Island Voices

How has living and working on Shelter Island shaped what you create, and the way you see and think as an artist?

Chris Sorensen

On the ferry, everything melts away. I breathe, think and become contemplative. As a photographer, I simply let the image tell me what it needs to be.

Lily Hoffman

The light is wondrous, but I’m equally moved by the natural world’s constant motion — the wind and trees. I work in series, exploring the spaces between pieces and always trying to convey movement and play.

Allison Woodward

There is a profound serenity here, almost as though I am stepping back in time and escaping the world’s chaos. I become calmer, more fluid and prolific. Finding supportive artist communities here has created a beautiful synergy.

Diana Malcolmson

Shelter Island gave me the opportunity I needed. I came loving nature, horses and painting — people picked up the idea and ran with it. They offered land and the chance to share my childhood joy with children. It is a joy to live here.