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.

RACHEL PALMER

Amherst, MA

Rachel 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. Rachel’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!

TOOK STORM

Northampton, MA

Took Storm is a genderqueer weaver who draws inspiration from nature, his found family, and the twisty turns of life that led them to weaving. Took works exclusively with thrift store or secondhand balls of yarn in a way that allows tattered and worn yarn to shine. Took enjoys teaching the adaptive weaving methods he works with, creating weaving content on Youtube and Tiktok, and weaving commission memorial scarves and blankets for family members of fiber artists who have passed on.

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.

CAMILLE TAHAR

Belchertown, 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.

JUDY VAZQUEZ

Northampton, MA

Judy Vazquez is a mosaic artist who lives in Northampton and spends a portion of the year on Anna Maria Island. Her inspiration comes from spending time on Anna Maria Island and hiking in nature in the northeast. She sees her art as a tool to transcend and bring peace to the observer while stirring the imagination. She creates mosaic mirrors, mandalas, nature scenes, unique jewelry, and stepping stones for indoor and outdoor sacred spaces.

ACE HARRILL

Amherst, MA

Ace Harrill is a queer/trans potter whose work addresses themes of community responsibility and collective care. Working with functional ware, he invite viewers to participate in conversation and exchange, emphasizing the tactile and communal aspects of creating and using dishes. With an emphasis on bright colors and bold shapes, his work prioritizes the creation of joy. He want folks to walk away from his work feeling a little more connected to their community, and themselves. And hopefully, with a mug in hand!

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.

CHRIS BORDENCA

Ludlow, MA

Collectors around the world enjoy Chris Bordenca’s paintings which focus on a personal connection to action figures, toys, video games, and places from his youth in the 70’s and 80’s. Chris has shown his work around New England in various group shows and several paintings have been given awards, including "Starless Sea with Keys" which won first place for acrylic painting at the Northeast Fine Arts Exposition.

“Almost nothing gets forgotten anymore. The past exists in the collective memory of the internet, and we can reach in and physically bring those memories into our present.” Chris Bordenca

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.

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

RAVNEET MARWAHA

an exhibit to benefit Jones Library

The Local Art Gallery hosts Ravneet Marwaha in the Front Window Gallery from Wednesday, September 4 through Tuesday, October 29th. All exhibited work is available for immediate purchase and 30% of sales is donated to Jones Library.

Reception: Friday, Sept 13, from 6-8pm. Free, with complementary refreshments. Live music provided by Avi Steinhardt.

THE EXHIBIT:
Discover 'Amherst 1881: A Century Before Me,' where photographer Ravneet Marwaha delicately intertwines history and art to showcase the beauty of Amherst's past. With a blend of photography, sculptural elements, and subtle surprises, this exhibition offers a heartfelt exploration of the town's rich heritage. Join us in discovering the simple yet profound stories that shaped Amherst over a century ago, inviting reflection on its enduring legacy.

THE ARTIST:

Ravneet Marwaha is a commercial and fine-art photographer based in Massachusetts. Her work has been showcased in numerous group exhibitions, spanning from Boston, MA to Rome, Italy. Born and raised in India, her life has been characterized by a continuous journey of learning and exploration.

Having led a nomadic existence, residing in various places, and immersing herself in diverse cultures, she attended eleven different schools, growing up with a perpetual sense of movement and change, often without a stable sense of belonging. This unique upbringing has cultivated her ability to keenly observe as an "outsider," perpetually seeking commonalities in cultures and people while finding meaning in the ordinary moments of daily life.

Ravneet started taking photographs in 1994, with a Nikon EF200 she bought with her saved up pocket money. This initial spark paved the way for her artistic journey, which led her to the New England School of Photography in Waltham, Massachusetts. There, she honed her skills and delved deeper into the craft, expanding her understanding of photography as art, science and magic.

Having resided in various cities around the world and immersing herself in diverse cultures, her commitment to unraveling the unseen threads that unite us all has grown even stronger. Through her lens, Ravneet invites viewers to contemplate the profound significance of seemingly ordinary objects and moments, elevating them to a level of appreciation and introspection.

JONES LIBRARY MISSION:

The Jones Library will be a community hub to a diverse population of Amherst residents, a space where books are celebrated and all members of the community can gather to enhance their educational, cultural, recreational, and lifelong learning pursuits.

Jones Library Donation Form

The Mill District Local Art Gallery is donating space and sales commission to support this cause.

Ravneet Marwaha's Website

Jones Library Website

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The Front Window Galler

Fall Art Classes & More in Amherst, MA!

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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 Nayana Lafond.
Free.
Ages 14+ with adult accompaniment.

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Over 1000+ Art Supplies...

are available in The Mill District General Store's art supply section. We are constantly looking for new products to help you create. Let us know about art supply products you may like to see in our store below.

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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

Fall Art Classes & More in Amherst, MA!

Over 1000+ Art Supplies...

We can special order!

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