At the end of August we sat down with Mary Wade to gather some of her knowledge of Essex, New York's bygone days. We'll be sharing some of her nostalgic memories (and stories about her Essex art!) in the future---so keep an eye out! While we were visiting, we passed Mary one … [Read more...] about Daily Doodle: Ice Fishing on Beggs Point by Mary Wade
Daily Doodle
A Desire to Doodle
I cannot rest, I must draw, however poor the result, and when I have a bad time come over me it is a stronger desire than ever. ~ Beatrix Potter Are you a compulsive doodler? Or is it a rare and fleeting yen to express yourself through a quick doodle in the margin of the book … [Read more...] about A Desire to Doodle
Daily Doodle: Essex Hat with Champy
Happily we had many people stop by and doodle with us at our Essex on Lake Champlain table on Downtown Essex Day 2013! One gentleman who was able to spare the time to doodle was inspired by one of our "Essex on Lake Champlain" hats that we had at the table. He used one as a … [Read more...] about Daily Doodle: Essex Hat with Champy
Essex Heritage
In the latter half of the 19th century Essex commerce stagnated and the population contracted. But this economic and demographic downturn may actually have predicated the bountiful Essex heritage we enjoy today. "The once flourishing spirit of commercial enterprise left in its … [Read more...] about Essex Heritage
Daily Doodle: Corner of Station and Main Street in Essex, NY
This doodle was submitted to us by Lulu and Jeff at our live performance at The Depot Theatre on July 23, 2013. A collaborative doodle is a fascinating idea. I wonder which parts were drawn by which person? This doodle shows us the corner of Station Street as it meets Main … [Read more...] about Daily Doodle: Corner of Station and Main Street in Essex, NY