Members of Shelter Rock appreciate and support the arts. A different public exhibit is displayed in the Shelter Rock Art Gallery every month.
The Art Committee
Some exhibits are collections are of an individual artist’s works, and some are collections of multiple artists based upon a theme. Some artists are members of the congregation, and some are artists referred to the Art Committee for consideration. All exhibits are intended to foster artistic appreciation and to support local artists.
The Art Gallery is a “mixed-use space.” Please call 516.472.2933 for best viewing hours. Thank you.
"Urban Gateway" by Robert Mielenhausen
Exhibit on display: Saturday, March 22–Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Meet the Artist Reception: Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Robert Mielenhausen's solo exhibit "Urban Gateway" embodies a series of work depicting architecture, windows, and street life of New York City. The artist paints brilliantly, utilizing infused color of light and shadow, creating moods and emotions of the urban landscape.
Please join Robert on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM in the Shelter Rock Art Gallery for an opportunity to speak with him.
"The Language of Color" by Lynne Meneses
On exhibit, Saturday, February 15 through Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Meet the Artist Reception, Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Lynne Meneses was born in Beijing and had a passion for art from an early age. She learned fundamental drawing and oil painting skills in a private school. In 1983, she came to the United States, attended the Art School of New York City College, and studied Modern Art with an established artist, Professor Madeleine Gekiere (1919-2014). She graduated with an MFA in 1986. Her work has been shown in multiple New York Long Island galleries and major international networks.
Please join Laurie on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at 1:00 PM in the Shelter Rock Art Gallery for an opportunity to speak with her.
"Epiphanies" Watercolor Paintings by Douglas Florian
Exhibiton display Sunday, January 12 through Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at the UUCSR Art Gallery
Reception: Sunday, January 12 1–3 PM
All are welcome!
"Transfigurations: Still Life Photography" by Allan Markman
Exhibit on display December 6, 2024–January 7, 2025
Reception: Sunday, December 15 1–3 PM
All are welcome!
"Colorful Inspirations" by Rosanne Kaloustian, Carol Bruder, Young Chi, and Nancy Wernersbach
Exhibit on display October 27–December 4, 2024.
Reception: Sunday, October 27, 2024 | 1–3 PM
All are welcome!
"A Retrospective," by Barbara E. Fishman
Barbara E. Fishman's exhibit is on display July 14–August 13, 2024
Reception: Sunday, July 14, 2024 | 1–3 PM
All are welcome!
"Inspired by Nature," by Adriena Masi
Adriena Masi's exhibit is on display June 1-July 10, 2024.
Reception: Sunday, June 23 | 1–3 pm
All are welcome.
A conversation with Laurie Nobel Everitt about her exhibit, "Retrospective."
On exhibit, Thursday, March 7 through Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Meet the Artist Reception, Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Laurie Nobel Everitt started drawing as soon as she was old enough to hold a pencil or crayon; Laurie sang as she worked, inadvertently teaching herself to draw. Most recently, Laurie has been working on grids in mixed media, juxtaposing them with more organic iconography. They tend to be intimate and very personal.
Please join Laurie on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at 1:00 PM in the Shelter Rock Art Gallery for an opportunity to speak with her.
Everything Is a Story, by Marc Josloff
Art Exhibition through February 4, 2024
Marc’s paintings and photographs have been exhibited in galleries throughout the metropolitan New York area. His work has been included in private and public collections. “Boy on a Scooter” was purchased by the Art Students League of New York for their prestigious permanent collection and exhibited alongside such luminaries as Georgia O’Keefe, Norman Rockwell, and William Merritt Chase. In 2004, Marc was identified by Watercolor Magic magazine as one of “11 Artists to Watch.”
In addition to his paintings, Marc’s photographs have been decorated with numerous awards including an international award in Canada’s PhotoLife magazine.
Marc is frequently called upon to give painting and photography workshops, demos, and presentations and to serve as a judge for regional exhibitions. Currently, Marc is teaching weekly classes at The Art Guild in Manhasset.
Autumn Offerings--Paintings
Demetrius Manouselis was born in Crete, Greece and moved to New York during the 1970’s with a dream to study and create art. Demetrius has a Bachelor of Design degree and is a licensed architect, graduating from Pratt Institute in 1981. Manouselis’ work has a musical sensibility through the rhythms of color and line that area at once in a visual harmony as well as in discord.
Demetrius’ work will be exhibited in the Shelter Rock Art Gallery through November 14, 2023, with an opening reception 1-3 pm, Sunday October 15, 2023.
Video courtesy of Paul Kopelow, Chair, Art Committee
Images in Color, an exhibit by artists Cynthia Pascal and Steven Vando, through June 27, 2023
Originally from New York City, Steven began painting, drawing and creating art at a young age. His art education, though mainly self-taught through life experiences and observation, included studying at Pratt Institute and the School of Visual Arts. His adult career has led him through many different creative and business endeavors, while always thinking of returning to his artistic roots. In 2016, Steven began painting, creating and selling his latest original watercolors.
"My current work in watercolor is a blend of impressionism and lyrical abstract painting. I enjoy working with shape, texture, line and color, experimenting with spontaneous and controlled interactions of paint and water producing compositions that are fluid and vibrant. I enhance my imagery by lifting paint or layering colors to create texture and depth. My art is strongly influenced and representative of nature, water, florals, trees and leaves."
Thanks to Katy Schall, courtesy of Paul Kopelow
We are pleased to honor Katy for her amazing talent and steadfast commitment to beauty in our lives! Thank you, Katy!
Primary Colors: Drawings and Paintings of Nathaniel LaNasa
On Exhibit: March 18–April 18, 2023