MA'S HOUSE & STUDIO

Jeremy Dennis', Director of Ma's House and grandson of Ma, photo of VOGH group: Mary B, Suzanne R, Nora H, Nancy B, Woodrin M, Barbara D, Noreen B, Judy H, Claire M,   Suzanne S, Pat H, Susan K, Gloria B. 6/1/23

VOGH ANNUAL MTG

VOGH President, Suzanne S addresses over 49 VOGH members and  several GH Staff at East Hampton Main Beach, lunch was served at the Beach Hut and Outstanding Service award presented.  6/5/23

VOGH ANNUAL MTG

GH Director, Andrea G spoke to our members, who also enjoy Beach Hut view. 6/5/23

VOGH ANNUAL MTG

VOGH Volunteer, Barbara L receives Certificate for Outstanding Service. 6/5/23

 VOGH ANNUAL MTG

VOGH Board Members Gloria B and Susan K enjoy a chat  at Main Beach Beach Hut before mtg and lunch. 6/5/23

VOGH ANNUAL MTG

VOGH New Volunteers Mary B, and Ellen G, and AST Co-ordinator Nancy B ready for mtg.  6/5/23

 JOHN HAUBRICH AST

AST Coordinator, Nancy B introduces John Haubrich, small samples of his beautiful work on wall. 6/12/23

JOHN HAUBRICH AST

Artist John Haubrich demonstrates step 1 of his  "accidental" discovery transfer technique-gesso on canvas. 6/12/23

JOHN HAUBRICH AST

Roberta S, Toni S, Terry C, Susannah W, Desiree G, and Judith W in front of John's transfer paintings. 6/12/23

JOHN HAUBRICH AST

John's passion for flowers, he photographs, prints and transfers onto paper. 6/12/23

JOHN HAUBRICH AST

Good friends Roz G, Amy U, Alice L and Ronnie J catch up with a good laugh.  6/1 2/23

JOHN HAUBRICH AST

New Members Ellen G and Iris W enjoy John's artwork, house tour and views.  6/12/23

JOHN HAUBRICH AST

Lorraine P and Stacie S get a close up of the art.  6/12/23

JOHN HAUBRICH AST

Volunteers depart, exhilarated by John's art. 6/12/23

HARRY BENSON PHOTOS

The photo that changed us... Benson's 1962 photo of the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show. Exhibited at Southampton Art Center, SAC, visited by VOGH. 6/20/23

HARRY BENSON PHOTOS

Director of SAC, Christina S, leads a VOGH group through 88 Benson photos, here with her personal favorite: Liza and Halston in Olympic Tower, circa 1960's. 6/20/23

HARRY BENSON PHOTOS

VOGH members, Amy U, Roz G. Arline S and Susan G enjoy a Benson story in the spacious SAC galleries.  6/20/23

HARRY BENSON PHOTOS

VOGH Barbara L, recipient of 2022 Certificate for Outstanding Service, joins the tour.  6/20/23

HARRY BENSON PHOTOS

Volunteer Lorraine P enjoys a Benson photo story from SAC Director, Christina S.  6/20/23

HARRY BENSON PHOTOS

VOGH Marlene B and Gloria B review US President series  from Ike to Biden. 6/20/23

HARRY BENSON PHOTOS

SAC Director, Christina S tells how Benson did a surprise setup with white paper and music for Nancy & Reagan's pre-arrival at State Dinner. 6/20/23

GARDEN AS ART

Tropicals in an East Hampton garden on a warm, rainy overcast day, lovely. 6/24/23

GARDEN AS ART

VOGH Daniel A and Evelyn W check in visitors to Gardens on Georgica Pond. 6/24/23

GARDEN AS ART

GH staffer and treasured friend to VOGH, Joe B at a Georgica garden.  6/24/23

GARDEN AS ART

VOGH Maud S and Nancy B check in visitors to Gardens on Georgica Pond. 6/24/23

GARDEN AS ART

VOGH Laurie A and Steve A check in visitors at Apaquoque garden. 6/24/23

GARDEN AS ART

VOGH President Suzanne S and volunteer Marlene B check in visitors at Egypt Lane Garden. 6/24/23

VOGH BOARD in the sun

Members of VOGH Board: 1st VP & Website Vicki U; Treasurer Gloria B; President Suzanne S; Membership Vicki D; and 2nd VP & Locals Susan K. 6/29/23

IDOLINE DUKE AST

AST Coordinator Nancy B, introduces Idoline Duke to VOGH volunteers. Idoline's studio. 7/10/23

IDOLINE DUKE AST

Artist Idoline lays out the day's tools; fat brushes, tube and liquid pigment for the most saturated color. 7/10/23

IDOLINE DUKE AST

Volunteer Arline S  admires yellows-oranges of artist Idoline's large flower, on table. 7/10/23

IDOLINE DUKE AST

Volunteers Noreen B, Barbara L, Nadine G, and Mindy C marvel at artist Idoline's large tapestry-like work.  7/10/23

IDOLINE DUKE AST

On the wall behind the  volunteers is artist Idoline's Tree of Life, incorporating symbolism from spiritual and mythological sources. 7/10/23

IDOLINE DUKE AST

Volunteers Nancy L, Laurie A and Suzanne R relax and enjoy artist Isoline's living room art and memorabilia. 7/10/23

IDOLINE DUKE AST

Besides painting, she collects. 7/10/23

IDOLINE DUKE AST

Besides painting, she sculpts. 7/10/23

LONGHOUSE Private Rooms

Ed Director, Esperanza led tour of Jack Lenor Larson's private rooms.  Here in living room at Longhouse.  7/13/23

LONGHOUSE Private Rooms 

More Volunteers listen to Esperanza, Sue Ka, Nadine G, Daniel A  (back view) and Nancy B. 7/13/23

LONGHOUSE Private Rooms

Jack was famous for his hats, here just a few from his extensive collection. 7/13/23

LONGHOUSE Gardens

16 acres of gardens, this rock and succulent garden is seen from inside house. 7/13/23 

GH CLOTHESLINE ART SALE

Days before the sale, an artist submits her work to volunteers Susan G and Ursula T.  7/22/23

GH CLOTHESLINE  ART SALE

Big early morning crowds were able to check out the nearly 700 submitted pieces. 7/22/23

GH CLOTHESLINE ART SALE

GH Dir of Special Events and Corp Affairs, Kendra K, the supreme organizer of sale, takes time to access sale and share a smile. 7/22/23 

GH CLOTHESLINE ART SALE

GH Staffer Charlotte  and VOGH  volunteer Dale G write up one of the day's many art sales. Staying cool under tent.  7/22/23

GH CLOTHESLINE ART SALE

"Multi-faceted," wooden box, collage. 7/22/23

GH CLOTHESLINE ART SALE

Sold art leaves empty fence for Ivy B to fill. 7/22/23

DENISE GALE AST

Artist Denise Gale welcomed VOGH volunteers into her expansive studio to talk about her dynamic, bold, large and larger canvas works. 7/24/23

DENISE GALE AST

Volunteers Lorraine P, Nancy L, front: Toni S, Susan K, Suzanne S, Suzanne R, and Elisia S stand in front of Denise's work.  7/24/23

DENISE GALE AST

Denise works even bigger with her diptych. 7/24/23

DENISE GALE AST

Denise is prolific with over 200 sketch-size works.7/24/23

DENISE GALE AST

Volunteers Robin H and Vicki D dressed to match the art.  7/24/23

DENISE GALE AST

In Denise's garden, volunteers Pamela A and Laurie A with refreshments.  7/24/23

DENISE GALE AST

Artist Denise and volunteer Elisia S. 7/24/23

DENISE GALE AST

Volunteers and Denise gather for garden photo. 7/24/23

ART HOUSE

Rosalind and Michael created the Art House, including their art studios, lush gardens, grand home and B&B. 8/3/23

ART HOUSE

Michael's studio filled with his 3D printed sculpture, wall art, Rosalind's glass doors. Judy H, guest, and Sara T. 8/3/23

ART HOUSE

In Michael's studio, shelves of Michael's 3D printed pieces ready for final processing. 8/3/23

ART HOUSE

In Rosalind's studio, a painting  of Rosalind's commissioned 6ft x 2ft glasswork to hang poolside. 8/3/23

ART HOUSE

Karen S, Susan K  and Susan E enjoying the stonework garden paths with Art House behind them.  8/3/23

ART HOUSE

Gathered under Michael's large sculpture: Amy U, Susan K, guest, Judy H, Suzanne R, Bobbie K and Nancy L.  8/3/23 

ART HOUSE

In the flower filled garden, Mary B and Jamie W. 8/3/23

ART HOUSE

Scott C and Elaine D found a serene part of garden. 8/3/23

ROSARIO VARELA AST

Artist Rosario's ceramic studio, filled with worktable, 2 kilms, and shelves of art, Nancy B greeting volunteers.  8/14/23

ROSARIO VARELA AST

Artist Rosario's painting studio (comfortable with sofa, work space) Rosario, VOGH Mindy C, and friend Amy. 8/14/23

ROSARIO VARELA AST

Rosario recounts her artistic life's journey, sharing her many artistic passions.8/14/23  

ROSARIO VARELA AST

Rosario's most recent passion: ropes, rings and combinations. 8/14/23

ROSARIO VARELA AST

In studio, Rosario speaks to an attentive VOGH group. 8/14/23

ROSARIO VARELA AST

In studio, Iris W, Tina P, and Lorraine P enjoy cookies after talk.  8/14/23

ROSARIO VARELA AST

VOGH Roberta S arrives via the long driveway. 8/14/23

ROSARIO VARELA AST

VOGH Lynn S leaves with a Rosario original. 8/14/23

PAUL GOLDBERGER TALK

First event in the new Furman Garden, 100+ seats for talks, theater, dance.  8/24/23

PAUL GOLDBERGER TALK

VOGH Iris W greets speaker Paul Goldberger (back) to the Furman Garden.  8/24/23

PAUL GOLDBERGER TALK

VOGH Arline S greets and directs guests to Furman garden. 8/24/23

PAUL GOLDBERGER TALK

Before the talk, VOGH Barbara L serves a coffee at GH Coffee Bar. 8/24/23

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY

Over 60 volunteers came to celebrate our 50th Anniversary.  8/28/23

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY

Volunteer Lorraine P and VOGH President Suzanne S enjoy the party.  8/28/23

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY 

VOGH Keith and Amy L share hi-top with Laurie and Steve A.  8/28/23

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY 

Volunteers Bert G and Pamela A found a bench to enjoy lunch.  8/28/23

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY 

Volunteers enjoy catching up with friends before sitting.  8/28/23

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY

VOGH Toni S, Daniel A, Susan C, Marlene B and Dorothy G. 8/28/23

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY

Volunteers Ursula T, Barbara D, Rita W, and Susan G.  8/28/23

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY 

Volunteers Julia K, Nora H, Francine G and Woodrin M. 8/28/23 

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY

VOGH Treasurer Gloria B, VOGH 2nd VP/Locals Susan K, and volunteer Mindy 8/28/23 

VOGH 50th ANNIVERSARY

VOGH Dale G, Susannah W, and Lorraine P have big smiles. 8/28/23

SAC: CHANGE AGENTS

VOGH Pres Suzanne S introduces members to Christina, SAC Dir. 9/12/23

SAC: CHANGE AGENTS

Christina explains the genius of exhibit: Women Collectors Shaping the Art World 9/12/23

SAC: CHANGE AGENTS

Volunteer Nancy L eyes found  objects forming "Blue Woman" 9/12/23

SAC: CHANGE AGENTS

VOGH Pamela A and VOGH VP Susan K take a close up. 9/12/23

SAC: CHANGE AGENTS

"Irreparable Repair,"mirror cracked and stitched back up, reflects the group. 9/12/23

SAC: CHANGE AGENTS

All materials found and procured at the local dollar store. 9/12/23

PARRISH:JAMES BROOKS

Portion of Brooks' 1930's mural shown as seen in La Guardia Marine Museum. 9/21

PARRISH:JAMES BROOKS

FOGH AST Co-ordinator Nancy B points out portion used for exhibit. 9/21/23

PARRISH:JAMES BROOKS

FOGH Tucker R looks at early Brooks work, before he evolved to abstract. 9/21/23

PARRISH:JAMES BROOKS

FOGH Lynn Z and Susan E admire Brooks work from the 1970's, big and bold.  9/21/23

PARRISH:JAMES BROOKS

Something catches eye of FOGH Susan E, Woodrin M, Tucker R and Patti G. 9/21/23

PARRISH:JAMES BROOKS

FOGH Burt G and Elaine D in gallery of Brooks later works. 9/21/23 

PARRISH:JAMES BROOKS

VOGH group gathers in Parrish beautiful hall galleries. 9/21/23

THE RANCH

Inside East Barn, an active horse stable, serves a cattle ranch since 1800's. 10/5/23

THE RANCH

Outside the West Barn, exhibition space, Burt fills in 60-80's back story. 10/5/23

THE RANCH

Outside The Ranch at the Dock art space, Glenda, Joan and Gloria chat. 10/5/23

THE RANCH

Horse paddock and expansive grounds behind Daniel and Laurie. 10/5/23

THE RANCH

Vicki U, Susan K and Gloria B rest on Matt Johnson's marble Large Creamsicle. 10/5/23

ARTIST MEMBER EXHIBIT
Art Dropoff

VOGH Susan L is ready for a busy day, expecting over 300 pieces of art.  10/13-14/23

ARTIST MEMBER EXHIBIT
Art Dropoff

GH staffers Lisa and Steff made a perfect setup for our volunteers to work. 10/13-14

ARTIST MEMBER RECEPTION

More than 400 guests arrived for exhibit. VOGH Frances E helped greet guests. 10/28/23

ARTIST MEMBER RECEPTION

VOGH Pat H helped greet and sign in guests at Guild Hall. 10/28/23

ARTIST MEMBER RECEPTION

Reception held in Minikes Garden.  VOGH Francine G poured wine.  10/28/23

ARTIST MEMBER RECEPTION

Plentiful pastries and fruit were served by VOGH Barbara L. 10/28/23

GH & MAIDSTONE CLUB GOLF TOURNEY

On a blustery and gray day there was no lack of golfers to compete. 10/30/23

GH & MAIDSTONE CLUB GOLF TOURNEY

VOGHers Susan E and Susan K keeping an eye out for a hole in one. 10/30/23

ANDREA INVITES BOARD

Andrea, GH Creative Director, invited VOGH board members to tour GH galleries, theater and workspace. Gloria B, Vicki U, Vicki D and Pat H attended. Suzanne S, Susan K and Joan L were unavailable to attend. 12/16/23 

ADIEU 2023

It was a very good year!
Even without a GH theater we had 9 volunteer event opportunities.  Plus VOGH members were able to enjoy and mingle with other members at 13 LOCALS & AST.  See above photos.

at STUDENT ARTS FESTIVAL

Artist Darlene Chameco and Volunteer Marcia W make art at Bridgehampton School.  4/27-29/22

at GREEN RIVER CEMETERY

Toni S enthralled with Helen Harrison & Hugh King art and local history lesson given to VoGH group.  6/1/22

at VOLUNTEER BARBARA L's GARDEN

Group of Volunteers enjoy Barbara L  refreshments at her garden, delicious cupcakes, chilled wine&water 6/16/22

 at WATERMILL CENTER

Barbara G and Susan K appreciate Robert Wilson's extraordinary archives. 6/23/22

at WOLFFER'S WINE STAND

Susan E, Susan K and Vicki D toast  GH and each other at Annual Meeting.  6/28/22 

more at WOLFFER'S WINE STAND

Gloria B, Suzanne S, Vicki U, Joan L, and Helene G enjoy the Annual Meeting. 6/28/22

at ROSS SCHOOL 

Group of Volunteers tour campus and hear about amazing curriculum. 7/7/22

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Dorothy G and  Beverly S tour state-of-the-art campus with Elise Trucks. 7/7/22

at AMAGANSETT LIFE-SAVING STATION

From backs of Rita W and Nancy B, engaged with Toni Ross' discussion of Alice Hope's "Ghost Net".  7/22/22

more at ALSS

Artist Bastienne Schmidt discusses her work as Jamie W and Nancy L listen.  7/22/22

at ROBERTA'S "STIRRING THE POT"

Rachel H and Joan L with Florence  Fabricant, mozzarella-making at Montauk's Roberta's. 8/7/22

at MARGARET GARRETT'S STUDIO

Noreen B, Elli B, Suzanne S and Elaine D loving view outside Artist Margaret Garrett's house & studio. 8/9/22

more at MARGARET'S EXHIBIT

Judith W studies artist Alan Shields' beaded artistry at exhibit curated by Margaret Garret. 8/9/22

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Suzanne R and Judy H at Margaret's Shelter Island Historical Society exhibit,"Once on this Island" 8/9/22

at MOSS YUGEN 

Volunteers hear about 20 acres of amazing moss and meditative gardens from Vincent. 8/18/22

more at MOSS YUGEN

Susannah W's charming sketch of Moss Yugen garden's visitor cottage. 8/18/22

at ONNA HOUSE

Kristen  docent and Almond artist explain Lisa Perry's vision for Onna House to Mindy C,  Laurie A,  Nancy B, and Doreen B. 8/25/22

more at ONNA HOUSE

Kathleen C and Christine G take in Kristen's description of the all woman ceramic exhibit. 8/25/22

more at ONNA HOUSE

Current exhibit of exquisite ceramics, vessels shown by Kathrine Glenday of South Africa. 8/25/22

more at ONNA HOUSE

Guest artist Almond and Mindy C enjoy refreshments in mid-century kitchen.  8/25/22

at LTV COOK WITH AMY&RACHEL

Sampling Amy&Rachel's cooking, Glenda W, Roz G, Ronnie J and  Nancy L.  9/19/22

at MAIN BEACH GATHERING

VoGH President Susanne S welcomes 30+ volunteers and 9 GH staff to Main Beach Beach Hut mtg. 9/21/22

more at MAIN BEACH

Guild Hall Director, Andrea G thanks volunteers for support and updates on 2023 plans.  9/21/22

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Long time active volunteer Rita W whispers something funny to staffer Jen B.  9/21/22

more at MAIN BEACH

Susan W presents copy of "Guild Hall for All" book to new member Roz G. 9/21/22

more at MAIN BEACH

Volunteers Nora H, Woodrin M and staffer Amy K nibble Beach Hut treats at VoGH annual mtg.  9/21/22

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Susan C, Barbara M, Eliza R, Lynn Z and Susan W give full attention to speaker.  9/21/22

more at MAIN BEACH

Dorothy G settles in while Andrea G plays around and Jeannine D enjoys a laugh. 9/21/22

at SETUP, GH SILENT DANCE PARTY

Mr Field generously lent all ghoulish skeletons, witches and props for the GH Halloween party.  10/21/22

more SETUP SILENT DANCE PARTY

VoGH volunteer Susan G and Staffer Sam Y, granddaughter of Mr Field, bring skeleton to life!   10/21/22

more SETUP, SILENT DANCE PARTY

VoGH volunteer Lynn K adds spooky backdrop spiderwebs for more atmosphere.  10/21/22

more SETUP SILENT DANCE PARTY

VoGH volunteer Vicki U gets down with those witches and vampires and helps stir the cauldron.  10/21/22

at GH SILENT DANCE PARTY

VoGH volunteers Lynn Z, Susan E, Desiree G and friend Liz T distribute headsets for silent dancing.  10/22/22

more at SILENT DANCE PARTY

A full house, each dancing to their own tune, had a great evening. 10/22/22

at ELLEN FRANK STUDIO

Volunteers Vicki D, Barbara M, and Christine G, admiring Ellen Frank's exquisite miniatures. 10/26/22

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Late artist Frank's, 17"x11" miniature illumination "Vermeer" gold leaf on papyrus.  10/26/22 

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Exhibit curator Esperanza L, right, and volunteers Lorraine P, Elaine D, Vicki D and Vicki U listen.  10/26/22

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Frank's husband and composer Steven Dickman, discusses Frank's work. 10/26/22

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Outside studio, volunteers Lorraine P, Glenda W, Susan K, and Vicki D grab opportunity to chat. 10/26/22

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Surely talking "art," volunteer Elaine D, friend Barbara D, and ATS Coordingator Nancy B.  10/26/22

at CARISSA'S STIRRING THE POT

Florence Fabricant with Clarissa and her assistant celebrating Sag Harbor opening.  10/15/22

more at CARISSA'S

Volunteers Vicki D and Lynn K help with promotion and probably a delicious sample of pastry.  10/15/22

IT'S OFFICIAL

Hannah D is GH Liaison to VoGH,  She is so smart, so fun and understands our needs.  10/2022

at HOIE HALL-BEL CANTO ARIAS

Jane S ushers a marvelous concert of arias featuring Michael Spires plus two tenors & one soprano. 11/13/22

BARBARA MCC 1951-2023

Most admired, respected and longest serving VOGH Board member and historian, will be sorely missed. 

VOGH PRES, SUZANNE S

Admires Eric Deaver's work, Palm Springs Art Expo February 2022.

BARBARA L

Gardens, cooks, photographs and generously volunteers, shared her garden in Sum'22.

SUSAN K

Arranges VOGH LOCALS and checks that everything is perfect.

NANCY B and Luca

Selects, introduces and organizes our private Artist Studio Tours. 

Judith W

Draws neighbor and fellow volunteer Nadine G at weekly pingpong game.