Rochester

The Rochester Museum and Science Center has mounted a comprehensive exhibition of the work of Leonardo Da Vinci. 'Da Vinci - The Genius' gives us a peek into the mind of an inherently curious man. A man who worked to further his understanding of the world around him and who built the foundations of much of what we know today. From civil and military engineering, to anatomy and, yes, art. The world famous Mona Lisa painting has a special place in this exhibit and we had the opportunity to sit down with Mona Lisa expert, Pascal Cotte, to learn some of the secrets of the painting.

If you've ever wandered the Anderson Alley Arts building, you've probably seen or met Lynne Feldman. Lynne is a staple of the building and of the Rochester art community. Her style of painting is unique. She gives texture through the use of colorful fabrics and draws the viewer in. Let's sit down with her to hear about her techniques and her vision. Aired 4/3/15.

Have you ever looked at a t-shirt and thought, what a cool design! Or maybe you've seen a piece of artwork and thought, 'I want that on a t-shirt, I'd wear that!' Wearable art can be high fashion, and for artists, clothing can be a great medium for their work. There are several artists in Rochester who screen print shirts and other kinds of clothing. Some Rochester-based designers have their own particular process and vision. We talked to the people at Tiny Fish. Aired 3/27/15.

You know those moments when you first see something you've never quite seen before? The feelings of excitement, curiosity and, quite honestly, bewilderment take over. Well, if you haven't seen the ceramic work of Wayne Higby before, get ready, this is the sort of work that expands horizons and makes you question what's possible in the world of ceramics. Aired 3/20/15.

It's a timeless tradition, eating your popcorn and enjoying a cinematic experience. But have you ever looked back over your shoulder to see that beam of light coming from a tiny hole in the wall? Do you ever thing, who's up there? Well, let's meet one of those mysterious projectionists. Aired 3/6/15.

This segment was produced by Ben Gonyo of Fish & Crown Creative.

Rob Rogalski is a local artist whose whimsical art enraptures those who visit his studio in the Hungerford Building. His miniature movie sets, his puppets and his sculptures transport you to a fantasy world that seems so real. We met up with Rob in his studio to take a look at some of his work, check it out! Aired 3/6/15.

Kurt Feuerherm is an established artist. His art is part of the permanent collections at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City as well as right here at the Memorial Art Gallery. This painter, sculptor and educator is based in Rochester and has spent much of his career imparting knowledge, technique and inspiration to countless students. 

This video was produced by Ben Gonyo of Fish & Crown Creative as part of the annual Makers and Mentors exhibit at the Rochester Contemporary Arts Center. Aired 2/27/15.

Lets take a look at jewelry as art. Tonight we meet Brittany. She's a local jewelry maker who has dedicated herself to making her jewelry personal, meaningful and unique. Her various styles of jewelry are all rooted in having a deep meaning for the wearer. Lets take a look. Aired 2/27/15. 

After more than 30 years in Europe, Steve Carpenter now calls Rochester home. His career has taken him across the globe. His patrons have included European royalty and his work has been shown on nearly every continent. Carpenter is well known in Rochester, and his Village Gate mural recently earned him even more attention. Let's sit down with him and learn more.

From 'visual feast' to 'visual shorthand.' That's how Rochester artist Robert Marx refers to his own style.  Marx draws, paints and sculpts, depicting every day life and the struggles of the human condition through an often abstract style. His work is displayed in some of the best art museums in the country. Let's sit down with him for a moment and take a peek inside his process. Produced by Ben Gonyo, Fish & Crown Creative. Aired 2/20/15.