Welcome
Desolation Road Studios is an eclectic mix of art and media showcasing local and regional artists and artisans.
We have several programs such as the Guest Artist Series, the Acoustic Music Series, Open Mic Nights, Blues-fest, and our Open Studio Program that keep the place jumping. We are constantly seeking out new artists and artisans looking for a venue to sell their works. Art Classes and Workshops are available as well. Please feel free to contact Jim for more info.
Several photographic services are available from portraits, to digital reprints, to retouching, to enlargements as well as high resolution files. Custom framing and matting are also available for reasonable prices.
About Us
Desolation Road Studios is an eclectic mix of art and media, spotlighting local and regional artists and artisans. We provide a variety of photographic services such as digital retouching, enlargements… [more]
New Artists Needed!!
Are you an artist looking for a venue to showcase and sell your wares? Whether its pottery or paintings, glass or etchings, fiber art or sculpture, or anything art related, Desolation Road Studios is… [more]
Open Mic Night w/ Gail Sparlin
Desolation Road Studios Open Mic: Hosted by Gail Sparlin… 4th Friday of Every Month 7:00-11:00pm Come on in and participate. You don't have to sing or play but you can still come to listen and support… [more]
Intro To Photography:
November: Intro To Photography-w/ Jim Miller This class will focus on the basics of photographic technique and presentation. The first three weeks we will focus on specific techniques and learn the basics… [more]
Welcome
Desolation Road Studios is an eclectic mix of art and media showcasing local and regional artists and artisans. We have several programs such as the Guest Artist Series, the Acoustic Music Series, Open… [more]
Desolation Road Scrabble Contest
Desolation Road Studios Amateur Scrabble Tournie- Alright all you Scrabble-heads out there. Time to pony up and put your brains to the test. Lets see who the real Scrabble Champ is in Altamont!! Break… [more]
Wendy Williams MacRoberts 10/23-11/5
Strange Little Girls: Wendy Williams MacRoberts has a unique style and outlook on the world which explore some macabre tendencies. Join her on Sunday October 30th from 2 - 6pm, where she will introduce… [more]
Wunsapana Farm
Teri Conroy's Wunsapana Farm in Altamont NY is a pleasure to visit. I first went to see the llamas last year in the fall and did a llama walk. All perceptions of the breed were dispelled and I found… [more]
Hungerford Market
Hungerford Market in Altamont is your one stop shop for breakfast or lunch with a great selection of sandwiches and wraps as well as bagels,croissants and breakfast faire... Visit Jean in her new location… [more]
Altamont Vineyard & Winery
Louis DiCrescenzo began a lifelong passion for winemaking at the young age of five, following his grandfather as he worked the vines in their family vineyard in Monte San Biagio, just south of… [more]
ReNue Spa
ReNue Spa blends quaint village charm with complete professional services!! The spa provides a variety of services such as haircuts, coloring and perms, nail, facial, massage and hair removal services… [more]
Gallery Services
Giclee' and Archival Pigment Prints: Need to have your artwork reproduced? The Studios can either scan or photograph your artwork and produce high resolution prints for you to sell at your next art show.… [more]
Upcoming Art Shows
Since I started Desolation Road Studios, I've laid off the Art Show Circuit and have been doing mostly local shows and events because it gives me more time at the Studios, reduces my costs and allows me… [more]
"Like" Us On Facebook!!
A great way to keep up on whats going on at the Studios is to "Like" our page on Facebook. We send out daily sometimes weekly event posts and usually some interesting tidbits to give you a laugh or brighten… [more]
"Follow" Us On Twitter
If you're a Twitter person you can find us on Twitter here... http://twitter.com/#!/desolationroads … [more]
All Lars Turin Originals 25% Off Listed Prices Nov 1 - Nov 30
Lars has been working hard on some fresh new pieces and did well at Altamont Art in the Park this year! He's back in his studio creating again so jump on this opportunity and come take advantage of… [more]
Desolation Road Studios-Artist's Pot Luck Dinner
The Studios hosted its first Artist's Potluck Dinner which coincided with November'sOpen Mic on Friday November 18th from 6pm-11:00pm. The attendance was great and the food even better! RSVP's: Jim… [more]
Portraits of Life by Deborah Von Zink-Commissions
Art has always been the cornerstone of Deborah's existence. She has drawn and painted since childhood. She then continued with her burgeoning love of the field to graduate with two Bachelors of Fine Arts… [more]
Emerging Artists Needed!
In an effort to promote local musicians and up and coming musical acts, the Emerging Artist Series was created. The Studios is always seeking artists who need a place to play. If you're interested… [more]
Emerging Artists Needed!
In an effort to promote local musicians and up and coming musical acts, the Emerging Artist Series was created. The Studios is always seeking artists who need a place to play. If you're interested… [more]
Mio Vino-Wine Bar & Bistro
Mio Vino, is Altamont's newest restaurant located in the old Hungerford Market Building on the corner of Main St and Maple Ave. Mio Vino is… [more]
Etchings by Ryland Loos
New this month at the Studios, is an amped up selection of some of Ryland's exemplary etching's! This artist is one of the nicest guys you'd ever want to meet and he has some talent. You simply have to… [more]
David Grunenwald's-Quiltboxes At The Studios!
David has taken some of the best-loved and most interesting quilt blocks from past centuries and translated them into finely crafted wooden boxes, using beautiful and exotic veneers to reinterpret the… [more]
Art & Wine-The Wines of France 11/19 8-10pm
Wines of France Art and Wine Tasting Saturday,11/19 at Desolation Road Studios 182 Main St Altamont, NY ___________________________________________ … [more]
New at the Studios! Maryanne Malecki of Gabriella's Garden
We've got some amazing ladies jackets in limited supply for your enjoyment here at the studios! Come check out these and some of the other great artists and artisans we've assembled!!… [more]
Block Printing Class w/ Valerie Gordon 1/28 10AM-2PM
This introductory class will explore the simple technique of hand pressed block prints. You will learn how to carve a rubber block and how to properly ink and print images on paper. You can… [more]
Watercolor Class w/ Valerie Gordon 12/3 10AM-1PM
The world of watercolor can be challenging to someone who has never dabbled in it. Watercolor is a unique medium that can be spontaneous or controlled. It can be used to create a all kinds… [more]
Studio Photo Archives
Desolation Road Studios is an eclectic mix of art and media showcasing local and regional artists and artisans. We have several programs such as the Guest Artist Series, the Acoustic Music Series, Open… [more]
Bella Fleur Flower & Gift
Bella Fleur Flower & Gift-Where practical meets pretty... Go see Diana and the girls for all your floral arrangements and some nifty gifts!! 100 Main St Altamont, NY 12009 or check them out here… [more]
Desolation Road Blues Jam 1/13 7-10pm
“Desolation Road Blues Jam” There are a lot of musicians in the area that need a place to play the Blues…look no further as the second Friday of every month is now The Official Desolation Road Blues… [more]
New Works By Julie Branch
One of my favorite artists has some new work here at the Studios! Julie does the most fantastic figurative sculptures that explore everything from childhood innocence to folklore and humor. Come check… [more]
Just In:Cards by Dieter Gehring
One of the areas faves as far as photographers, Dieter Gehring has a large selection from his greeting card line now available here at the Studios. Everything from gnomes playing poker to Helderberg favorites… [more]
Afternoon Tea 12/17 2-5PM
On the heels of the Victorian Holiday Celebration, Desolation Road Studios is putting on an "Afternoon Tea". Come on down to the Studios for an afternoon of art and music sure to brighten your day and… [more]
Eco-Local Living
Purpose Create and Nurture local living lifestyles by providing communication between independent local businesses and their customers. What is eco-Local Living? eco-LOCAL refers to our Local… [more]
Victorian Holidays Storytime w/ Nancy Marie Payne 12/11 2-4pm
In conjunction with the Victorian Holiday Celebration, Nancy will be holding a Holiday Themed Storytelling Event here at the Studios on December 11th from 2:00pm-4:00pm. With over 40 years teaching experience… [more]
Business Hours
Hours: Sun 9-5 Closed Mon-Tues Wed 9-6 Thurs 9-6 Fri 10-10 Sat 10-10 I do close early on occasion so give a call if you are planning a visit in the later hours of the day. The Studio's line is… [more]
Select DRS Greeting Cards by Jim Miller On Sale 11/15-1/31
We're working on moving out some of our older stock of greeting cards regularly $5.00/card-now $2.00. If it has a flower on it, chances are its $2.00!!! Sale runs thru 1/31/12!!… [more]
Bus Trip To MoMA and The Metropolitan Museum of Art 2/18/12
Wade Tours BusTrip Sponsored by Desolation Road Studios for an Art Junket to NYC and either the Metropolitan Museum of Art or MoMA. Pricing per seat which includes a ticket to either MoMA or… [more]
Canvas Gallery Wraps
Gallery Wraps are a great way to present your photographs and images in an easy to hang and keep clean style. The construction is very much the same as a canvas style oil or acrylic painting. The canvas… [more]
Finished Edge Laminations
Finished Edge Laminations are a new product we're offering here at the Studios. The image can be anything from your child's school art project to certificates and diplomas as well as photographs and… [more]
Papier Moon Primitives-New At The Studios!!
Papier Moon Primitives-Folkart that's Fun, Funky and Frequently Functional!! Papier Moon is a charming collection of Holiday decorations made locally in Schoharie NY by Kathy Cornell. All of Kathy's… [more]
KYLE MILLER Live at the Studios 12/27 7-10PM
Hudson Valley based singer-songwriter Kyle James Miller began playing professionally at fifteen, cutting his teeth on folk and blues standards while writing his own music. Miller is currently studying… [more]
Quilts by Lorie!
Lorie DiNova makes some awesome handbags made from crazy cool colors and fabrics! The workmanship on these is excellent! Come check them out!!… [more]
Pine Needle Basket Making w/ Anita Wahlen 2/25 9AM-3PM
Using Southern Longleaf Pine Needles, participants will make a basket using the coiled technique of Native American Basket makers. A brief history of materials(collection and preparation) will also be… [more]
Matt Durfee In Concert 1/14 7-10PM
There’s nothing more I love than taking photographs. Listening to great original music crafted by local artists plying their craft with such enthusiasm and love is a close second. Matt Durfee is the… [more]
David Warner 3/24 7-10pm
David Warner is a local Altamont guy who has some serious chops. His delivery is reminiscent of John Prine and some of the old folkies that people these days rarely remember. He entertains like an… [more]
Photographic Mini-Lessons
This series of mini lessons will range from some of the following topics: Black & White Photography & Conversions, High Dynamic Range Photography, Bokeh & Depth of Field Techniques, Wide… [more]
Michael Eck:Blues On Fire-Blues Jazz and American Icons-A Collection 2/26-3/31
The Guest Artist Series is proud to present a multi-talented artist and performer who is no stranger to the local art and music scene! A collection of works from Michael's Blues, Jazz and American Icons… [more]
Jeff Gonzales-Solo Acoustic 4/14 7-9:30PM
Jeff Gonzalez is a multitalented professional acoustic musician who performs extensively on the local music scene. Jeff has rubbed shoulders with artists like Peter, Paul and Mary, Janis Ian, Livingston… [more]
Oil Painting Class w/ Jessica Scisci 2/4 1-4PM
Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun, playing around with oil paints! It doesn’t matter what skill level you are because this class is designed to let you relax and enjoy painting in any style you wish. We’ll… [more]
A Night Of Wine & Painting w/ Jessica Scisci 2/4, 2/11 & 2/25 6-9PM
Enjoy a night of wine and painting! It doesn’t matter what your artistic skill level is because this class is designed to let you relax, sip wine and socialize with friends while casually creating… [more]
Oakes and Smith-Live Acoustic 2/10 7-10pm
Both Robert Oakes and Katherine Smith were born into musical families and started performing at a very young age. Robert began as a kid singing and playing bass guitar with his blues-singing… [more]
Running the River-Live 1/28 7-10pm
In addition to their original songs Running The River performs a wide range of music from artists such as Johnny Cash, The Grateful Dead, The Beatles,The Kingston Trio, Bob Dylan, The… [more]
Special Events & Classes
Guilderland Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Mixer 3/9 8:00am
The Chamber of Commerce Morning Breakfast will be held Friday March 9th at 8:00am. Come on by and meet some of the local business people... Read More
Bluesfest 2012 3/10 7-11pm
March 10th 2012 marks the Studios’ 2nd Annual Blues-fest Celebration. Come listen to some crazy good blues played by musicians that... Read More
A Night Of Wine & Painting w/ Jessica Scisci 2/4, 2/11 & 2/25 6-9PM
Enjoy a night of wine and painting! It doesn’t matter what your artistic skill level is because this class is designed to let you relax,... Read More
Oil Painting Class w/ Jessica Scisci 2/4 1-4PM
Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun, playing around with oil paints! It doesn’t matter what skill level you are because this class is... Read More
Photographic Mini-Lessons
This series of mini lessons will range from some of the following topics: Black & White Photography & Conversions, High Dynamic... Read More
Pine Needle Basket Making w/ Anita Wahlen 2/25 9AM-3PM
Using Southern Longleaf Pine Needles, participants will make a basket using the coiled technique of Native American Basket makers. A brief... Read More
Bus Trip To MoMA and The Metropolitan Museum of Art 2/18/12
Wade Tours BusTrip Sponsored by Desolation Road Studios for an Art Junket to NYC and either the Metropolitan Museum of Art or MoMA.... Read More
Block Printing Class w/ Valerie Gordon 1/28 10AM-2PM
This introductory class will explore the simple technique of hand pressed block prints. You will learn how to carve a rubber block... Read More
Guest Artist Series
500 Years of Female Portraits in Western Art
Music: Bach’s Sarabande from Suite for Solo Cello No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007 performed by Yo-Yo Ma. Nominated as Most Creative Video... Read More
Desolation Road Studios on You-Tube
The Studios has a brand new You-Tube Channel. We’ll be posting video from a variety of events in the future including but not limited... Read More
Michael Eck:Blues On Fire-Blues Jazz and American Icons-A Collection 2/26-3/31
The Guest Artist Series is proud to present a multi-talented artist and performer who is no stranger to the local art and music scene! A... Read More
Finished Edge Laminations
Finished Edge Laminations are a new product we’re offering here at the Studios. The image can be anything from your child’s... Read More
Canvas Gallery Wraps
Gallery Wraps are a great way to present your photographs and images in an easy to hang and keep clean style. The construction is very... Read More
Portraits of Life by Deborah Von Zink-Commissions
Art has always been the cornerstone of Deborah’s existence. She has drawn and painted since childhood. She then continued with her... Read More
Desolation Road Scrabble Contest
Desolation Road Studios Amateur Scrabble Tournie- Alright all you Scrabble-heads out there. Time to pony up and put your brains to the test.... Read More
New Artists Needed!!
Are you an artist looking for a venue to showcase and sell your wares? Whether its pottery or paintings, glass or etchings, fiber art... Read More
Acoustic Music Series
Running the River-Live 1/28 7-10pm
In addition to their original songs Running The River performs a wide range of music from artists such as Johnny Cash, The Grateful... Read More
MR Poulopoulos-Solo Acoustic 4/28 7-10pm
MR Poulopoulos is one of those guys with that wry smile and casual demeanor that you instantly like. His music is at once comfortable... Read More
Matt Durfee-In Concert 3/30 7-10pm
There’s nothing more I love than taking photographs. Listening to great original music crafted by local artists plying their craft with... Read More
Oakes and Smith-Live Acoustic 2/10 7-10pm
Both Robert Oakes and Katherine Smith were born into musical families and started performing at a very young age. Robert began as... Read More
Lost Radio Rounders 5/12 7-9:30PM
In the early days of radio, families would gather around the fancy tabletop Philco Cathedral... Read More
Jeff Gonzales-Solo Acoustic 4/14 7-9:30PM
Jeff Gonzalez is a multitalented professional acoustic musician who performs extensively on the local music scene. Jeff has rubbed shoulders... Read More
David Warner 3/24 7-10pm
David Warner is a local Altamont guy who has some serious chops. His delivery is reminiscent of John Prine and some of the old folkies... Read More
Desolation Road Blues Jam 1/13 7-10pm
“Desolation Road Blues Jam” There are a lot of musicians in the area that need a place to play the Blues…look no further as the second... Read More
Emerging Artists Needed!
In an effort to promote local musicians and up and coming musical acts, the Emerging Artist Series was created. The Studios is always... Read More
Open Mic Night w/ Gail Sparlin
Desolation Road Studios Open Mic: Hosted by Gail Sparlin… 4th Friday of Every Month 7:00-11:00pm Come on in and participate. You don’t... Read More
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