I've never heard of Edwin Douglas, and the magic of Google isn't offering much insight either. Perhaps you recollect a painter by the name of Edwin Douglas setting up an easel in/near Beggs Park some time around 1969? Or perhaps the mysterious painter never set foot in our … [Read more...] about Lake Champlain from Beggs Park by Edwin Douglas
Essex People: Profiles of Essex, New York People
The following posts and profiles feature past and present Essex people including Essex, NY historic figures across two centuries. We hope that you enjoy reading about the individuals who shape the unique heritage of our community, and we welcome your recommendations for future profiles. If you would like to suggest (or submit) a profile to be featured on the Essex on Lake Champlain community blog please contact our People Editor, Olive Alexander. Thank you.
Artist Edward Cornell and The Art Farm
Edward Cornell is a local artist who is known for his oil paintings and perhaps even more so for his monumental sculptures at The Art Farm. He creates his works at Crooked Brook Studios located between Wadhams and Whallonsburg, NY. Crooked Brook Studios was first known as an art … [Read more...] about Artist Edward Cornell and The Art Farm
Daily Doodle: Kevin Raines Sketches Stuart Brody’s Cabin
I recently had the good fortune of pondering doodles, cartoons and sketches with Wadhams-based painter, Kevin Raines (www.kevinrainesart.com). Kevin is an art professor at Notre Dame of Maryland University in Baltimore, Maryland. He is also a world class artist and avid … [Read more...] about Daily Doodle: Kevin Raines Sketches Stuart Brody’s Cabin
Barbara Irish Smith Shares Memories of Her Childhood in Essex
This picture was taken the day my oldest sister Helen Irish married John MacKenzie on August 30, 1943—so you can see how old this is! I was only seven. From this photo I have many memories to share. First of all, I must say my parents were amazing and complimented one … [Read more...] about Barbara Irish Smith Shares Memories of Her Childhood in Essex
Memorial Service for Pat Parsons
We have received notice that the Essex community is invited to attend a memorial service for Pat Parsons one week from today. The following invitation was shared by Pat Parsons' family. We just want to let you know that we will be having a memorial service for Pat Parsons in … [Read more...] about Memorial Service for Pat Parsons