Organic Matter: An exhibition showcasing six artists moved by the natural world around us
PLATTSBURGH, NY – May 12 2026 – The Strand Center for the Arts is excited to host “Organic Matter. ” Organic Matter will be a group exhibition curated by Gallery Manager & Associate Curator, Elsa Koop-Angelicola. This exhibition will showcase the artwork of six artists to display the raw beauty of abstract elements as well as the skill of traditional arts to move and present as something far greater than what the eye initially sees. With how quickly technology is advancing, it has begun to cast a looming shadow over the traditional arts and this exhibition also means to make a statement on the power of traditional art and the skills of the artists.The artists that will be featured in this exhibition are Ali Della Bitta, Susan Granfors, Sienna Martz, Peter Russom, Dennis Smyth, and Caro Worley.
“As human beings, we are innately organic and connected to nature, the earth, and everything in between. Everything in this sense can be considered organic, alive, and a part of the human experience. It is certainly not uncommon for artists to take these organic elements that are found in nature and everyday life, including in our own lives, and turn it into something spectacular. As organic beings, it almost seems innate for humans to be enamored and inspired by the organic parts of nature and life around us, and this can be said for the artwork that will be presented in this exhibition.
Elsa Koop-Angelicola, Gallery Manager & Associate Curator
Strand Center for the Arts Gallery Hours:
Open 1 p.m.—8 p.m. Wednesday-Friday
Open 10 a.m. —3 p.m. Saturday
Closed Sunday—Tuesday
Posted: May 13th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Arts and Entertainment, City News, Community Events, Education News, General News, Northern NY News.