Artworks by Kendra Farstad April 28 - June 23
During the months of April, May, and June when the snow melts and the flowers start to peek out of the ground, Spring Street Gallery is happy to share the work that Kendra Farstad has created during her February creative venture.
“…the majesty of everyday life in rural Upstate New York”
“The beauty of our local landscape provides an endless bounty of opportunities to explore and memories to collect. I am tied to these places. From Easton to the Adirondacks, their stories have become a part of mine, and I am a part of theirs, we are one.”
– Kendra Farstad
Image: Mid-day Meander of ADK’s NY 2023 |
A fine artist and muralist, Farstad had been inspired to work this February through Creative February, an art movement begun by local artist Takeyce Walter. Creative February calls on artists to challenge themselves to develop artwork daily throughout the month of February. These creative endeavors range from drawing, sculpture and jewelry to poetry and performance art. Farstad’s work focuses on the use of oil paints on canvas and panel, taking inspiration from the landscapes that surround her.” |
Farstad says “It is my hope that painting these places and highlighting their incredible beauty will help to encourage others to become stewards of our lands and waterways so that they are protected for future generations of humans, insects, birds, trees and the whole spectrum of species in between that are lucky enough to call this area home.” |
Meet the Artist
A fine artist and muralist, Farstad had been inspired to work this February through Creative February, an art movement begun by local artist Takeyce Walter. Creative February calls on artists to challenge themselves to develop artwork daily throughout the month of February. These creative endeavors range from drawing, sculpture and jewelry to poetry and performance art. Farstad’s work focuses on the use of oil paints on canvas and panel, taking inspiration from the landscapes that surround her.
A portion of the proceeds from the sales of this exhibit will benefit RISE Housing and Support Services, a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges. To learn more about RISE or to donate, please click on the link below.