The Rise Gallery Presents "Hidden Talents"

Photographers, painters, fiber artists, illustrators, and jewelry designers. What do they all have in common? They are all members of the College's faculty and staff whose work is featured in The Rise Gallery as part of the inaugural Hidden Talents Art Exhibit through March 21. A special Artists Reception will take place on Thursday, March 6, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. The Rise Gallery is located in the SUNY Schenectady Center for the Arts, 13 State Street, across from campus. 

While the College has exhibiting Art Faculty, less is known about the artistic talents that exist amongst our own faculty and staff colleagues across the campus community. There are artists and makers of every kind in just about every department on campus!

"Many people strive to express their aspirations, dreams, observations, and innermost thoughts through the creative arts, whether or not it becomes their career," said Stephen J. Tyson, Art Gallery Director/Curator and Fine Arts Faculty Member. "And it is that deep striving that makes each of us, as artists, a piece of humanity that connects us all. Each work of art in the exhibit is a hidden treasure, and it is our hope that as you explore the essence of each gem in this exhibit, that you discover deep within your own creative spirit and unique hidden talents!"

Participating Artists:

Brennan Austin Peters (Academic Advisor), Photography

Sarah Boink (Senior Stewardship Officer), Tapestry


Caroline Buff (Librarian), Painting

Eric Fluty (Associate Vice President of Campus Safety/Peace Officer), Illustration

Lawrence L. Hazel-Mullen (Adjunct Faculty Member, Liberal Arts), Photography  

Dr. Laurie L. Lacey (Professor, Math, Science, Technology and Health), Painting

Alyson Montione (Adjunct Faculty Member, Liberal Arts), Painting


Stephen Piorkowski (Educational Aide), Painting 

Rosa E. Rivera (Adjunct Faculty Member, Liberal Arts), Illustration

Dr. Sine Rofofsky (Reference Librarian), Fiber Art

 Chantie Rony (Adjunct Faculty Member, Liberal Arts), Painting


 Dr. Hope Sasway (Dean, Math, Science, Technology and Health), Illustration

 Todd Schworm (College Store Manager), Photography

Tanya Scime (Director of Human Resources), Mixed Media/Painting 


Stephen J. Tyson (Director and Curator of The Rise Gallery/Adjunct Faculty Member, Liberal Arts), Painter/Illustrator/Photographer

Sarah Wilson-Sparrow, Vice President of Workforce Development and Community Education, Wood & Sparrow Custom Jewelry Design

Tom Yawn (Utility Worker), Illustration

Gallery Hours:

Mondays and Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

and

Saturdays, 12:30-4:30 p.m.