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We are the Irondequoit Art ClubAlthough in existence since 1958, we remain visionaries, bringing artists together to create art in the media of their choice.
We are open to all, with demonstrations by noted artists, impressive art shows, opportunities to sell your work, and camaraderie with other creative people. |
2025 IAC Picnic
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Chair, Gwen Ostrom reports that the IAC Picnic will be held Saturday, August 16 at Camp Eastman, Spies Conference Center, 1301 Lakeshore Blvd. The start time for the lunch will be announced later. IAC members will be asked to bring items for the meal. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be grilled by club members. More information will come as the time gets closer.
Attendance response required by 8/2/25. |
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Next Tuesday Meeting: May 27, 6:30-9:00 pm
This month's art presentation will be "Prints, Prints, Prints" by artists from the Print Club of Rochester (PCR). “Collage is a wonderful, whimsical way of expressing myself and my spirit,” says Lambdin, an Auburn artist who returned to the artistry of collage in 2017. She has produced over 500 whimsical and imaginative works, each a seamless kaleidoscope of nature, and architecture. Each piece has a fish in the mix as her signature symbol. Lambdin grew up in Lowville, and later Fulton. “My parents brought us up to be conscious of recycling and reusing and to do our part in the world,” she says.
The PCR (printclubofrochester.org), founded in 1930, is an organization devoted to preserving and exploring the fine art of traditional & contemporary methods of printmaking & prints. The club has grown into one of the longest continually running print clubs in the U.S.
The following PCR members will be speaking:
The PCR (printclubofrochester.org), founded in 1930, is an organization devoted to preserving and exploring the fine art of traditional & contemporary methods of printmaking & prints. The club has grown into one of the longest continually running print clubs in the U.S.
The following PCR members will be speaking:
Monotype example
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Madeline Corsaro started her artist career as a little girl selling comics to family members for 25¢. She received her BFA from Nazareth University in 2018 and now runs an art studio at The Cheshire Union where she teaches workshops and manages the shop for 100+ Finger Lakes artisans. Madeline creates “Monotypes” which is a form of printmaking much like painting where ink is "painted" onto an uncarved plate and printed to create a one-of-a-kind image. Here are examples of her work.
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Chris Charles is a printmaker, designer, and educator based in Rochester, NY. She began as a painter, earning her BFA from Montserrat College of Art, before transitioning to graphic design. In 2009, she stumbled upon letterpress printing, and by 2010, she founded Moon Rabbit Press. Love for mid-century design deeply influences her creative style, especially when it comes to color and composition. She draws inspiration from what she sees and experiences daily – from the birds at the feeder to vintage objects from her collections – then renders them with bold, colorful shapes and a bit of humor. |
I Really Need To Start Writing These Things Down. Monotype Letterpress Block Print, copyright Chris Charles Moon Rabbit Press
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copyright Elaine Cohen
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Elaine Cohen is a Rochester artist specializing in printmaking and various painting mediums including encaustic, gouache, watercolor, and oil pastel. She enjoys linocut relief, drypoint etching, and monotype printmaking. Elaine studied fine art at Alfred University & Franconia College. She currently works out of a studio in the Refinery, utilizing relief & etching presses. Her current focus is small-scale etchings using tetrapack, showcasing her commitment to sustainability. Elaine's work explores themes of nature combining line & texture with hand coloring. She has exhibited in various local festivals and gallery shows. For more about Elaine and to view her latest work go to @econeheadart |
Next Wednesday Meeting: May 14, 11:00-1:00 pm
This month, the meeting hosted by Irondequoit Library, presented by Betty Zarcone, will be "A Zentangle Workshop."
Zentangle is an "easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves and orbs. These simple shapes are the "Elemental Strokes" in all Zentangle art. These patterns are drawn on small pieces of paper called "tiles"... because you can assemble them into mosaics."
Zentangle is an "easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves and orbs. These simple shapes are the "Elemental Strokes" in all Zentangle art. These patterns are drawn on small pieces of paper called "tiles"... because you can assemble them into mosaics."
Go to Irondequoit Public Library website to register for this event. Registration is limited.
The Irondequoit Public Library is committed to creating inclusive and accessible events. To request a reasonable accommodation or discuss your needs, please contact one of their Inclusion Coordinators or call the library at 585-336-6060.
The Irondequoit Public Library is committed to creating inclusive and accessible events. To request a reasonable accommodation or discuss your needs, please contact one of their Inclusion Coordinators or call the library at 585-336-6060.
2023-2024 Demonstrations
Did you miss any of the interesting demonstrations and presentations in the 2023-2024 season? We recorded many of them so that you can catch up during the summer. Click on any of the pictures below to learn more...
TUESDAY MEETINGS
Nancy Wiley - "Portrait Oil Painting" (image copyright Nancy Wiley) MORE>>
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Gail Johnson - "Pastels" MORE>>
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Noma Bliss - "Collaboration in Acrylic" (image copyright Noma and Jim Bliss) MORE>>
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Victoria Brzustowicz - "Gouache" (image copyright Victoria Brzustowicz) MORE>>
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WEDNESDAY MEETINGS
Karen Pesch - "Bookmaking" (image copyright Karen Pesch) More>>
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Sally Steinwachs - "Use of Watercolor Ground" (image copyright Sally Steinwachs) More>>
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Linda Hanss - "Pysanky Ukrainian Easter Egg Decorating" More>>
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David Pell - "Drawing Faces" (image copyright David Pell) More>>
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What We Do
Speaker Jim Mott
Our main meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 6:30 PM to 9 PM (September to May) at the Irondequoit Public Library, Room # 115, which is located at 1290 Titus Avenue, Rochester, NY 14617 (next to the Irondequoit Town Hall). This location is accessible to all. Following a short business meeting is a demonstration by a professional artist. These presentations are open to the public with no admission fees, and cover a wide range of art forms - painting, sculpture, printmaking, etc. They are fun as well as educational.
We also hold meetings usually on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, from 11:00 to 2:00 PM, also at the Irondequoit Library. IAC member present a wide variety of techniques. Important - If you wish to attend, please click on the link for the Wednesday meeting above, or phone the library ahead of time to register, 585-336-6060.
And most Thursdays, artists meet at Bill Gray's Seabreeze location at 11:15 AM to talk about any or all aspects of art. These informal meetings last about 1 to 1½ hr. It’s a great venue to show art, get feedback, and meet new and prospective members. No food purchase is necessary. All are welcome.
There are 2 major shows each year:
Other activities, designed to encourage members to expand and grow, include workshops, sketch-outs, picnic, and various community exhibits, such as the Art Walk at Irondequoit Town Hall, and shows in the Imaginarium, at I-Square.
Experience the uniqueness for yourself by attending the club’s programs. Whatever your art form, you are certain to enjoy meeting members and learning more about what this fine organization has to offer.
We also hold meetings usually on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, from 11:00 to 2:00 PM, also at the Irondequoit Library. IAC member present a wide variety of techniques. Important - If you wish to attend, please click on the link for the Wednesday meeting above, or phone the library ahead of time to register, 585-336-6060.
And most Thursdays, artists meet at Bill Gray's Seabreeze location at 11:15 AM to talk about any or all aspects of art. These informal meetings last about 1 to 1½ hr. It’s a great venue to show art, get feedback, and meet new and prospective members. No food purchase is necessary. All are welcome.
There are 2 major shows each year:
- A Spring Show & Sale at which awards are presented to members’ works deemed noteworthy by judges who are professional artists. Awards are also given to promising high school art students selected from each of the Irondequoit High Schools.
- A Fall Arts & Crafts Show & Sale where fine art is exhibited, as well as an array of craft items made by members.
Other activities, designed to encourage members to expand and grow, include workshops, sketch-outs, picnic, and various community exhibits, such as the Art Walk at Irondequoit Town Hall, and shows in the Imaginarium, at I-Square.
Experience the uniqueness for yourself by attending the club’s programs. Whatever your art form, you are certain to enjoy meeting members and learning more about what this fine organization has to offer.
Speaker David Braun