Do you know… …Ann Marie Netti?

Ann Marie Netti is a very talented artist! Whether it’s a close up of a flower in one of her paintings or a pastel drawing of a frog, all her work is extremely realistic!

Ann Marie once shared with me that she gets her inspirations when she can’t sleep, in the dark of night. With low light, she tacks a piece of paper onto her refrigerator and lets the image speak to her. She gets so caught up in the process, she looses all sense of time. Ann Marie is so entrenched in these creations that they become a part of her. The process is so deeply personal, that she has named all of her frogs, crows, etc. They are truly an extension of her vivid vision!

One of Ann Marie’s favorite quotes is from The Dancing Tree, 2009. “Art isn’t just about expression or feeling; it’s about accomplishing and the capability to execute someone else’s vision or a deep feeling from inside. To be able to create a piece of work that is timeless, which integrates someone’s personality and touches the heart of gratitude, I know I did my job well!”

Ann Marie’s original prints begin at $45.00. Paintings start at $200.00. To view some of her beautiful pieces, visit The Art Factory of White Mills.

Do you know…

… Richard Larsen?

Richard Larsen is a multi-talented artist. He is self-taught; working in the genres of still-life, surrealism, modern art, landscapes, and impressionism. He prefers water-oils and acrylics. With no formal training, Richard is a student of such artists as Monet, Dali, Pollock, and other greats. Richard is also a very accomplished pianist!

Featured in many high-end juried shows including; Allied Artists at Gramercy Park, NYC, Salma Gundi Art Club, NYC, Richard has been reviewed by Sotheby’s and the Metropolitan Museum of Contemporary Art.

Richard does not believe in limiting himself as an artist; choosing instead to paint in multiple genres. He views art as a language, believing that the more languages one knows, the more communication that can occur. All of his art is created in his mind, as he wants to be completely unique and individualistic. His ability to successfully switch between genres maintains a uniqueness with each of his paintings, his passion and his dedicated study of former great artists results in paintings that are powerful and masterful!

Original paintings begin at $500.00. To view some of his most prolific works, or sign up for one of his classes – visit The Art Factory of White Mills.

Do you know…

… Cathy Arvonio?

Cathy Arvonio loves to create and re-create a picture or scene into art. “When I put oil paint onto canvas, it is my desire to create this beauty as I see it, which moves me to paint in a realistic way. I always find beauty in everything that I paint. There is beauty all around us and in every one of us and it is my inspiration to see it, feel it, and to paint it!” From that, I take and put it all onto my canvas.”

One of Cathy’s favorite artist’s quotes is, “Art does not reproduce what we see. It makes us see!” -Paul Klee.

Cathy has been oil painting since 2001 with the oil painting group of Palette Pals in Forest City, PA. This group was founded, instructed, and mentored by artist and art teacher, Paul Roginski.

Cathy also creates in other styles including impressionism and abstract. She loves to use a palette knife to produce texture into some of her works. Her art includes; landscapes, seascapes, still life, and abstract. She is always learning and experimenting with other types of painting and different mediums.

Cathy grew up in Northeastern PA. She always loved the arts and was inspired to start pencil sketching at a young age. She eventually moved on to her true love, oil painting! Cathy graduated from Lakeland Junior/Senior High School. Subsequently, she attended and graduated from Brandywine College of Widener University with an A.S. in Legal Administration/Paralegal Studies. She currently lives with her husband Peter in Mayfield, PA. Cathy has two (2) children.

Paintings begin at $175.00. To view some of her beautiful paintings, visit The Art Factory of White Mills.

Do you know…

… Guy D’Alessandro?

Guy D’Alessandro works primarily with acrylics; capturing moments in time! He shows us his view; perception and interpretation of nature and wildlife. Guy finds peace in nature and shares that with his viewers. His paintings are extremely realistic. You feel as if you can touch the fauna. The animals appear alert to your presence. Their eyes follow you! They are really quite beautiful!

Guy learned to improve his techniques while attending college (Keystone College, The School of Visual Arts, and Montclair University). Exhibiting his art since 1997, Guy has been on exhibit in shows and galleries throughout PA, NY, and NJ. He has won many awards, appeared in solo shows, as a featured artist, and in juried shows. Guy D’Alessandro was selected to appear on The Wildflower Music Festival Celebration cover and published in Inform Art Magazine.

Please come in and meet Guy. Listen to his story. View his incredible work on Saturday, January 6th, from 1:00-4:00 pm. He is The Art Factory’s January’s “featured artist”. Guy’s paintings begin at $195.00 and up

Do you know…Do you know…
… Jerry Davis?

Jerry Davis is an extremely multi-talented man. I say this with absolutely no bias; even though we’ve been married for 46 years!

Jerry spent his childhood learning carpentry, how & what makes things work, and not to be afraid of experimenting. Under his Dad’s guidance, Jerry was able to make just about anything from nothing (including his winning coaster derby car!). During his pre-teen years, while under the tutelage of his step-Dad, Jerry added another level; becoming an electrician’s apprentice. Just out of high school, Jerry left Rockland County and headed to NYC in order to attend RCA Institutes to study electronics.

Electronics was a good career choice for him. Jerry understood and mastered transistors, resistors and circuits. Working with his hands was his thing! Not one to take any shortcuts, Jerry built his first computer from scratch instead of buying a ready to use model! He felt it was important to un

Over the years, Jerry owned TV repair facilities. He worked for Panasonic, as their East Coast Service Manager. He was also employed by other electronic companies. Over fifteen years ago, he was ready to fully embrace his passion for creativity and artistry. He uncovered his love of working with colored glass. In a tiny basement, with no windows to garner the light and having to duck or he would hit his head on the pipes hanging from the low ceiling, Jerry started building stained glass windows, candle holders, spinners and sculptures.

Six years ago, we purchased the building that is now home to The Art Factory of White Mills. While Jerry put his glass building on hold, he lovingly rebuilt this 104-year-old factory from the ground up. He will proudly tell you (and he deserves to be proud!) that even though he hasn’t had time to build his sculptures and candleholders – this building has been his “art”. From floating walls to the detail in how the art is hung and the light hitting the art at just the right angle; it has been a true work of art and heart!

After waiting these past number of years, I am eagerly looking forward to Jerry finally feeling ready to take the time to begin building with glass again. I eagerly await the many beautiful designs he has planned. I’m anxious to see them “come to life”! I expect that you too will be delighted to see the finished products. I’m confident that he won’t disappoint! In January or February, I look forward to Jerry offering classes in stained glass making.

Jerry has an original stained glass piece on permanent display at The Museum of American Glass in West Virginia, in Weston, West Virginia. Stained glass pieces begin at $50.00. To view some of his work, visit The Art Factory of White Mills.