIM WHITE

Pioneer Valley, MA

Kim White has been painting and exploring artmaking with
water-based mixed media for over 35 years. Kim enjoys making art to explore and reflect on the invisible forces behind the processes of reality’s emergence into the eternal present; and to simply get lost in the act. The themes that Kim explores in her works are influenced by lifelong study of the esoteric arts and spiritual practices

HEATHER GEOFFERY

Springfield, MA

Heather Geoffrey is an interdisciplinary artist whose body of work includes acrylic painting, digital photography, analog collage, multimedia works, written word, and performance. Heather’s works have been exhibited in both group and solo exhibitions and has been commissioned for public murals and private collections. Heather approaches the creation of art as an ongoing dialogue with the source of existence.

MACAYLLA SILVER

Leverett, MA

Macaylla Silver has a great love for Nature, Wine, Art and Women. For Silver, life has presented many opportunities to work with people far more talented and intelligent and by osmosis and observation, has achieved a small measure of talent. Whether derived by time spent selling free range chicken eggs or high powered camera equipment observing birds, all things have affected the style and substance of the work.

LOIS BARBER

Amherst, MA

In 2013, an incidental moment of inspiration led Lois to create a series of joyful and whimsical paintings, called “Birdz of a Feather.” Lois applies the colors first, lets the paint dry, then “finds” and defines each bird with pen and ink. Lois was born and raised in Irvington, New Jersey, received a BA degree in Fine Arts from Indiana University and a MA degree from the University of British Columbia. She divides her time between Amherst, MA and Henderson, CO.

KAITLIN SCUTARI

Orange, MA

Kaitlin managed the Pinch Gallery in Northampton for many years, where she also sold her popular ceramics, such as her elephant-handle mugs, hanging air plant holders, and more. Her work is in a constant state of evolution, bringing her personal journey into the making. You can find her work online, under the name ‘Wicked Thrown Pottery’ and in galleries around the area.

JASPER COWLEY

Easthampton, MA

Influenced by many global pottery traditions and the natural world, Jasper works with a variety of clays, including black clay, porcelain, and red clay. His work features a wide range of styles, from earthy to intricate designs, but still maintains a distinct, cohesive aesthetic that sets his pottery apart. Jasper’s pieces are designed to be both beautiful and functional, meant to be used and cherished every day.

KATHLEEN ANDERSON

Amherst, MA

An award-winning artist, whose work has exhibited on the national scene, Kathleen handcrafts limited edition and one-of-a-kind adornment pieces for women and men, eyeglass boxes, key fobs, kaleidoscopes, and her original HeartBox™ collection. Influenced by Pueblo, Navajo, Chinese, Japanese, and West African art traditions, the process Kathleen uses to create patterns in clay is originally borrowed from the Italian glassmaking traditions of millefiori and murrini cane work, incorporating combinations of only the strongest, most durable translucent and opaque clay.

TERESA WEYBREW ZUCKER

Belchertown, MA

Teresa aims to share messages of love, hope, resilience, and connection through her art. While both her parents were self-taught creatives who instilled a love of art, her mother, a concentration camp survivor, was deeply connected to creativity as a means of healing her traumas. In the wake of the sudden tragic loss of Teresa’s partner in 2016, she sought solace in her sketchpad. Grief found its voice on paper, through art and words and paved a path toward healing and a renewed desire to create. Recently, Teresa’s journey has cultivated a profound and loving connection with her Inner Child, leading the way to the exciting creation of "My Little Friends."

ERIC TALBOT

Easthampton, MA

Eric Talbot Is best known for his work on the TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES. He worked on the property for Mirage Studios in Northampton MA for over 25 years. His artwork is inspired by his love of Halloween, Monsters, Rock and Roll and all things Spooky! He is currently working as a professional tattoo artist in downtown Easthampton, Massachusetts.

LIST OF FORMER GALLERY ARTISTS

HOW IT WORKS...

1. Rent space monthly at $20 per linear foot

(Side to side -2.5' Minimum)

2. Sell your work and keep 80%.

3. The other 20% of your sales goes back into the gallery for events, marketing you as an artist and other artist-forward opportunities.

YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR SUCCESS!

Artists are reviewed and selected by a community panel on a quarterly basis. We welcome painting/drawing, digital, ceramics, mixed media, fiber/leather, photography, jewelry, sculpture, metal/wood, more!

GALLERY ARTIST APPLICATION

THE FRONT WINDOW GALLERY

The Front Window Gallery is a flexible exhibit space within the Local Art Gallery featuring rotating installations that may be curated by the Gallery Team, guest curators, neighbors, or local business owners. If you have an idea for an exhibit, please fill out the application form below.

Currently Featuring

Amherst Community and Connection

a collaborative installation

The Mill District Local Art Gallery is excited to present Amherst Community and Connection in the Front Window Gallery. This collaborative exhibit highlights and celebrates just a few of Amherst’s amazing local organizations whose mission is to connect individuals to services, resources, community, and/or the land.

We are especially thrilled the following groups had the capacity and interest in participating in this exhibit. Each has decorated a 3’ x 3’ panel to artistically represent their mission and community impact. Please click on their links to learn more:

A great big THANK YOU to ALL the individuals and operations who take care of others, bring people together, and work to make Amherst a wonderful town.

Please join us for a celebratory reception on Friday, March 28, from 5-7pm. Meet and celebrate our community connectors while enjoying complementary light refreshments and tastings from Provisions.

Exhibit runs from Friday, March 14 - Monday, April 28.

Apply to Exhibit in The Front Window Gallery

The Front Window Galler

Winter Art Classes & More in Amherst, MA!

Make the Gallery your Sunday Spot with Sunday Art Space!

9 AM - 12 PM

The Gallery table is open for you to sit and create. Bring your supplies from home, or grab new items from our terrific art section.

1 PM - 3 PM

The Gallery hosts a different artist, leading an activity or just holding space for your creative exploration.

The space is welcoming of all ages; kids under 14 must have an adult in the area.

No purchase necessary...however, art supplies are 10% off ALL DAY SUNDAYS

See Classes & Events

Join us at our Artist Social and Critique on the 2nd Thursday of every month from 6 - 8pm.
Artists of all abilities and mediums are welcome to bring 1-2 pieces of artwork or images of artwork for peer critique. This is not art school! Help us create a safe community space by providing constructive and supportive feedback. Let's boost each other up and encourage our artistic growth.

Hosted by The Local Art Gallery Team.
Free.
Ages 14+ with adult accompaniment.

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91 COWLS ROAD NORTH AMHERST, MA

YOUR LOCAL ART GALLERY

CURRENT ARTISTS

HOW IT WORKS...

YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR SUCCESS!

THE FRONT WINDOW GALLERY

Winter Art Classes & More in Amherst, MA!

Over 1000+ Art Supplies...

We can special order!

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