The holiday season whirled by and now it's a new year, with new creative directions to explore and savor. Here's what I'm doing right now, in brief:

January through April: Solo Exhibition "Hudson Valley Soul" - images of the Valley with a focus on winter, though not exclusively; some are on display for the first time. At the offices of HVNN (Hudson Valley News Network, an internet-based news company and a great source for regional news) at the Dutchess County Airport. Open business hours. Sponsored by Arts Mid-Hudson, the best source for art information and events and artist networking in Dutchess, Ulster and Orange counties.

Address: HVNN, 263 New Hackensack Rd Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

January 23 to February 28: "New Day Dawning" - members show at Artists' Collective of Hyde Park. New framed images of mine, as well as works by over 25 other excellent artists in many artistic media, are represented in this show. The Opening Reception is January 23, 5:30-8:30 pm. Ample refreshments are always available at ACHP's openings; this non-profit community-oriented arts organization is open year-round with workshops, art shows and musical events.

Address: Artists' Collective of Hyde Park, 4338 Albany Post Rd, Hyde Park, NY 12538