The Rev 250 Art Show celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States as an independent nation. The exhibition invites artists to explore the history, culture, traditions, people, landscapes, ideals, challenges, and achievements that have shaped our nation and communities over the past 250 years, while also reflecting on the future we are creating together.
Artists were encouraged to interpret the theme broadly and creatively, drawing inspiration from national events, local history, personal experiences, and visions for America’s future.
Additional gallery hours: Sun., July 12, 19, and 26, 2-5pm; and Tuesday through Friday, 1-5pm
Closing event: Artist Talk: 3-4pm on Sunday, August 2
Pick up at conclusion of show: August 2, 4-5pm or Wednesday August 5, or Friday August 7, 2-4pm
Featured artwork: “America: Torn-Together” by Marc Anthony Pandolas
This exhibition is supported with a grant from the Revolutionary Putnam County 250 of the Community Foundations of Hudson Valley.
*photos by Melissa Rossow*
Theme show open to everyone! There is no age limit, you do not have to be a member of the Putnam Arts Council, and you do not need any art experience, just let your creativity and imagination fly. We welcome images of animals of every kind – be they pets, farm residents, wild creatures, mythical beings, or even those born from your imagination!! We will accept framed and unframed work.
Work drop-off: Saturday May 9 and Sunday 10, 2-5pm
Opening reception: Saturday, May 16, 2-5pm
Gallery hours: Tuesday through Friday, 1-5pm and Sunday May 17, 24, 2-5pm; or by appointment.
Closing event, Artist Talk: 3-4pm on Sunday, May 31
Pick up of artwork: 4-5pm on Sun. May 31 (after closing event), or Wed. June 3, or Fri. June 5, 4-5pm
View/Download Prospectus + Submission Form
*Photos by Melissa Rossow*
Celebrate the creative achievements of Mahopac’s youth at this year’s District Art Hop! The exhibits will feature original artworks by students in 6th through 12th grade. Additional artworks by students in K through 5th grade will be displayed at the Mahopac Public Library.
Opening reception: Wednesday, April 15, 4-6pm
Additional gallery hours: Wednesday through Friday, 1-5pm and Sundays April 19, 26 and May 3 , 2-5pm; or by appointment.
March 14 – 29, 2026
The opening reception and Sunday’s Artist Talk were well-attended… a smashing success by many indicators! Thanks to all artists and attendees.
Art isn’t just what hangs on the wall. It’s the people, the conversations, and the shared moments. The Putnam Arts Council Members Show is a celebration of the artists who make this community what it is – a place where those threads meet. Art brings people together in ways nothing else can.
Pick-Up of Exhibited Work: Sunday, March 29 at the conclusion of the show (4-5pm) or Wednesday, April 1, 4-5pm or Friday, April 3, 4-5pm
*Photos by Melissa Rossow and Chris Casaburi*
Before the music begins, the album cover speaks. This exhibit features Michael Mendel’s career dedicated to translating sound into image, capturing the spirit, attitude, and identity of musicians through visual design. Spanning decades of work, the exhibition invites viewers to experience album art not as packaging, but as visual storytelling, where an image can resonate even after the last note fades.
Opens Saturday Feb. 21st from 2-5pm with an artist talk at 3pm
Additional gallery hours: 2/22, 2/25, 2/26, 2/27 and 2/28, 2-5pm
Open to public and free of charge
A. Eric Arctander Gallery at the Putnam Arts Council
The Putnam Arts Council is pleased to announce Small Works, a joyful holiday exhibition celebrating creativity on a small scale.
Artists are invited to submit works no larger than 8” x 10”. This open exhibition is a wonderful opportunity for artists to showcase and sell their work just in time for the gift-giving season – and for visitors to find that special something for the holidays. All entries will be accepted and displayed.
IMPORTANT DATES
Work drop-off: Saturday, November 22nd and Sunday, November 23rd, 2-5pm
Opening reception: Saturday, November 29th, 2-5pm
Additional gallery hours: Sunday, November 30, December 7 and December 14; and Wednesdays and Fridays, 1-5pm or by appointment
Closing event: 2-4pm on Sunday, December 14th Saturday, December 20th. Exhibiting artists are invited to share information regarding their process and inspiration for their displayed art. Open to the public. FREE
Pick up at conclusion of show: Due to Snowstorm this event rescheduled to SATURDAY, Dec. 20, 2-4pm. (3-4pm Artist Talk and 4-5pm artwork pick-up) Sunday, December 14th, 4-5pm or Wed. December 17th, or Fri. December 19th, 2-4pm
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A. Eric Arctander Gallery at the Putnam Arts Council
This is a juried entry show that showcases artistic talent across themes, styles and mediums, with awards recognizing creativity and craftsmanship. The event highlights the council’s commitment to showcasing local artists and fostering artistic expression within the community. Art that will be displayed in the exhibit will be selected by our juror, of selection and awards, Kathy Feighery. Not all works will be included in this exhibition.
Artists 18 years and older are invited to submit up to two pieces of original fine art for consideration by the juror; all work(s) must be original fine art, completed within the past three years and not previously exhibited at PAC.
All awards will be presented during the opening reception Saturday, October 25 at 3pm.
Kathy Feighery has been practicing art, specifically painting, for 30 years. She has participated in numerous shows in the United States and Italy as well as art fairs in NY and Miami. Her work is included in various corporate and private collections. She has adjudicated many art competitions, including NYFA grant awards, over the course of her career.
Work drop-off: Saturday, October 18th, and Sunday, October 19th, 2-5pm
Hand Delivery of Work to PAC @ the Belle Levine Art Center, 521 Kennicut Hill Rd., Mahopac, NY, 10541
Opening reception: Saturday, October 25th, 2-5pm
Additional gallery hours: Sunday, October 26th, and November 2nd and 9th, 2-5pm, and Wed., Thu., and Fri., 1-5pm
Closing event: Artist Talk: 3-4pm on Sunday, November 16th
Pick up at conclusion of show: Sunday Nov. 16th, 4-5pm or Wed. Nov. 19th, or Fri. Nov. 21st, 2-4pm
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A. Eric Arctander Gallery at the Putnam Arts Council
This exhibition seeks to explore how color serves as a powerful tool for expressing emotions. We are looking for interpretations that highlight the emotional impact of color through various artistic mediums. Whether through vibrant palettes or subtle hues, your work should articulate the complex interplay between color and emotion, inviting viewers to experience and reflect on their own emotional responses.
Work drop-off: Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th, 2-5pm
Hand Delivery of Work to PAC @ the Belle Levine Art Center, 521 Kennicut Hill Rd., Mahopac, NY, 10541
Opening reception: Saturday, September 13th, 2-5pm
Additional gallery hours: Sunday, September 14, 21 and 28, 2-5pm, and Wed., Thu., and Fri., 1-5pm
Closing event: Artist Talk: 3-4pm on Sunday, September 28th
Pick up at conclusion of show: Sunday Sept. 28th, 4-5pm or Wed. Oct. 1st, or Fri. Oct. 3rd, 2-4pm
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Opening Reception: Saturday, July 19, 2-5pm
This exhibition explores the vibrant intersection of nature and imagination. Artists are encouraged to interpret the theme of floral adventures in innovative and personal ways—ranging from realistic renderings to abstract explorations and conceptual reflections. Works may delve into the symbolism of flowers, their role in human emotion, or their power to inspire artistic discovery.
Floral Adventures 139 pieces of original fine art created by 75 artists from across the region and featuring drawings, paintings, photographs, mixed media, and ceramics.
The Jeanne Demotses Awards of Excellence were selected by Tooraj Pourmand, a professional artist and educator. As juror for awards he selected the following:
Best in Show – a color photo by Ira Leff of New Fairfield, CT
Second – a color photograph by Scarsdale resident Julie van Benthuysen
Third– a mixed media piece by Kelly Edwards of Carmel, NY
Honorable Mention – an oil painting by Lynn Burkett of Carmel, NY
Honorable Mention – a watercolor by Carmel resident Maria Calegari
Honorable Mention – a pastel by Yorktown Heights resident, Cecily Dunham-Harvey
IMPORTANT DATES
Work drop-off: Saturday, July 12th and Sunday, July 13th, 2-5pm
Opening reception: Saturday, July 19th, 2-5pm
Additional gallery hours: Sundays, July 20, 27; and Wed. and Fri., 1-5pm and by appointment.
Closing event: Up Close – an artist talk: 3-4pm on Sunday, August 3rd. Exhibiting artists are invited to share information regarding their process and inspiration for their displayed art. Open to the public. FREE
Pick up at conclusion of show: Sunday August 3rd, 4-5pm or Wed. August 6th, or Fri. August 8th, 2-4pm
View Prospectus + Download Submission Form
The exhibit is sponsored, in part, with public funds from Putnam County and through Corporate sponsorship from Tompkins Bank.
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With more than 50 years of experience in watercolor painting, Tooraj Pourmand, alongside his talented students, will present a collective exhibition of their watercolor works.
Through collaboration and mutual respect as artists, they will highlight their achievements in transcending technical limitations and embracing the essence of their individual artistic styles and passions.
The exhibition will feature a diverse range of themes, including still life, landscapes, and foliage, all unified by a shared commitment to capturing the beauty of light in the natural world.
Opening Reception & Meet the Artists: Saturday, June 28, 2-5pm
Add’l Gallery Hours: Sundays, June 29, July 6, 13, 2-4pm; and Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 1-5pm
Exhibition Continues: thru Sunday, July 13
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An invitational exhibition featuring students taking classes through the Putnam County Youth Bureau. Art will be displayed in the Putnam Arts Council’s A. Eric Arctander Gallery June 13-18, 2025.
Opening reception: Friday, June 13, 4:30-6pm
Additional gallery hours: Saturday, June 14, 2-4pm; and Tuesday, June 17 + Wednesday, June 18, 1-4pm
Photos: Examples of art that will be displayed at Building Bridges, compliments of Naomi Bowen at Putnam County Youth Bureau.
This exhibition seeks to explore the concept of movement in various forms, capturing the dynamic forces that bring life, energy and rhythm to the world around us. From the graceful flow of water to the explosive power of dance and sports, from the mechanics of motion to the emotive storytelling of travel and change—this theme invites a wide range of interpretations across all artistic mediums.
View/Download: Prospectus and Submission Form
Important Dates:
Work drop-off: Saturday, May 10th and Sunday, May 11th, 2-5pm and Wednesday, May 14th, 1-5pm
Opening reception: Saturday, May 17th, 2-5pm
Additional gallery hours: Sundays, May 18, 25, 2-5pm, and June 1, 2-4pm, and Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 1-5pm
Closing event: Artist Talk: 3-4pm on Sunday, June 1st
Pick up at conclusion of show: Sun. June 1st, 4-5pm or Wed. June 4th, or Fri. June 6th, 2-4pm
A dynamic showcase celebrating the creativity and connection between students and teachers at PAC. This exhibition highlights the diverse talent of our community, from emerging talents to seasoned mentors, it captures the vibrant spirit of our art school—where every brushstroke tells a story of inspiration and growth.
Opening reception: Saturday, April 5, 2-5pm
Additional Gallery hours:
Sunday, April 6, 2-4pm
Wednesday, April 9, 2-4pm
Friday, April 11, 2-4pm
Saturday, April 12, 2-4pm
Sunday, April 13, 2-4pm
or by appointment
March 15-30, 2025
Such a well-attended opening weekend! If you missed it come visit us during our additional gallery hours and our closing reception & Artist Talk!
This exhibition celebrates our incredible community of artists, featuring a diverse range of works from both returning favorites and exciting new talents from Putnam County and the surrounding area.
Opening Reception & Meet the Artists: Saturday, March 15, 2-5pm
Additional Gallery Hours: Tuesday thru Friday, 1-4pm, Sundays, March 16, 23, 30, 2-4pm, or by appointment.
Closing Reception: Sunday, March 30, 2-4pm – Artist Talk: 3-4pm
This event offers a second opportunity to meet the exhibiting artists, ask questions, and learn about their process.
As part of the Putnam Arts Council’s Art in Public Places Initiative, we bring interesting and accomplished art created by area artists to everyday places.
Heidi is an established local artist known for exhibiting and teaching throughout the area. As an educator, Heidi teaches techniques in gel plate printing, card-making, and mixed media art. Her work incorporates a mix of recycled and hand-painted materials, transforming them into complex acrylic paintings enriched with added layers of texture, color, and intrigue. Through her art, Heidi aims to immortalize fleeting snippets of personal history, inviting viewers to consider the beauty and significance of the mundane.
Tilly’s Table Restaurant
100 Route 312, Brewster, NY 10509
Heidi’s exhibit will remain on display through March 2025.
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poems and paintings
in the life of a Belgian girl coming to America
February 15 – 23, 2025
Public reception and meet the artist:
Saturday, February 15, 2-5pm
A. Eric Arctander Gallery at the Putnam Arts Council
Additional gallery hours:
Weekdays: Wednesday & Friday 12:30-5:30pm or by appointment and
Weekends 2-5pm:
Sunday, February 16,
Saturday, February 22 & Sunday, February 23
Danielle will be on hand during weekend gallery hours
Saturday, September 21, 2024 – 1-3:30pm
Join us in this artistic and whimsical WORKSHOP. Create your own decorative pointe shoe and magic Sugar Plum fairy wand using ribbons, glitter, jewels, paint, lace, flowers and more. This WORKSHOP is for the child in everyone and is designed for adults and children 10 and up. Italian cookies and beverages will be served.
Come have some fun! and meet Maria Calegari and Bart Cook, of Apollo Arts Initiative Foundation, former principal dancers of the New York City Ballet who spearheaded this event. Admission $50/pp a portion of the proceeds to benefit UNICEF and the remainder supporting the Putnam Arts Council, a 501c3 not-for-profit cultural organization. Advance registration is strongly recommended.
Local dance shop Ms. Dancewear in Mohegan Lake (owned by Susan Stagnari Wylock) has generously donated pointe shoes.
About the visiting principal dancers:
Maria Calegari was a prima ballerina with the New York City Ballet from 1974-1994 where she performed over 50 soloist roles to high acclaim. Since 1997 she has taught the ballets of George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins to ballet companies worldwide. She is listed in Who’s Who of America Women and was honored with the Jerome Robbins Award in 2011 for her contributions to dance.
Bart Cook is a former principal dancer and ballet master of the New York City Ballet (1971-1993) and has been a repetiteur for both the George Balanchine Trust and the Robbins Rights Trust since 1988 traveling worldwide to most major ballet companies. George Balanchine assigned Cook the role of being Assistant Ballet Master to Mr. Robbins in 1980. A post he held until his departure in 1993. For the School of American Ballet Mr. Balanchine urged Cook to begin to choreograph. He produced several ballets for the SAB Educational Outreach programs and for the SAB annual workshop.
Sept. 14, 2024 – Sept. 29, 2024
This unique show celebrates the power of mobile photography and invites artists of all levels to share their creative vision. From breathtaking landscapes to candid moments, the gallery seeks to showcase the diversity and artistry of smartphone photography. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or simply enjoy capturing everyday life, this exhibition is an opportunity to share your work with the community.
“We believe that everyone has a unique perspective to offer,” said Carlos Passi, Head of the Gallery Committee at the Putnam Arts Council. “With smartphones becoming increasingly sophisticated, the possibilities for capturing stunning images are endless. We can’t wait to see what the community brings to this exhibition.”
Hand Delivery of Work: Sat.-Sun, Sept. 7-8, 2-5pm
Opening Reception: Saturday, Sept. 14, 2-5pm
Additional Gallery Hours: Sunday, Sept. 15 & 22, 2-5pm, and Wed, Thurs, Fri 1-5pm
Closing Reception: Sunday, Sept. 29, 2-4pm, Artist Talk: 3-4pm
This closing event offers a second opportunity to meet the artists, ask questions, and learn about their process.
May 18, 2024 – June 2, 2024
Theme show open to everyone! No age limit, you do not have to be a member of the Putnam Arts Council or have any art experience, just let your creativity and imagination fly. We welcome images of animals of every kind – be they pets, farm residents, wild creatures, mythical beings, or even those born from your imagination! Framed and unframed work accepted.
Hand Delivery of Work: Sat.-Sun, May 11-12, 2-5pm
Opening Reception: Saturday, May 18, 2-5pm
Additional Gallery Hours: Tuesday thru Friday, 1-4pm,
Sunday, May 19 & 26, 2-5pm, or by appointment
Closing Reception: Sunday, June 2, 2-4pm, Artist Talk: 3-4pm
This closing event offers a second opportunity to meet the artists, ask questions, and learn about their process.
Building Bridges Pop Up Show: Building Bridges is an art class held by the Putnam County Youth Bureau taught by Naomi Bowen. Students are all given the same tasks, the differences between their pieces made their individuality stand out. Some may have signed up just to have an outlet, but through Building Bridges they developed a better level of self- expression.
Opening Reception: Friday, June 14, 4-6:30pm
Additional Gallery Hours: Saturday, June 15, 2-4pm; Tuesday + Wednesday, June 18 + 19, 1-4pm
March 16-30, 2024
The Putnam Arts Council warmly invites you to our annual members show at the Belle Levine Art Center, 521 Kennicut Hill Road, Mahopac, NY, 10541.
Opening Reception & Meet Artists: Saturday, March 16, 2-5pm (Snow date is Sunday, March 24)
Gallery hours: Tuesday through Friday, 1 to 4pm; Sunday, March 24, 2-5pm; or by appointment.
Closing: Saturday, March 30, 2-4pm
Closing event Artist Talk: Saturday, March 30, 3-4pm
Artwork Pick-up: Saturday, March 30, 4-5pm, or Wednesday, April 3, 2-5pm or Friday, April 5, 2-5pm
One day pottery workshops. Learn to hand build/sculpt in our climate-controlled pottery studio. Students will create one or two projects. $50/$45 PAC members per person per workshop
Pottery POD: a small group offering for families and friends
Saturday, 12:30-3:30pm… March 16, April 20, or May 18, 2024
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Sit & Sip: a Saturday Night Out, includes light refreshments
Saturday, 6-8pm… March 16, April 20, or May 18, 2024
Spring classes in the arts: our offerings include 6 week classes in drawing, painting, pottery, and more offered days, afternoons, after-school, evenings, and weekends – for kids, teens, and adults from beginner to experienced. One day workshops, too.
Click here for a full list of spring classes!
Opening Reception: Saturday, December 9, noon-6pm
Additional gallery hours: Sunday, December 10 through Sunday, December 17, noon-6pm; closed Monday, 12/11
Free admission / PAC members receive a 10% discount on all purchases over $15
Opening Reception: Saturday, December 9, noon-6pm
Additional shopping hours: Sunday, December 10 through Sunday, December 17, noon-6pm; closed Monday, 12/11
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The Putnam Arts Council and the Southeast Museum each commemorate their 60th anniversary this year. In celebration of this significant milestone, we are pleased to partner to showcase the beauty and heritage of Putnam County in collaboration with Putnam County Tourism. Both organizations took this opportunity to not only involve artists but also engage historical institutions in the pursuit of showcasing the enduring allure of Putnam County, both in its contemporary vibrancy and its cherished past.
The artworks in this exhibit all feature outdoor Putnam County scenes.
Artwork will be exhibited in the A. Eric Arctander Gallery at the Putnam Arts Council in Mahopac and at the Southeast Museum in the Village of Brewster.
Southeast Museum
67 Main Street, Brewster, NY
Opening Reception & Ribbon Cutting: Saturday, November 4, 10am-2pm
Additional Gallery Hours: Saturdays, November 11 + 18, 10am-2pm, and Tuesday – Friday 10am-2pm
Closing Event and Historian Talk: Saturday, November 18, 1-2pm
Putnam Arts Council
521 Kennicut Hill Road, Mahopac, NY
Opening Reception & Awards Presentation: Sunday, November 5, 2-5pm
Additional Gallery Hours: Sundays, November 12 + 19, 2-5pm, and Tuesday – Friday 1-4pm
Closing Event and Artist Talk: Sunday, November 19, 4-5pm
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December 2-3, 2023
The Putnam Arts Council is pleased to welcome the Hudson River Potters to a Holiday Pottery Show and Sale in our gallery on December 2 and 3. Find unique one-of-kind handmade pottery – both functional and decorative – to please everyone on your holiday gift list. Potters will be onsite to share information on their pieces, process, and inspiration.
Saturday and Sunday
December 2-3, 11am-4:30pm
PAC invites you to our annual show of original fine art created by artists throughout the region. This is a juried show, awards will be presented at the Opening Reception Saturday, Oct. 7th.
Opening Reception & Awards Presentation: Saturday, October 7, 2-5pm
Additional Gallery Hours: Sundays, October 8, 15 and 22, 2-5pm, and weekdays Tuesday to Friday, 1-5PM
Closing Event: Artist Talk: Sunday, October 22, 4-5pm
Juror of Selections & Awards: Kathy Feighery has been practicing art, specifically painting, for 30 years. She has participated in numerous shows in the United States and Italy as well as art fairs in NY and Miami. Her work is included in various corporate and private collections. She has adjudicated many art competitions, including NYFA grant awards, over the course of her career.
Jeanne Demotses Excellence in Arts Awards: Best in Show $150, Second Place ($100) and Third Place ($75) + 5 Honorable Mentions.
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