Opening Reception: Friday, May 8, 2026, 5 to 7 p.m.

The Brandon Artists Guild is thrilled to announce the arrival of four talented new artists and a sweeping refresh of its member collection. The community is warmly invited to celebrate at an opening reception Friday, May 8 from 5 to 7 p.m., where guests can meet the artists, explore new work throughout the gallery, and experience the creative energy that makes Brandon’s art community so special.

A Gallery Transformation

Twice yearly, the Brandon Artists Guild undertakes a gallery refresh — an anticipated tradition in which member artists rotate in new bodies of work, transforming the gallery from top to bottom. This year’s spring refresh promises an exciting mix of painting, sculpture, mixed media, and more, spanning a broad range of styles and perspectives. Whether you’re a longtime supporter of the Guild or discovering us for the first time, this is a wonderful moment to visit.

The refresh reflects the Guild’s commitment to keeping the gallery a living, evolving space — one that always offers something new to discover, no matter how many times you’ve walked through our doors.

Welcoming Our Four Newest Members

We are delighted to introduce four artists who are joining the Brandon Artists Guild family this year:

Aiden Rose Palmer, a porcelain potter from Williston, brings a fresh and captivating voice to the Guild. Aidan is one of the few potters in Vermont still making her own clay. Her work explores the intersection of color and memory, drawing viewers into intimate, richly layered compositions. We are so glad to welcome Aiden into our community.

Lisa Steckler’s art practice in Rutland spans mixed media and glass. Working with various substances to create mosaic art adds a level of creativity that integrates the old with the new, the expected with the unexpected, and caution with risk-taking. We look forward to sharing her work with our visitors.

Margaret-Desiree Mug creates work that is bold, thoughtful, and rooted in a deep love of craft. Her latest work is a love letter to Poultney, Vermont. She finds inspiration in every inch of the town and beauty found in the everyday. Her distinctive artistic sensibility is a wonderful addition to the Guild’s diverse and vibrant membership.

Susan Wacker-Donle of Pittsfield creates work that is characterized by its expressive energy and careful attention to detail. She brings a rich background and a genuine passion for art-making that perfectly embodies the spirit of the Brandon Artists Guild. Her fused glass tableware designs are hand-cut kiln-melted glass on glass.

Join Us to Celebrate

The opening reception May 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. is a free, public event and a wonderful opportunity to connect with the artists, meet fellow art lovers, and be among the first to experience the refreshed gallery. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome.