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
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.
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
Melissa Maki Welcomes Fellow Acupuncturist Dr. Cheryl Wong to Essex
Allow me to offer a warm welcome to Acupuncturist Dr. Cheryl Wong of Lake Champlain Yoga & Wellness in Essex, NY. I recently had the pleasure of meeting Cheryl at the Pink Pig Café in Essex for a cup of coffee. I immediately sensed her intellect, kindness, compassion, passion … [Read more...] about Melissa Maki Welcomes Fellow Acupuncturist Dr. Cheryl Wong to Essex