Meet the artists from “Awakenings…”

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DADSON BAND (performers)
A spiritual dad and son indie rock duo that focuses on inspiring lyrics and melodies through years of playing together. Adam Love, the singer and guitarist has been developing his songwriting and guitar playing throughout his life, sharing his continuing journey through his music. As for his son, Lionel Wadsworth, he has contributed to this beautiful and grounding way of music and life by adding his part of drums and groove to his dads already peaceful and rockin’ flow. They have both been playing together for about 5 years, but earlier this year decided to take it seriously, and continue to share their journeys with the world through music and daily life.

We are shoring up a website right now, with an EPK and all that good stuff. Thanks so much !!

Nicole Findra (artist and vendor) has always had trouble fitting into boxes. Please don’t try to ask “what kind of artist is she?” Because there isn’t really a good answer for that. It’s ALL art, intuitive and free, while refreshing her mind and spreading beautiful seeds of wonder across the world!

She asks that you just enjoy her work for what it is and ask yourself what it means to you, how does it make you feel, what do you see, does it remind you of something or someone? Do you think that piece might look better turned 90 degrees to the left? That’s ok! Take it home and hang it that way!

DO you want to touch it? Go ahead, that’s part of it, it’s a multi sensory experience! Really let yourself go. Feel the energy of the pieces, feel yourself in the moment. See you at the show!

Christopher Berlino (artist and curator) is the principal photographer & founder of Inner Lite Photography. Originally a Studio Art major in college on Long Island where he was raised, his artistic expertise at the time was painting and sculpture. In 2001, he took a serious interest in photography and avidly began part time work as a publicity/press & event photographer for an Off Broadway Theatrical Production Company here in New York City. Chris has since expanded his experience, expertise, and photographic services full time, serving the NYC-tri state area and beyond in all areas of digital photography from glamour, to weddings, red carpet/VIP events, acting/modeling portfolios, to travel and photo journalism. He has traveled the world from Europe to Australia honing his craft and he LOVES what he does.

Roxanne Nadia Schulman (artist) is a visual artist from Florida. She enjoys drawing and painting. Her favorite mediums include acrylic paint, watercolor, and gouache. Recent subjects of her art include pet portraits, plants and flowers, and her eye pattern series. She also creates digital designs for laser cutting and is a hula hoop maker. Finding herself in the midst of the creative process and expressing different aspects of herself is her favorite thing about art. Visit her website here…

My name is Jose Ramon Espinar Rota, (artist) but my artistic name is Espinaro. I am a Senior Automotive Technician from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia and I have worked on the best car brands in Europe, South America and the United States. I have been a self-taught plastics artist for twenty years. I had a period of inactivity but now I am back in the creative process that makes human creativity so fulfilling! My dream is to be a professional artist full time. I am passionate about art in general and my way of creating is using my imagination to implement colors and artistic styles. I was born in Olesa de Montserrat near Barcelona (Catalonia-Spain-Europe).

Growing up in New York City, Geobani Rodriguez (artist) was heavily influenced by the graffiti of the 90’s. After studying psychology at Boston University, Geo continued to use art as a medium for self-expression and enrolled in classes at the School of Visual Arts and the Fashion Institute of Technology, where he developed traditional artistic techniques. He honed skills completing murals with spray paint at places like 5 Pointz and the Bushwick Collective. He continued in the mural arts scene later while in the Boston area completing various projects including murals for the Boston MFA’s Juneteenth celebrations. Birds, most often pigeons, and increasingly fish play a central role in many of his works, which often explore surreal themes like time, memory, and love.

Elise Maurine (artist and curator) is firstly a word artist, as she is an Off Broadway playwright and theatrical producer who has ‘curated’ over 350 performances from her 16 full scale plays and musicals she has written. Among her many other jobs on site for her theater productions, one of her additional passions… set design and creating ART for her sets. She is also a metaphysical Wiccan practitioner who creates spiritual curios of all kinds. Her favorite kind of art to create is acrylic paintings blended with images and pastel colors, sometimes mixing in words and poetry. Art is a form of therapy for her and is a huge advocate for freedom of expression – art is soul baring for her and she is not afraid to show people that depth through creative expression and through theater. Visit her website at www.HangingCowProductions.com

Christie Latino (artist and hostess) is a multi media artist and creator. Originally from Connecticut, Christie channels and expresses herself and her appreciation of art inspired by her Native American roots. Having a passion for nature and animals, her art often speaks to the details in observing the beauty around her. She loves to create in all mediums; acrylic, sculpture, wood working, photography, and her favorite, charcoal. She loves to create custom furniture and accessories, home decor, dream catchers, paintings, drawings, and much more! Christie now uses art for therapy and to induce peace and calm, but years ago her art was featured in her hometown in advertising campaigns where she won awards. She now creates art for mostly her own personal fulfillment and as gifts for others. This is her first show in 20 years and she is excited to share her work with the town of Peekskill!

I am twenty-eight year old Dylan O’Reilly, (artist) a self taught artist from New York. As long as I could remember, I have been fascinated with art. I grew up watching the classic Disney animations and then later my attention drew towards comics and graphic novels. As the years changed so did their styles. Though one thing that never changed was my love for it all. When I was in school, I was always getting in trouble for doodling in class, and now I doodle for a living. Thanks for stopping by and checking out my work! Visit my website here…

Christina Nardulli (artist) is originally from Yonkers, NY and after getting married, moved up to Yorktown Heights, NY where she lives with her husband of 28 years and her two amazing sons. Christina took a liking to art from a young age where she loved to draw freehand. She would pick a page from a coloring book and draw it. She took art throughout high school which is where she created most of her pieces. They range from watercolor, pencil, pastel and ink. At the age of 15, her mom signed her up for painting lessons once a week, where she would pick a picture of something she wanted to paint on a blank canvas. Here is where she found her love of oil painting. Most of her oil paintings were done between the ages of 15-17 years old. She hasn’t picked up a brush or pencil since then. Her new love of art comes in the form of marketing for her real estate business. She is a full-time real estate salesperson with Keller Williams Realty Partners in Baldwin Place, New York. She helps buyers and sellers in Northern Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess Counties. Her love of creating art can be seen in her real estate marketing pieces, where she likes to think outside the box to fit her own personal style.

Max Russel’s (artist) primary focus is portraits with an emphasis on texture and emotion. Detail and shading can completely transform the mood and meaning of a piece. He does drawings, paintings, ceramics, and he is from Carmel, NY

Jonathan Ray Buie Jr. (artist) is from Newburgh NY. He is a member of the Bricklayers and Allies Craftworkers Local 1 by day and an acrylic painter by night. As an artist he tries to deliver beautiful art that speaks to people, giving them hope and happiness.

Samantha Mileski (performer) is so excited to be performing at this year’s festival. She is co-owner of Epiphany Shakespeare Company and would like to thank her wonderful cast for coming out and bringing their talent to this years art festival. Previous acting credits include Rebel Without a Cause (Judy), Jekyll and Hyde (Lucy), Into the Woods (Rapunzel), The Drowsey Chaperone (Kitty), The Music Man (Ensemble), Lend me a Tenor (Diana), Clue (Yvette), Hamlet (Ophelia), The Three Stooges (Larry), The Magical Lamp of Aladdin (Jasmine), Murder Cafe (Becky), The Play That Goes Wrong (Saundra), Macbeth (Lady Macduff/ 3rd Witch), Rumpelstiltskin, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Game of Clones (Nun), and Hung up Games (Katniss Everdeen), she recently made her Off Broadway debut in Angels Among Us as (Maddie). Film Credits include A Coffee House (Shawna), Killer Campout (Stacy), RIP (Petite), Her Phobia (Eliza), An Angry Boy, The Adults and Pretty Little Liars (Original Sin), Ebenezer Scrooge (Bell), The Vord (Cleaning Lady), Barbie (Lexi). She is also an award winning Special Effects Makeup Artist working on over 50 productions throughout her career. Agedbloodfx.com

Epiphany Shakespeare Co. (performance company) is so excited to be a part of this year’s Art Festival. We are a traveling theatre company putting on classic Shakespeare productions with a pop culture twist. We are run by 5-Time Broadway World Award Winner for best director & actor, Joshuah Patriarco and internationally acclaimed artist in the film industry, Samantha Mileski. We are comprised of some of the finest classical actors in Central NY, and seek to bring a riveting, one of a kind theatrical experience to all of our audiences. We always strive to hit the sweet spot between crowd pleasing entertainment & high artistic achievement. We have two upcoming productions that you won’t want to miss: Macbeth: Galaxy of Blood is a haunting new Mashup of the classic thriller with iconic Star Wars characters…& Romeo and Juliet: A Classic Hollywood Musical, is a new spin on the iconic romance as told (and sung) by the golden age of movie stars, including Marilyn Monroe and James Dean as the tragic lovers. You don’t want to miss these two amazing productions!!! Visit Epiphanyshakespeareco.com for tickets and more info!

Joshuah Patriarco (performer) and Artistic Director, Epiphany Shakespeare) He is a 5-Time BroadwayWorld Award Winner for his performances as Archibald Craven in The Secret Garden (Best Actor in a Musical, 2019), Oedipus/Donald Trump in Oedipus Rx (Best Actor in a Play & Best Actor in a Streaming Play, 2021), Dolly Parton in The Love Play (Best Supporting Actor, 2022), for his Production of “Gaslight” (Best Director of a Play, 2022). He is also the recipient of the Best Singer award in the 2021 NY Theater Festival for his Drag Queen Persona “Destiny Day-Licious” in “The Hamlet Experience”. NYC & Regional credits also include the title roles in Hamlet (2x), Jekyll & Hyde (2x), Jesus Christ Superstar, The Who’s Tommy, Sunday in the Park With George, Sweeney Todd, Stanley Kowalski in A Streetcar Named Desire, The Fool in King Lear & Tennessee Williams in Yellow to Lavender, among many others. As a proud member of SAG-AFTRA he has played everything from The Joker to Marilyn Monroe onscreen. He most recently directed, adapted & starred in Epiphany Shakespeare’s touring production of Hamlet: The Clown Prince.

Jake Proscia, (artist) is local and works primarily with micron pens. His subject matter over the last decade has involved everything from architecture, to tattoo designs, to abstract pieces. Except for faces. He never liked drawing faces. Currently, he’s been working in this abstract style as seen on display, which he originally explored 10 years ago, but opted for other styles until recently. No matter how he anticipates it coming out, it always differs which makes the long process worthwhile. The processes and final pieces can best be described by the words of Connor Fox Bow (@fox_bow_art), when he described it as “…expression and exploration and exhaustion and explosion.” You can find more of Jake’s work at @jake_proscia on Instagram.

Brianna Alvarado, (vendor) a proud native of New York, is a creative force who wears many hats. She is a skilled craftsperson, jewelry maker, and artisan of exquisite bath products and accessories. Her artistic journey has led her to become a self-published author as well. Driven by her passion for crafting, Brianna decided to enhance her entrepreneurial skills by returning to school for business. Armed with a blend of creativity and business acumen, she embarked on her journey to establish her own small artisan business. Brianna’s work reflects not only her artistic talents but also her commitment to creating unique, handcrafted items that leave a lasting impression. Whether through her jewelry, bath products, accessories, or captivating written words, Brianna’s creations are a testament to her dedication to the world of creative expression. Discover the world of artistry, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurship with Brianna as she continues to bring her unique vision to life in the heart of the Mid Hudson Valley.

Tori Kraese (artist) began painting in 2018 while taking a class at Marymount Manhattan College taught by artist Timothy Hull. While she had only taken the class to fulfill a graduation requirement and had no prior painting experience, she had fallen in love after just 3 months of classes. Experiencing immense frustration on the day of her first still-life assignment – painting some white cubes in grey scale – she told Hull that she does not have the “artist’s eye”, and cannot comprehend how they portray shadow, dimension, and light. Hull simply responded “Just paint what you see” and from that moment, it all made sense.
Painting became more than a hobby in 2020 when Kraese, finding herself unemployed due to the pandemic, needed to get creative in order to pay the New York City rent. She advertised affordable commissions on social media and was able to pay her bills with money made off of her paintings.

This is Kraese’s first ever art show, and she is thrilled to be able to share her passion and hard work with the public.

NYC born & bred, Alex Moyano (artist) a.k.a. G3NiUS currently lives in Wappingers Falls, NY. A visual artist, music producer, & sound engineer Alex has a devotion to deepen their studies with a cosmic approach. (Majoring in) film in college and with an Audio Technology Diploma at SAE Institute has allowed Alex to build a strong foundation in artistic expression.

Interweaving their love for sound and visual aesthetics through seeing where these concepts bridge, Alex now utilizes these mediums to heal by rewiring thought and behavioral patterns, using frequency and visuals to harmonize both body and mind.

Maria Tavares (artist) first knew she was an artist when she was just six years old, telling her dad that she wanted to paint. In fact, at age eight she was offered a scholarship to go to art school in Mexico, but her parents could not afford the extra expenses and they needed her to stay home. However, Tavares was not deterred to continue painting. She used to paint in bakery shop store windows, where they would pay her in cookies. An interesting fact about Tavares is that she grew up in a household of sixteen children, whereas she was number fifteen. Tavares married when she was just sixteen, to a fifty-six year old man. He was very supportive of her and provided her with art materials. Tavares’ first husband passed away when she was in her
early thirties. Tavares married again, and it is with her second husband that she came to America. She and her husband currently reside in Somers.

Master Reiki Healer and Psychic Medium Zen Jen (vendor) is gifted with Clairsentience, Clairvoyance, Claircognizance, Clairaudience, and Clairgustance. Jen was always intuitive and aware of energy. Her mission on Earth is to help and is in every way so grateful for her gifts. She is eager to heal everyone and shows no judgment. Her empathy is not limited to just humans, but all beings. Jen took numerous courses in Mediumship, Reiki, Astrology, Dreams, Chinese Medicine, Chakras, Crystals, and Connecting with Angels. Jen is certified in Reiki 1, Reiki 2, and Hypnosis. She is a certified Reiki Master, White Light Healer, Master Healer, and Angel Quest Practitioner. She has also dabbled in Shamanism and Kundalini Yoga. Jen went from being a victim, to a survivor, to being a warrior. Through spirituality and guidance.

In 2014, Jen founded Jen’s Healing Energy Inc with the goal to help heal the world and continue to bring peace and love through spiritual healing. Jen’s dedication has paid off, and her gifts are now recognized. She was invited to appear on Staten Island TV as a co-host and guest on “Soulmate Talk.”, “Spiritual Exploration”, and “God’s Way”. Jen has maintained a large following on her Instagram, @JensHealingEnergy, where she spreads love and light.

For Patrick Abanathy, (artist) photographer/writer, a disposable camera made him realize his passion to capture and accentuate life’s wonderful moments and beauty through the lens of a camera. Following high school, he went on to minor in photography at Murray State University as a compliment to his major in print journalism. Following graduation in 2002, he was lucky enough to be able to apply both his major and minor as a reporter/photographer for a small town newspaper in Yerington, Nevada where he took award-winning pictures for the paper. He currently owns
hos own studio and photography business, AbanathyPhotography.com

Sky is a visual artist! She practices painting, drawing, photography and occasionally ceramics. Sky is mainly inspired by what she sees around her in the city while going about her everyday life! Street fashion, graffiti, landscape and the architectures of Manhattan are just a few sources of her inspiration. The life she tries to live to its fullest constantly provides her with a flow of creativity to build upon her interests in the art world. She loves to document the people in her life which manifests across all mediums she invests time into. Sky has a realistic style approach to her work but often loves to add exaggerated elements to achieve an overall dream-like effect.

Purchase our Art HERE!

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$95 Twin Towers 11 X 14″ purchase print here online or at exhibit in person on 5/13/2023 – Christopher Berlino

$95 Brooklyn Bridge 11 X 14″ purchase print here online or at exhibit in person on 5/13/2023 – Christopher Berlino

$125 Starry Night acrylic, 1 original painting available, by Christie Latino

Une Vie Magique artist participants!

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Alex Sunshine is a local artist currently in 10th grade in the Northern Westchester area. He enjoys creating art because it is a means of expression. His preferable medium includes pencil on paper and at times adding colored pencil. For accents, he will often use White Out. Upon occasion, Alex will paint with acrylics on canvas. He enjoys drawing faces, figures and characters, working to capture their back story and to show what they might be thinking or feeling. His prior experience includes the creation of many of his own drawings and art class in school of which many of his works were shown in the school art shows. He has also assisted in painting for theatrical productions at his high school. Alex will attend the SUNY Purchase Art Institute this summer and is looking forward to taking drawing and painting classes in his 11th year.In his future, he looks forward to applying to colleges and incorporating art, in all its forms, into campus life. Someday he hopes to own his own art gallery!

I am Brian Wolfe, a lifelong resident of the Hudson Valley, born and raised in Newburgh, NY. I received a BA from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in theatre design and sociology. I later earned a Master of Fine Arts in set and lighting design from the University of Connecticut. Now part owner of Costume Armour, where I have worked since 1981, building sculpture, props, costumes and scenery for Broadway, Disney, television and film.

Given my first 35 mm film camera at 13 which inspired me to build my own darkroom in a basement closet. Part hobby and part therapy, photography is my greatest passion informed by a lifetime working in the arts.

Refusing to pick a specific genre of photography I instead indulge myself to photograph anything that grabs my interest. I document my hometown and its people for a local newspaper. I try to capture the majestic beauty of the Hudson River and the mountainous Hudson Highlands. I can often be seen photographing skateboarders, dancers and the many fascinating people in my hometown.

Dr. Amelia E. Jones is a scholar warrior healer. A retired educator in the fields of technology and environmental education, she is a graduate of Mt. Holyoke, Long Island University and Pacific College of Health Sciences. Amelia is nationally board certified in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, and has earned the rank of yodan in Tomiki aikido. Her current practice evolves at the intersection of the martial, healing, culinary and visual arts.

I am Mark G. Salamack. As an artist I like to paint and draw from nature – especially – botanical subjects – flowers, leaves, vegetables and fruit. At other times I will also paint/draw animals, landscapes and scenes.

I endeavor for realism when painting/drawing my subjects to capture them as they really are with the best of my God given artistic abilities. The mediums that I work in are colored pencil, watercolor and acrylics. Currently, colored pencils are my medium of choice as they are portable and have a wide color range. For larger scale works – I like to use watercolor or acrylics. What I like about art, is that the artist can capture of the beauty of the world that they see around them in an original and unrepeated way, filtered by their own specific style that inherently belongs to each artist, hoping to bringing the viewer happiness, well-being and joy by viewing these visual works.

My name is Kelly Maguire! I’m from Newburgh NY and I am a dog mom, a dad joke connoisseur, and I love tacos! To me, art is a person’s individual freedom of expression! Find Kelly on instagram @ksundazephotos

Jim O’Connell is an amateur photographer who started digital photography with a hand-me-down camera from his brother. Much of what he has learned about photography was through online classes as well as trial and error. He has always enjoyed nature, and loves being able to capture its beauty through the lens of the camera. A horticulturist by training and education, Jim still works full time, but after hours and on the weekends can be found hiking the many trails, or visiting any one of the local preserves found in the Hudson Valley, usually with his camera in tow. Most of his work has been focused on nature and landscapes. He has done some work with people, and hopes to do more in the future. Visit his website here…

My name is Jose Ramon Espinar Rota, but my artistic name will be Espinaro, I am a Senior Automotive Technician from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia and I have worked in the best car brands in Europe, South America and the United States, I have been a self-taught plastic artist for twenty years, I had a period of inactivity but I am back in this creative process that the human being has. My dream is to be a professional artist, I am passionate about art in general and my way of creating is using my imagination, implementing it with colors and artistic styles. I was born in Olesa de Montserrat near Barcelona (Catalonia-Spain-Europe).

Roxanne Nadia Schulman is a visual artist from Florida. She enjoys drawing and painting. Her favorite mediums include acrylic paint, watercolor, and gouache. Recent subjects of her art include pet portraits, plants and flowers, and her eye pattern series. She also creates digital designs for laser cutting and is a hula hoop maker. Finding herself in the midst of the creative process and expressing different aspects of herself is her favorite thing about art. Visit her website here…

Ian Cooley is a cinematographer and photographer whose works have screened internationally in Canada, Italy, and China. His films focus on queer stories, and aim to bring a more positive and realistic lens for queer characters and stories. He served as the Cinematographer on the Westchester based film, Enoptromancy, or When We Meet As One, which opened the Edgar Allan Poe Festival in 2019. When not shooting motion pictures, you can find him wandering the Hudson Valley shooting landscapes and stranger’s dogs. A native of New Jersey, Ian now calls the Hudson Valley home and is looking forward to exploring all of the beautiful wilderness Westchester has to offer. “This started off as a sketchbook, and then I fell in love with 65mm stills and couldn’t stop.”

Visit his website here…

Claudia P. Marulanda is a New York City-based fine artist. For most of her young adult life, Claudia pursued a career in graphic design, working as an Art Director in publishing. However, her passion for painting was ignited following an emotional rock bottom, which she transformed into an opportunity to empower herself through art.

Art became her medicine, offering a space for healing and self-expression. This source of expression led Claudia to her unique style of weaving words into each subject’s hair to convey a feeling and express herself.

Drawing on her own experiences of finding healing through art, Claudia creates unique, personalized portraits that celebrate women’s resilience and success. In addition to her work as a fine artist, Claudia facilitates art-based workshops aimed at helping women struggling with feelings of frustration and anxiety. Claudia offers a space for emotional healing and self-expression through her workshops, assisting women in finding their best selves. Claudia has held solo exhibitions, including “Wonder Women” in 2015. She has participated in several group exhibitions throughout New York City, including at El Barrio’s Art Space PS 109. Her ultimate goal is to inspire and empower women through her art, just as it has inspired and empowered her. She draws inspiration from Gandhi’s quote, “Be the change that you wish to see in the world,” and strives to live by this principle in her daily work. Visit her website at www.marulandaart.com

Evolving through experiences in public arts, events coordination, teaching,and curating, Inez Andrucyk’s current private practice has benefited from influence by the many positive community members she has met along the way. Their strength has served to create for her an artistic counterpoint to society’s pain, losses, and maltreatment’s through the fruitful journey of joyful expression as a well tread antidote. Inez was born in Philadelphia, raised in New Jersey, and grew up in New York City. Her education includes Rutgers University, City College, Art Students League, the New York Academy of Art, and Teachers College. She has exhibited, curated, and is published in Connecticut, New York, Maryland, and New Jersey, including murals in the Bronx and Portchester. She has served as the painting director of Peekskill Painting Poetry (and Music), Poetry and sculpture at Studio theater in Exile at Hudson Valley MOCA, and she also serves on the board of Collaborative Concepts, Journals in Carla Rae Johnson’s Arc of the Moral universe, and Arc of the Viral Universe.

Artwork can be seen HERE at www.andinez.com

I am twenty-eight year old Dylan O’Reilly, a self taught artist from New York. As long as I could remember, I have been fascinated with art. I grew up watching the classic Disney animations and then later my attention drew towards comics and graphic novels. As the years changed so did their styles. Though one thing that never changed was my love for it all. When I was in school, I was always getting in trouble for doodling in class, and now I doodle for a living. Thanks for stopping by and checking out my work! Visit my website here…

Eric Zoback has been painting for the past 45 years working in acrylic paint. His style of Art is Geometric Surrealism, subtle color gradations and geometric images combined with a touch of surrealism describe his style. His paintings are filled with a gentle pleasing blend of color and design and he is from Harrison, NY. Visit his website at ezdesignsart.com

Jim Morehand was born/raised in Rome, NY, I eventually moved to Brooklyn, NY in 1990 as an returning adult student, to attend Pratt Institute (BFA Interior Design ’93). Through the principals of design in light, color, form, line, texture and balance I enjoy composing images through the camera lens. My favorite subjects are the wonders of designs found in nature and the beauty of the juxtapositions that often go unseen until captured.

Elise Maurine is firstly a word artist, as she is an Off Broadway playwright and theatrical producer who has ‘curated’ over 350 performances from her 16 full scale plays and musicals she has written. Among her many other jobs on site for her theater productions, one of her additional passions… set design and creating ART for her sets. She is also a metaphysical Wiccan practitioner who creates spiritual curios of all kinds. Her favorite kind of art to create is acrylic paintings blended with images and pastel colors, sometimes mixing in words and poetry. Art is a form of therapy for her and is a huge advocate for freedom of expression – art is soul baring for her and she is not afraid to show people that depth through creative expression and through theater. Visit her website at www.HangingCowProductions.com

Arielle Ascanio is from Yorktown Heights, New York and is a sophomore at Lakeland High School. She currently takes classes at Peekskill Clay Studios, and attends Ballibay Fine and Performing Arts Camp. She has always had a passion for art, specifically sketching, painting, and ceramics. She is hoping to attend a college with a strong Fine Arts program. She loves that she can get lost in art, while also using it as a form of self-expression.

Christopher Berlino is the principal photographer & founder of Inner Lite Photography. Originally a Studio Art major in college on Long Island where he was raised, his artistic expertise at the time was painting and sculpture. In 2001, he took a serious interest in photography and avidly began part time work as a publicity/press & event photographer for an Off Broadway Theatrical Production Company here in New York City. Chris has since expanded his experience, expertise, and photographic services full time, serving the NYC-tri state area and beyond in all areas of digital photography from glamour, to weddings, red carpet/VIP events, acting/modeling portfolios, to travel and photo journalism. He has traveled the world from Europe to Australia honing his craft and he LOVES what he does.

Christie Latino is a multi media artist and creator. Originally from Connecticut, Christie channels and expresses herself and her appreciation of art inspired by her Native American roots. Having a passion for nature and animals, her art often speaks to the details in observing the beauty around her. She loves to create in all mediums; acrylic, sculpture, wood working, photography, and her favorite, charcoal. She loves to create custom furniture and accessories, home decor, dream catchers, paintings, drawings, and much more! Christie now uses art for therapy and to induce peace and calm, but years ago her art was featured in her hometown in advertising campaigns where she won awards. She now creates art for mostly her own personal fulfillment and as gifts for others. This is her first show in 20 years and she is excited to share her work with the town of Peekskill!

Chris Berlino’s resume

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Artist acceptance portal

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Congratulations! You are one of a select few artists/performers/vendors chosen to take part in our multi media ART exhibit event this coming September 30th, 2023 at the Artist Spot in Peekskill, NY! We are SO excited to help you share your inspiration with the our community and we are excited to meet you! The final steps to securing your spot at our exciting show is just 2 simple steps!

1. Please sign our digital agreement

2. Please pay your entry fees from this page after filling out the digital agreement

Please submit your entry fee(s) of $20 per art piece, up to 4 pieces OR your $50 vendor fee using our safe and secure paypal link. Please note that entry fees are NON refundable, as these small fees offset holding your space in the gallery. There are no further costs to you to be a part of the show! In fact, don’t forget that two $100.00 prizes will be awarded at the exhibition for best art in show!

if you are a performer, we only need your digital agreement signed. There is no cost for performers to be scheduled at our event,

Artist FAQ and application

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Please REVIEW all of the terms and conditions for submitting your application to be an artist, a performer, or a vendor at our exhibit!

Ready to show your work in public? We accepting applications for vendors, performers, and painters/photographers to be considered for our multi media exhibit “Awakenings”! Click the link below to fill out the online form below. We will let you know within 3 business days if your work has been selected for the show. THERE IS NO FEE to SUBMIT photos of your art for consideration. If you are chosen for the show, you must remit any entrance fees immediately. (fees are only required for vendors and artists)

Be a sponsor OR donate to our show!

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Inner Lite Photography is a family owned, local business near Peekskill, NY and we curate one of a kind creative events twice per year to bring our community together through visual and performing arts! We love and cherish our community support and we want to thank you for considering helping us! We would love to feature you in our beautifully printed, exhibition program for our upcoming event in February of 2024 at The Artist Spot! The sponsorship ad rates are low and you would be helping our community of artists flourish in a time of artistic recession. Our exhibit booklet is the size of a Broadway playbill and it is in full color! Choose a sponsorship and AD design is included! You are also invited to the event for free, as it is open to the public! Your ad will also be digitally displayed in the sponsors section of this website…! We are SO GRATEFUL that you would be willing to support our community project! Thank you so much! We will design your ad within 24 hours of payment/purchase!

Want to just donate any amount? We will send a receipt and a thank you and we will be sure to mention you in our program!

CHOOSE the sponsorship right for you!

Full page color print AND digital AD w/ free design $250 / $200 for black & white (7.8″X 4.8″ 250 dpi)

Half page color print AND digital AD w/ free design $200 / $150 for black & white (4.8″X4.8″ 250 dpi)

Business card color print AND digital AD w/ free design $150 / $100 for black & white (3.2″X4.8″ 250 dpi)

We are so excited for this next event! We would love our community to be just as enthusiastic as us! Perhaps you would not like to place an ad but rather you would prefer to DONATE any amount to our show!? We would be SO appreciative! All donations come with a program gratitude acknowledgment and a web mention unless otherwise requested not. And of course, the event is FREE for the public to attend so we hope to see you there! THANK YOU for your support!