Fine Arts

Rochester is lucky to have such a rich art scene. We have master sculptors, painters, weavers, wood workers, photographers and printmakers just to name a few. One of these masters is Laura Wilder. Laura is a Roycroft Master Artisan and her work shows it. Take a look.

The series of short films, Woodlanders, highlights artisans who thrive on nature. Hudson Valley based filmmaker, Costa Boutsikaris, came to Rochester to feature local furniture makers David and Chara Dow. His short film takes us on a journey into the life and work of these local artisans. Aired 4/7/17.

Jewelry is arguably one of the most personal forms of art. Adorning oneself can communicate personality, style, and even philosophy about the world. Local jewelry maker, Marisa Krol, uses her craft to convey emotion and her perspective. Take a look. Aired 4/21/17

Local artist, Richard Harvey, has spent years exploring the potential of the human face. Through sculpture, painting, encaustic and digital, Richard has filled his studio, and his hard drive, with face after face after face. Take a look. Aired 8/25/17.

Whether it's First Friday at the Hungerford building or a sunny morning in the Grand Teton mountains, Victoria Connors is eager to describe her process to first-time viewers. Rather than using brushes or paint to depict vast landscapes, she uses needles and wool. Here's a closer look. Aired 2/9/18

Meet Miguel Cardona, a Rochester based artist who has gained notoriety for working on an unusual medium, coffee cups. Take a look. Aired 1/19/18

Nothing says holiday season like an artfully crafted gingerbread house. We recently popped into the George Eastman Museum to see the extensive display of sweet creations. Aired 12/29/17.

Local artist, Connie Ehindero, has been painting for years, but when she discovered encaustic she really fell in love. Painting with wax adds depth and texture. Just take a look at how Connie interacts with the surface of her artwork. Aired 12/22/17.

You'd be wrong if you thought macrame was more craft than fine art. Just look at the detail and creativity that goes into one of Hitch + Cord's decorative wall hangings!

Perched above the Public Market is an art studio dedicated to inspiring the youngest among us. Whether it's a Saturday morning market day or one of their weekday classes, Small Fry Art Studio is teeming with joy as kids as young as eighteen months paint and draw and explore their creativity.