Art for a Lifetime!

A Long Island Fine Art Group

Founder and President Emeritus: Flo Kemp 

President: Irene Ruddock 2005- 2023 (RIP)

Current Ruling Triumvirate: Renee Caine, Rob Roehrig and Patricia Yantz

Art Exhibition Design: Eleanor Meier, Renee Caine, Flo Kemp and committee.

Photographer: Marlene Weinstein

Social Media: John Mansueto, Paula Pelletier and Marlene Weinstein

History: 

The Setauket Artists was conceived and founded thirty-nine years ago by artist Flo Kemp. It is a group of professional artists who are invited into the group to exhibit each autumn at the Setauket Neighborhood House. For eighteen years, the Setauket Artists were coordinated by Irene Ruddock who kept Flo Kemp's vision, and added a great deal of her own. Unfortunately, Irene passed way in June of 2023.

Drawing artists from all over Long Island, the Setauket Artists delight in painting local scenes that evoke the beauty of the island. The artists wish to create art - modern impressionistic,  realistic, and contemporary work that display their diversity in subject and technique.  All works are collected by our loyal clients who can visualize the paintings enriching and enhancing their homes. This is art that becomes an important part of their lives,  a respite from the fast pace of life, bringing joy and peace every time they are viewed.  It is easy to see why Art for a Lifetime is the Setauket Artists' motto! 

Outreach: 
 We carry out our dedication to our community outreach by donating a portion of our sales to support the beautiful, historic community treasure - the Setauket Neighborhood House. Providing local children with art awards is another of our community goals. Our exhibit at Ann Marie's Farm Stand was a unique opportunity for us to share part of our sales proceeds supporting a much-loved community figure. 

Community Outreach
  Student Art Awards

Lexi Buynach Student Award Winner       

Distnguished Judges:  The Setauket Artists have been honored to have the following prestigious judges for our exhibitions : Antonio Masi, Lucy Taylor, Robert Cendella, Greg Kreutz, Steve Forster,  Bennett Vadnais, Robert Armetta, David Peikon, Tom Mason, Charles Wildbank, Joshua Ruff, Lois Reboli, Gay Gatta and Dino Rinaldi

 
Sponsorship: Our current, very generous sponsor is Steve Baroumis of SBNY RE. We also thank Fred Bryant of the Bryant Funeral Home, who sponsored our organization for nineteen years.