Joseph Barbaccia (American, born Philadelphia, PA, 1952) studied at Tyler School of Fine Art in Philadelphia. Barbaccia spent the following 8 years (1976- 84) traveling through the United States and South Pacific, concentrating on drawing and painting in a mostly representational style.
Barbaccia had always worked in a large studio, but in 2018 he and his wife (also an artist) moved to Georgetown, Delaware, where his workspace was smaller. Realizing “I would have to change my materials and methods to accommodate the new reality,” he landed on polymer clay as “the perfect choice.”
As well as inspiring Barbaccia, working with polymer clay has challenges. But he continues to push against these and other constraints and revels in “showing and sharing my work.” You can find more of Barbaccia’s work at www.JosephBarbaccia.art.

I create art to embody the reality of nature’s ‘known’ boundaries; then transition into a world of imagination.
My art is based on personal living experiences that symbolizes emotions that may not initially be apparent to a viewer.

The hope is that the individual viewer can connect on a deeper level by identifying their own unique challenges and obstacles, and indirectly influence them in a positive manner.

Linda Benzon is a nature and lifestyle photographer with an eye for situations that often go unnoticed, and a talent for portraying them with a sense of calm and timelessness. Hiking, biking, canoeing, and travel are Linda's avenues for finding that "wow" moment to share through a photograph. Linda’s work has been featured locally in Delaware Beach Life and Coastal Style magazines and has earned awards in galleries and publications in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New York. Her greatest reward, however, is found in helping someone choose the perfect photograph to beautify their home or business.

Anne Buck is a watercolorist who loves the luminosity and translucence of watercolor. Design and creativity have been infused in her education with a bachelor’s degree in Ornamental Horticulture and Landscape Design, and a masters degree in Biology Education and in her career as a science teacher for Cape Henlopen School District. She has studied watercolor with nationally recognized artists such as Mary Whyte, Charles Reid, Iain Stewart, and Vlad Yeliseyev.

Anne is a member Milton Arts Guild, Rehoboth Art League and Delaware Watercolor Society. Her work is on display at the various art Leagues and periodically in shows throughout the beach communities. She invites you to visit her website at www.annebuck.com

My art is a gift from both parents, blooming in a life shaped by beauty, loss, and legacy. I've chosen to walk this colorful path to honor this gift. I work in watercolor and collage, drawn to flowers, coastal stillness, and the quiet power of imperfection. As a dementia caregiver to my brilliantly creative mother, I found healing in the act of making with her—and now share that spark in classes I lead for older adults. Through these gatherings, I invite others to create without fear, to find their voice in color and texture, and to celebrate stories that deserve to be seen and remembered. My goal is to build spaces where art nurtures connection, honors memory, and reminds us that beauty is often found in what’s broken and bravely reimagined.

Kathy Coyne is a self-taught artist working primarily in acrylics and mixed media. Her award-winning
artwork includes both conventional and fluid art techniques, as well as monoprinting and
wire sculpture. Kathy grew up in western Pennsylvania and lived in upstate New York
before settling in Delaware. Her art leans toward landscapes or wildlife and reflects a
life spent studying nature.

I work basically in acrylics but have dabbled watercolor. I've been a member since 2017 and have enjoyed meeting and working with the other members.
I currently lead the team that does the intake for new shows and am the Building and Grounds liaison.
In 2025 I was contacted by another member about putting a mural on the blank wall at Milton Roastery Coffee Shop, and with the help of several members was able to come up with and execute a very popular scene on the wall.
I hope to start taking classes and expand into other mediums and continue to help out the Guild in any way possible.

Sue is a semi-retired educator who works as an executive coach for school administrators. She has a bachelors' degree in mathematics, a masters in instruction, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Innovation.  Additionally she is certified in computer science. Artistically, Sue works in watercolor, acrylic, pen and ink, and various other media. Sue specializes in house portraits as well as Zentangle. She is a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT) and enjoys learning new and different techniques. Sue co-teaches the monthly Zoomdoodle classes and is the past president of Milton Arts Guild. She also serves as the technology director. Sue can be reached at docdutton@gmail.com

Richard Fanelli is a fine artist, architect and a graduate of the Philadelphia University of the Arts. He has been an adjunct professor at George Mason University, Mount Vernon College and the International Facility Management Association. Richard has been painting since he was 15 years old and grew up with artist parents who also attended the Philadelphia College of Art. Richard remembers growing up with the smell of oil paint and turpentine in his many painting journeys to art studios with his parents.
In more recent years, Richard has studied landscape painting and portrait painting under well-know professional artists which include Adrienne Wyman, David Lussier, Robert Liberace and Bethanne Kinsella Couple.
Several of Richard’s paintings are part of the permanent collection of the Italian American Museum in Washington, DC. His artwork has also been featured in Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute. He recently won second place in a Mispillion juried art show.

My art journey began 40 years ago when my mother in law gave me lessons in China painting. A year later I started taking private lessons in water color and loved this medium. I decided to improve my drawing skills and took classes in color pencil, then it was on to oil painting. Acrylic was my next medium of choice where I started incorporating more loose and abstracted styles. My current and favorite style is mixed media with acrylic and collage papers. I love working in layers.

Sharon Hammesfahr
Original Watercolor

Art has always been a passion in my life. It started to take form when I drew portraits of other students in high school. After college, I taught Elementary and Preschool. I also was a tutor for dyslexic students. When my husband and I retired, we moved to Lewes, DE. I attended watercolor classes which rekindled my passion for art. Contrasting light and dark colors, using strong values and watching colors flow into interesting combinations excite me. Pet portraits, people portraits, landscapes, still life, etc., are subjects of my work. Another interest is iPhone photography, which, in its form, allows great creativity and portability. I am a member of Milton Arts Guild, Rehoboth Art League, and Coastal Camera Club. I have regularly attended workshops with national and regional Artists. I’ve exhibited and received awards at Milton Arts Guild and Coastal Camera Club.

Contact me at sharonhammesfahr@gmail.com.

Johanna Hawtof is a local jewelry artist focusing on bead weaving and bead embroidery. She is mostly self taught but loves taking classes with world renowned instructors whenever she can. She uses Swarovski crystals and pearls, Czech class beads and tiny, shiny seed beads in her work. She makes jewelry as well as 3D beaded objects.

I am Angela Klemanski, a multidisciplinary artist and the founder of Art Entwined. My work explores the connection between nature, emotion, and human experience through expressive line, organic form, and thoughtful color. Shaped by personal transformation and a lifelong pull toward both structure and intuition, my creative process is deeply reflective and organic. Influenced by natural patterns, movement, and moments of quiet resilience, each piece evolves from feeling into form. I create art meant to be felt as much as seen—inviting reflection, curiosity, and connection in a fast-moving world.

I offer instruction in various painting methods, as well as being open for commissions. I can be reached via my website.
www.artentwined.com

Randi Meredith is an illustrator, art director, and street art facilitator in southern Delaware. Randi earned her BFA in Communication Design from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, earning highest honors with concentrations in Graphic Design and Interactive Design. Prior to her return to school for design, Randi worked for 8 years as the Senior Production Designer at a small, highly reputable and massively productive, signage company in Philadelphia. Randi's clients include many local, national and international businesses; including Elizabeth Arden, fresh, Paper Magic Group, Reebok, Crayola, Drexel University, The Economist, CNN Promotions, Paramount Pictures, and many more. Her work has been featured in graphic design textbooks and on reputable design blogs. When Randi isn't hard at work, she's hard at play with her daughters, Pepper & Azalea, and her covivant, Eban. Randi has also traveled extensively, including a circumnavigation of the globe. She likes to knit, paint and run.

Jill Midthune is an abstract painter based in coastal Delaware. Her formal art training includes college-level art courses, a year of abstract painting classes at the Delaplaine Arts Center in Frederick, Maryland, and several years of private study with Baltimore artist Katie Pumphrey, focusing on acrylic painting techniques.

Early influenced by the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists, she later found lasting inspiration in the Abstract Expressionists. Since retiring from her career as a psychiatrist in 2021, Jill has devoted herself fully to developing her own expressive visual language. Her work explores the dialectics between chaos vs structure and internal vs external experience.

I have been painting in Delaware since 1985. Originally known for my hand-painted tiles and sinks and realistic watercolors, I now work almost entirely in oils and paint plein air whenever I am able. I have had many solo art shows in the area and continue to show my work throughout Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania. My style is impressionistic and although still lifes are highly detailed; my plein air landscape style is much more relaxed.
I have taken part in Plein air events in Chestertown, Cambridge, Chincoteaque, Berlin, Laurel, New Castle & Crisfield. I currently show my work at Mispillion Art League in Milford, NautiBlue Cottage in Rock Hall, MD also in St. Michaels and Ocean City; and Easton, and Oxford MD.

After retiring from a 34-year career as a direct marketing professional, I pivoted into crafting and jewelry making in 2021. I love collecting shells on the Delaware beaches and turning them into unique decoupage pieces. I also create fun, affordable jewelry. You can find my Etsy shop at www.HouseofBijouxStyle.etsy.com

Peace, Love & Seashells!

I can’t remember a time I did not love art. A Fine Arts and Education degree required many drawing, color theory and design classes exposing me to varied materials and mediums. These included oil and acrylic paints, and wood, metal and clay sculpture, all wonderful learning experiences upon which to build. Working as a Graphic Artist for many years became a training ground for more structured techniques, but free time was spent exploring any outlet for imagination and creativity. Retirement afforded me the luxury of creating a studio in my barn and hence Windy Meadows Designs and Artwork was born. Formal classes in Watercolor brought new joy and a main focus, but a love of experimentation with other mediums blossomed as well. These currently include Pottery, the use of pigments and alcohol inks, gouache, mica powders and pastels used alone or in Mixed Media format. I love all things Nature and that’s what you’ll find in my work, which can be seen at many local shows and galleries.

Carol Yost counts art as a constant in her life. She’s worked to improve and innovate her style by taking classes and workshops, all to stretch herself with new challenges. Her watercolors have been displayed in Juried and non-juried shows throughout Delaware over the years, including Rehoboth Art League, Mispillion Art League, Milton Arts Guild, Peninsula Gallery, and the Biggs Museum. “It’s a thrill to make a juried show,” Carol says, “If one sells, well that’s just icing on the cake.” Over the years, Carol has received many awards for her artwork. Carol extends her artistic endeavors to stained glass and fused glass artworks. She creates both paintings and glasswork in her studio. Contact Carol at carol.yost156@verizon.net.