Lisa Janice (LJ) Cohen is a potter, poet & novelist, local food enthusiast, fiber artist, and geek. Her pottery, which is often inspired by science fiction & fantasy themes, has been displayed at the art shows of many science fiction and fantasy conventions.
She works with various kinds of stoneware to create primarily functional items for daily use. She has been known to make the occasional small sculpture just for fun.
Lisa works in a home studio at her farm in Gilbertville, MA and glazes/fires her work at Workshop 13's Clayworks division in Ware, MA where she can be inspired by other artists and where she is also the studio's glaze tech. Her pottery is glaze fired to cone 6 (approx 2,200 degrees F).
You can purchase Lisa’s ceramics through http://www.dragonbellyceramics.com, or if you are in the Central MA region, at West Brookfield Art and Frame's gallery (West Brookfield, MA).
Unless otherwise specified, all items are durable and suitable for food use.
Contact Lisa: Lisa@dragonbellyceramics.com
Elisabeth Hyder
23 High St
North Brookfield, MA 01535
508-867-7274
In her barn studio Elisabeth Hyder displays a large variety of her work with traditional paste papers. This historic method of applying pigments to paper and working complex patterns into it becomes, in her hands, lively textures with vibrant colors.
Elisabeth skillfully fashions these papers into many forms – boxes, journals, cards, framed collages that make treasured gifts to others, or oneself!
Elisabeth’s Art can be found year round at
Worcester Art and Frame 10 East Main St West Brookfield MA 508-867-8604
Russell Buzzell
Showing at
25 Tucker Road
North Brookfieldr, MA
508-867-7339
Russ grew up on the Buzzell Farm in North Brookfield, milking cows, and all the other requirements of a working farm, but art was his first love. A close family friend and artist, nurtured his interest and developed his skill as a young child. He went on to study at the Boston School of Practical Art. From there, he worked for the Audubon Society, illustrating their publications, also illustrating books and magazines, including Animals Nobody Loves, Wisconsin Sportsman, and Gray's Sporting Journal. His artwork includes the historical rendition of Wheeler’s Surprise, wildlife, and numerous rural farm scenes, such as Sunday Afternoon on the Buzzell Farm. Russ now works out of his Buck Hill Studio in North Brookfield, where you can view and purchase original art in oils, scratchboard, watercolor, and pen and ink with limited edition numbered prints and greeting cards also available.
Lou Meyerdierks
36 Donnelly Cross Rd
Spencer, MA 01562
508-885-5456
www.piecefulprimitives@gmail.com
Wool applique, rug hooking, needle punch, and counted cross stitch are only a few of the early primitive crafts Lou Meyerdierks likes to create. Using re purposed wool, she hand stitches items such as table runners, penny rugs, and miscellaneous holiday pieces.
Dena Hengst
522 Barre Road
Oakham, MA 01068
774-239-4306
Welcome to My Studio!
Water has long been one of my favorite subjects to paint—its movement, reflection, and emotion draw me in time and again. This deep connection to my subject has led to a body of work that has been shown in galleries in both Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.
When you visit, you’ll discover a wide variety of artwork—original paintings in sizes ranging from mini to large-scale statement pieces, as well as ornaments and note cards. In addition to my water-inspired paintings, I enjoy creating abstract, nonrepresentational work. Because I paint almost every day, there’s always something new to see, and I offer artwork at a range of price points to suit different spaces and budgets.
Back by popular demand, my hand-painted animal ornaments will be available again this year. Each is one-of-a-kind, part of a limited edition, and tends to sell out quickly.
If you’re curious about painting with acrylics, I’m always happy to share some of my favorite techniques, show you my palette, and introduce you to a few products that make working with acrylics both easier and more enjoyable.
Sue Morello
587 Sheldon Rd
Barre, MA 01005
978-355-6832
Sue Morello has created unique baskets for over 30 years. The baskets vary in size and shape and many are hand painted. There is something for everyone at her shop located in her house. Visit and enjoy a basket making demonstration.
125 Bernard Whitney Rd
New Braintree, MA 01531
508-867-6815
Come visit Dave’s studio and peruse his collection of handcrafted, one of a kind spoons, bowls and kitchenware along with a variety of unique interior and exterior furniture. Including tables, Adirondack chairs and much more.
Sylvia Brown
202 Popple Camp Road
Petersham MA 01366
(978) 724-3541
Sylvia Brown presents a collection of contemporary classic handbags. Her formal training is as a musician. Sylvia considers these handbags the scales and arpeggios for more complicated bespoke leather works including garments, belts, bags, briefcases and luggage.
Bonnie Lynn Waterhouse
556 Sheldon Rd
Barre, Ma 01005
978-434-1436
www.etsy.com/shop/DeerRunStudio
Handcrafted bracelets, earrings, rings, necklaces and ornaments. Created from Sterling Silver, copper, brass, fused glass, semiprecious stones and crystals. Come on in to Bonnie’s Studio to see, try on, and perhaps purchase some jewelry.
