Bob Stone refers to himself as a "student
of the natural world, and especially the internal and external life of humans". Stone has shared his thoughts and perceptions through teaching at Suffolk County Community College, writing, drawing and painting.

Eileen Kelly has been painting as a means of self expression since 1975. As a formally trained mathematician, Eileen has found deep artistic connection while exploring the purity, depth, and abstraction of mathematics. Working with numerous master artist throughout her life has allowed her to develop her own artistic voice. Eileen Kelly's expressionist process portrays an emotional response to her inner experience as she is often overtaken by universal energy and the natural beauty that surrounds her. Throughout the creative process each piece may turn toward Impressionism or Abstraction.

Jinsheng Song is a Long Island artist working primarily in oil paint. Jinsheng graduated from the Central Academy of Arts and Design in Beijing in 1990. Since then, he has received numerous awards nationally for his work.

John Bell is an artist who reclaims salvaged metal to create sculptures. His most current work includes pieces created with steel from demolished buildings and industrial scrap materials. By allowing the metal to react to the environment as well as to chemical applications, John creates surface textures of deterioration which add mood and meaning to the sculptural shapes.

Mike Sinesi is a retired architect, who is practicing a lifelong joy of painting and drawing. While a student at Cornell University, he studied drawing and received his Bachelor of Architecture. Throughout his architectural career, Sinesi relied on drawing, hand sketching, and watercolor, to inform his designs. Sinesi works both in plein-air and in the studio, where he references his sketches, field studies, photos, and memories to create watercolor, pastel, and acrylic paintings.

Laura DiLeone is from Setauket, New York, and studied painting and Illustration at The Art Institute of Boston. She currently teaches Visual Art at the Elementary level. In her works she often references the Impressionists, inspired by the way they create light in their works. “The challenge of capturing natural light is captivating to me. I look for color where it normally isn’t. Color and light become the focus in all my paintings.”

Leona Zimmermann has been a Long Island based artist since childhood. Her focus has been the beauty of nature, the changing seasons, and the appreciation of the simple things in life. From memories of childhood to the fine moments of adulthood, Zimmermann invites the viewer into an immersive experience to absorb the beauty of the moment.

Mary Planding raises awareness about our Ocean's need for protection by celebrating its beauty with her art. Using watercolor and soft pastels, her art inspires the viewer to look beyond the surface and take positive action towards saving our Blue Planet.

Maya Trimner believes every artist channels the energy of the Divine. Whether she is drawing a portrait in charcoal or painting a still-life, her goal is to capture the moment and the energy within the subject.

Trimmer began drawing at the age of three and developed a fascination with animation. In her adult life, she went on to work as a makeup-artist for over a decade, perfecting her use of color on all skintones, which translated later to portraiture.

Stuart Friedman thinks every artist that paints landscapes or seascapes should experience the challenge and rewards of Plein air painting. Friedman immerses himself in the sounds, smells and atmosphere which are continually changing. Despite challenges that he may face during Plein Air painting, Stuart says it all adds to the authenticity of his art.

Myungja Anna Koh is an artist who has been actively working since her debut at the Poly gallery in Karlsruhe, Germany in 2011. Outside of fine art, Koh works in art business, children's book publishing, education, and blogging.

Pam Bensin a painter who works in a variety of mediums. She creates pet portraits in pastels,human portraits in oils and watercolor, and landscapes.

Judy Stone began her career as a biologist, and later transitioned to art. She first illustrated anatomy books that have sold worldwide. Stone later started taking art courses and workshops regularly. From here, her interest in landscape and desire to paint Plein Air evolved. Stone has shown her work locally in a number of galleries and museums, and has had a solo show in Jaffrey, New Hampshire

Kenneth Drasser is a semi-retired commercial artist whose professional background includes editorial
art direction, mural painting, signage, vehicle identification and graphics. Besides painting in his preferred medium, watercolor, Drasser also enjoys custom hand lettering, calligraphy and studying figure drawing in a studio setting.

Jacqueline DuBarry  is currently teaching art in the Middle Country School District. She earned her BFA in Fine Art from School of Visual Arts and graduated with honors from the Master of Science in Secondary Art Ed from Queens College. DuBarry has taught a major class in sculpture at Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts and at Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts. DuBarry also developed and implemented a course in Sculpture for Cartooning and Animation for Hofstra School of Continuing Education as part of their portfolio program in cartooning and animation. Recently, DuBarry has served as a board member for SCALA where she developed and taught several workshops for professional development for art teachers.

Katie Morton has been an artist since her childhood. From carrying a sketchbook everywhere to finding joy in the simplicity of watercolors, Morton describes art as being "constant throughout her life". Morton finds inspiration in landscapes and the beauty of nature. She uses color, perspective, and light to capture the beauty of the world around her.

Faith Czarnecki is a hobby artist from Centereach. She finds joy and inspiration in everyday life while painting with her toddler. Czarnecki graduated from Adelphi Arts Foundation and NAHS.

Danielle Parisi is a lifelong resident of Three Village. Parisi works as an artist and art restorer and says she is as passionate about making art as is inspired by preserving it for future generations. After completing her BFA at The Fashion Institute of Technology, Parisi had a successful career creating designs and sculptures for the children's toy and entertainment industry. Later inspired by the beauty of her surroundings and her love of local history, she began a quest to gain knowledge to restore sculptures and paintings.

Loretta Cerame is a professional artist living in East Northport, NY. After retiring, she began painting with acrylics, oils, mixed media & gouache. Her work engages with themes of love, peace and unity.

Loretta Oberheim is from Long Island, New York and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Textile Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology. Oberheim's work is an evolving exploration of mental health and disabilities. She draws inspiration from her training as a carpet designer, the Abstract Expressionist movement, and the street art of New York. Oberheim's art is featured in the Haegeum Gang Theme Museum, the Belskie Museum of Art, Tortuga Gallery, the Museum of Contemporary Art of Long Island, and One Art Space Gallery.

Marlene Weinstein is a photographer and mixed-media artist based in Setauket, New York. Captivated by the Long Island landscape, Weinstein creates mixed-media pieces by layering original photographs with pastel and acrylic media. She has exhibited widely in art galleries and fairs, with her work held in numerous private collections.

Laurie Mandel is from the north shore of Long Island, where she finds most of her creative inspiration. Mandel is inspired by the inherent idyllic beauty, calm, and tranquility of nature. She has taught painting at the Usdan Center for the Creative and performing Arts. Previously, she taught art at the secondary level in Three Village School District. 

Lauren Heller is a ceramic and mixed media artist and art educator. She has taught various media to people of all ages, both inside and outside of school settings. Heller describes her approach to art making as rather intuitive as she embraces spontaneity.

Jessie Kefalas is a Setuket native. Kefalas studied painting and sculpture at F.I.T. and had received the NY Times Fine Arts award during a group show before going on to study Art Conservation, Art History and Color Mixing and Matching at University of
Delaware. Keflas is proud to say she had the honor of restoring on paintings from Terrance Netter, Reboli, and Jan Both. She enjoys that every piece she works on is unique and carries its own set of challenges.

Remington Roberts is the creative force behind Rems Art Studio, grew up in the historic town of Setauket, New York. His work blends bold imagination with intricate detail, drawing inspiration from nature, mythology, and pop culture. Through digital
and traditional mediums, Remy crafts pieces that are both visually striking and emotionally resonant. His portfolio showcases a wide range of custom illustrations and designs, reflecting a deep passion for storytelling through art.

Zakariyah Hanif is an engineering student based in Selden, NY pursuing his Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering at Stony Brook University. He owes much of his art education to the programming at Gallery North and the Middle Country Public Library. Zak continues to foster his enjoyment of art and hopes to continue growing as both an artist and engineer

Stanley Zucker started painting following a long career as a physician-scientist. His portraits and painting scenes often have narrative elements, and have been exhibited at the Emma Clark Library and the Jazz Loft.

William Low was born in New York City, where he attended NYC's specialized High School of Art & Design. Low attended Parson's School in NYC where he received his BFA and he received his MA in Illustration with Syracuse University NY. He is a 4 time silver medalist at the Society of Illustrators NY, as well as the New York Times Best Illustrated Picture Book Award for Old Penn Station, 2009. Parent's Choice Honor Award for Lily, by Abigail Thomas. Authored books include Chinatown, Henry Holt and Company, 1998, Old Penn Station, Henry Holt and Company, 2007., Machines go to Work, Henry Holt and Company, 2009, Machines go to Work in the City, Henry Holt and Company, 2012. and Daytime Nighttime, Henry Holt and Company, 2013.

Kathee Shaff Kelson is a poet, writer, photographer, painter, teacher and researcher in Art Education. She attended Columbia University and the Lincoln Center Institute. Kelson has taught in many places including Adelphi University, C.W.Post University, Long Island University, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and Case Western Reserve University.

Kyla Hutter is a Studio Art major concentrating in sculpture at Stony Brook University. Hutter has been painting and drawing since childhood, finding nspiration in natural landscapes and the animals that are in them. She also draws inspiration from artists Jean-Michel Basquiat and Salvador Dalí. Hutter finds joy im mixing colors and of recycling art materials for future use. She hopes to someday combine sculpture and painting into a whole new genre of art.

Chloe Ruiz a Long Island-based art educator. She is captivated by the idea of worlds beyond our own and places filled with unique characters and strange creatures. Ruiz describes her artistic style as "a reflection of the things I love most. Blending the creepy with the cute and the fantastical with the familiar."

Mary Breheny is a WUSB radio events volunteer and a local artist who has been painting and drawing for over 40 years. Breheny has studied under various Art teachers at Comsewogue High School, Stony Brook University Adult Art Education, Shoreham Wading River Library and most recently at Suffolk County Community College. She is an advocate for NAMI and Mental Health Awareness.

Maureen Shea is a Brooklyn based interdisciplinary artist and architect who started plein air painting to practice abstraction. Her large scale paintings are plein air pieces that she works on both outdoors and in the studio. Shea aims to create narratives of spaces that are different from what may be imagined. Shea has exhibited in SONYA, Brooklyn, 92nd St Y, Felissimo, and online. 

Liz Kolligs, Valerie Farrugia, Drigo Morin, James Engelbert, Christine MacDonagh, John Tuttle, Claire Huffman, Phil Monastero