JULY EXHIBITS 5 – 27
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JULY 27 , 5 PM – The Rondout: In film & Portraiture: “THE LOST RONDOUT”, Presented by filmmaker, Lynn Woods & Closing reception for Ray Curran’s show.
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Members Gallery: Eclectic work by ASK member artists, with last names K – Z
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Spotlight Gallery: Solo Exhibit by Ray Curran, Kingston, A Portrait in Watercolor
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Front Gallery: STEFAN TUR 3-dimensional collection
SPRING & SUMMER ENROLLMENT!
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GOT2LINDY Swing Classes! Tuesday nights!
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Hudson Valley Improv! JUNE Classes Mondays and Wednesdays! Sign up HERE
Lynn Woods, Filmmaker & Artist: Lynn Woods co-directed and co-produced the documentary film Lost Rondout: A Story of Urban Removal, with Stephen Blauweiss. Completed in 2016, the film has screened in dozens of venues in the Hudson Valley as well as in cities as far north as Saratoga Springs, as far south as New York City and as far west as Reading, Pennsylvania. Stephen and Lynn were awarded a Excellence in Historic Preservation award from Friends of Historic Kingston in 2015 and a Special Citation, Ulster County Executive’s Arts Awards by Arts Mid-Hudson in 2017. Lynn was inspired to make the film after learning most of her Rondout neighborhood had been torn down in an urban renewal project in the 1960s and her subsequent discovery, along with historian Geoffrey Miller, of Gene Dauner’s comprehensive body of photographs of the area.
Solo Exhibition by Ray Curran: This is the last day of the solo exhibition by accomplished watercolor artist, Ray Curran in ASK’s Spotlight Gallery. Known for his luminous technique and evocative scenes, Curran brings his distinct vision to the streets, waterfronts, and architectural gems of Kingston, NY. From the weathered charm of Rondout’s riverfront to the atmospheric streets of Uptown, this vibrant exhibition features approximately 25 watercolor paintings that capture the essence of Kingston. Created over the past several years, Curran’s works vary in scale and reflect a deep connection to place, community, and transformation capturing the spirit and texture of a city rich with history and evolving identity.
“This show is a love letter to Kingston” Curran says. “It’s where past and present collide – in the buildings, the light, and the everyday life I see all around”.
Select works by Artist members
The Arts Society of Kingston (ASK) is proud to present eclectic works by member artists:
Alan McKnight, Aleksandra Scepanovic, Amelia Williams, Augie Wiedemann, Carmela Tal Baron, Carol Pepper-Cooper, Claudia Waruch, Elaine Ralston, Esteban Paredes, Fran Sutherland, Hadass Melamed, James McCann, Jo Mead, Joel Mandelbaum, Ken Wenger, Kseniya Ostrovska, Leslie LeFevre-Stratton, Matthew Zappala, Michael Scherb, Randy Swann, Richard Wade, Stephen Olivier, Steve Sidrane.
Kingston, A Portrait in Watercolor
Solo Exhibition by Ray Curran at the Arts Society of Kingston
About the Artist: Ray Curran brings a rich professional background to his artistic practice, having worked as an environmental planner, urban designer, teacher, and lifelong creative. After intensive study at the Art Students League and Parsons School of Design in New York City, he continued his training under Staats Fasoldt at the Woodstock School of Art. His work has been exhibited in numerous venues and is admired for its movement and emotional resonance.
Curran is also a longtime advocate for the arts in Kingston. A founding member of the Midtown Kingston Arts District, he previously served on ASK’s Board of Directors and remains actively involved as a member of the Building and Grounds Committee.
Kingston, A Portrait in Watercolor invites viewers to see the city through the eyes of an artist committed to both beauty and place-making. ASK’s Spotlight Gallery is located at 97 Broadway in the Rondout District of Kingston. Gallery hours are Thursday – Sunday 12-5pm.
The Arts Society of Kingston (ASK) is proud to present a solo exhibition by Stefan Tur, on view in the Front Gallery from July 5 through July 27, 2025.
Stefan Tur has been creating art for over sixty years—first in France, where he was born, and later in the United States, where he cultivated his artistic identity. His early work encompassed drawing, painting, and sculpture, eventually expanding into photography, 2D illustration, and, more recently, three-dimensional works.
From the beginning, Tur was captivated by the use of tools and physical materials. With hammers, chisels, and saws, he began crafting simple compositions. His evolving philosophy—rooted in an appreciation for the expressive potential of tools—has given rise to a diverse and ever-expanding body of work. Over time, he has amassed an extensive collection of steel, plastics, and other materials for creative exploration and construction.
Today, Tur views art-making as a collaborative endeavor—an exchange of ideas and visions with fellow artists and a dialogue with galleries that recognize and support the integrity of his work. The Arts Society of Kingston has become an integral part of Tur’s practice, sharing in the visual conversation that underpins his process. Each exhibition becomes a moment of collective play in the field of art.
ASK is honored to present Tur’s work this July—a compelling collection of three-dimensional sculptures that showcase his masterful use of mixed materials, inventive form, and dynamic composition.
Opening Reception:
Saturday, July 5, 3–5 PM
Gallery Hours:
Thursday–Saturday, 12–5 PM
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2025 Member Shows – Themes and Dates
Submission Guidelines
- Artwork will be exhibited in Members Gallery.
- Artist must be a current member of ASK.
- *Two small/medium works or one large work (Size limit 60″ wide).
- Artists will submit 1 jpg/png/mp3/mov file per work.
- Artists must have means to transport the work to/from ASK.
- Artists receive 70% of sales during the run of the exhibition. ASK retains 30% of sales. All work must be for sale.
- All artworks will be exhibited as entered in form. This includes the Artist Name, Artwork, Title, Date, Medium, Dimensions, and Price. No changes and/or substitutions will be permitted. Please check your details carefully.
- Work must not have been exhibited at ASK within 1 year.
- Must be relevant to the theme.
- Label affixed on back with Phone, Address, Email, Name of work, Price.
- Provide 2nd Label with same info.
- Each work must have proper wire.
- All exhibitors must schedule 1 date to gallery sit.
*To prevent overcrowding, ASK may limit members to 1 work, if needed. Calendar themes are subject to change. Please check often.
| Month | Theme | SUBMISSION DEADLINE | Intake Dates | Exhibition Dates | Pickup Dates |
| June | Big Bold Pride:
OPEN CALL – JURIED SHOW |
Saturday, 5/12 | 6/3: 2 – 8 PM | 6/7 – 6/29 | 7/1: 5 – 9 PM
7/2: 1 – 5 PM |
| July | Members with last names: K – Z: all mediums, all sizes up to 60”. | Saturday, 6/7 – 6/14 Midnight | 7/1: 5 – 9 PM
7/2: 1 – 5 PM |
7/5 – 7/27 | 7/29: 5 – 9 PM
7/30: 1 – 5 PM |
| August | Members with last names: A – J: all mediums, all sizes up to 60”. | Saturday, 7/8 – 7/19 Midnight | 7/29: 5 – 9 PM
7/30: 1 – 5 PM |
8/2 – 8/31 | 9/2: 5 – 9 PM
9/3: 1 – 5 PM |
| September | Big Works: at least 60” – limited space, submission process will close once enough work is received to fill the gallery. Please apply early. | Saturday, 8/9 – 8/16 Midnight | 9/2: 5 – 9 PM
9/3: 1 – 5 PM |
9/6 – 9/28 | 9/30: 5 – 9 PM
10/1: 1 – 5 PM |
| October | Circles & Harvest: artwork in all media that explores themes of life’s cyclical nature; the interplay between beginnings and endings, the abundance and the impermanence of existence. | Saturday, 8/31 – 9/13 Midnight | 9/30: 5 – 9 PM
10/1: 1 – 5 PM |
10/4 – 10/26 | 10/28: 5 – 9 PM
10/29: 1 – 5 PM |
| November | Textiles:
OPEN CALL CURATED SHOW |
Saturday, 10/11 – 10/18 Midnight | 10/28: 5 – 9 PM
10/29: 1 – 5 PM |
11/1 – 11/30 | 12/2: 5 – 9 PM
12/3: 1 – 5 PM |
| December | Scenes From Life: all mediums, sizes up to 60”. | Saturday, 11/15 | 12/2: 5 – 9 PM
12/3: 1 – 5 PM |
12/6 – 12/28 | 12/29: 5 – 9 PM
12/30: 1 – 5 PM |