Welcome
Nestled in a quaint village laced with charm sits a shop where the art world comes alive.
Desolation Road Studios is about connection — to your senses, to treasures from the past, to live music from people you can mingle with.
Art from real people, photography that captures moments or retouching services that allow you to relish them, framing and lamination services that help make your cherished possessions some of the best parts of your home. Live music, art classes and workshops, socializing of a different kind. Come to a shop that is a destination. Come to connect.
Desolation Road Studios-Art The Way It Should Be
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]
Desolation Road Studios Open Mic 5/24 7-11pm $3.00 Cover
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:Mini Lessons
November-December: Intro To Photography-w/ Jim Miller-Mini Lessons Basic Photography Lessons-Using Your DSLR Mini Lesson 1: Composition. October 28th 1-3pm This lesson will focus on the basics of… [more]
Welcome
Nestled in a quaint village laced with charm sits a shop where the art world comes alive. Desolation Road Studios is about connection --- to your senses, to treasures from the past, to live music from… [more]
She's Baaaccckkk...Wendy Williams MacRoberts And Her "Deviant Dollies" 10/14-11/3
Guest Artist Series 2012 Wendy Williams MacRoberts:Deviant Dollies!! Wendy Williams MacRoberts has a unique style and outlook on the world which explore some macabre tendencies. Just in… [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]
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]
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
The Studios has a wide selection of Ryland Loos' 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 see his work to fully appreciate… [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
Nestled in a quaint village laced with charm sits a shop where the art world comes alive. Desolation Road Studios is about connection --- to your senses, to treasures from the past, to live music from… [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]
Sandy Shoor 3/3 7-10PM
Desolation Road Studios is proud to showcase Sandy Shoor, one of the most interesting musicians we've come across in our travels. Sandy is an old folkie who can play anything from ragtime to country… [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]
20% Off Sale-Panoramics and In Stock Photography-Thru August 30th!
Now thru August 30th all Unframed Panoramic Prints by Jim Miller are 20% off the ticketed price. In addition, if you mention that you saw my Facebook post about the sale, I'll take 20% off any Desolation… [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 3/24 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 4/20 7-10pm $10.00 Cover Or $5.00 w/ A Canned Good
David Warner is a local Altamont guy who has become a regular at the Studios both as a solo performer and at the Open Mic's we have. Lets just say he's got chops. His delivery is reminiscent of John… [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 8/18 8-10:30PM
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]
Lost Radio Rounders 5/12 7-9:30PM
In the early days of radio, families would gather around the fancy tabletop Philco Cathedral on Saturday nights and tune in favorites from the Mississippi Delta, the Great… [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]
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 and network. If you're thinking about joining the Chamber of… [more]
Paul Shatz Fine Art Photography Seminar
"Ours is a wondrous world. Nature surrounds us. The trees keep us breathing, the beaches provide serenity, the mountains inspire us and the swamps are a mysterious world fostering deep thoughts on our… [more]
Matt Durfee-In Concert 7/14 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]
2011 Victorian Holidays Scavenger Hunt-Winner
The Victorian Holidays Scavenger Hunt was a huge success and got a lot of people who may not have known just how many businesses there are right here in Altamont to discover that they don't need to head… [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 to camera tips, music video, inside the studio artist interviews and… [more]
MR Poulopoulos-Solo Acoustic 12/22 7-10pm $5.00 Cover
MR Poulopoulos is one of those guys with that wry smile and casual demeanor that you instantly like. His music is at once comfortable yet keeps your thoughts coming with its lyrical ingenuity and singer… [more]
Running the River-Live 6/21 7-10pm $10.00 Cover
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]
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 2nd Annual YouTube Awards... I had to post this because it is so… [more]
2nd Annual Art in the Park Juried Arts and Crafts Festival
The 2nd Annual Altamont Arts in the Park Juried Arts and Crafts Festival Winners... 1st Place Karen Woodin-Oil on Canvas 2nd… [more]
Jaime Brockett-Live In Concert 4/7 8-11pm
JAIME BROCKETT Jaime Brockett (pronounced "Jamie") is a memorable and uniquely stylish New England folksinger. As the Boston Globe described him, Jaime is a "hard-core, unregenerated folkie." His… [more]
Art Photography Services-High Resolution For All Your Juried Art Show App's
Here is just a sample of a few shots the Studios provided to artist Cheryl Gutmaker for a juried art show application and website useage. For more info on how the Studios can provide you with quality high… [more]
The Stone Thoreaus-Live Acoustic 3/16 7-10pm
The Stone Thoreaus are an upstate New York duo that plays original, acoustic music inspired by the beautiful and perplexing world around them. The duo is working on an EP of their best stuff so keep and… [more]
Desolation Road Studios:ReverbNation Page
The Studios now has a new Reverbnation Account which will help find and bring in more quality musical acts for your enjoyment!! As usual if you know a musician or band that you think might enjoy performing… [more]
Three Quarter North 5/26 7-10pm
About Three Quarter North It's all about the music for these five lads from upstate New York. Their love of bluegrass, combined with their creative folk music heritage, leads to some tasty… [more]
Jim's 2012 Fine Art Show Schedule
2012 Fine Art Show Schedule: 2012 Albany Tulipfest May 12th & 13th in Albany NY's Washington Park. The 2012 Altamont Art in the Parks Juried Arts & Crafts Festival w/… [more]
Call for Artists-Three Chairs for Guilderland Project
Hello Artists and Friends, I'm putting out the call to any and all artists and artisans who are willing to help some of the businesses and organizations who have charitably purchased some of the chairs… [more]
Creole Boogie-Chase Garrett
I found this video on Stumble Upon and was amazed at this young fellas prowess and choice of repertoire...… [more]
Desolation Road Studios Uses Brown Bag Tickets
Tickets for all Acoustic Music Series and Emerging Artist Series Events are available on Brown Bag Tickets which specialize in small to medium sizes venues. You can access the Studios page here: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/venue/143942 The… [more]
Jim's "Art of the Day"
This neat little widget was found thru Stumble Upon which is a great little random search site that uses your interests to bring you to websites or web pages of interest based on your input. Its free… [more]
Low & Lonesome-Acoustic Blues & Americana 6/23 7-10PM
Low & Lonesome: Acoustic Blues and Americana-Finger Pickin' guitar and snappy lyrics! Tickets for this show are $5.00. Rob Adkins and Phil Drum are two fine Fingerstyle… [more]
Tawasentha Mud mania 2!
Join Desolation Road Studios in helping to promote MudMania 2! TAWASENTHA MUD MANIA II is sponsored by the Town of Guilderland Parks & Recreation Department. A portion of all racers' registration fees… [more]
Anthony Fallacaro-Live Acoustic 7/13 7-10pm
Anthony was born and raised in upstate New York in the Capital District. He has been playing music since he was five years old. At the age of five he began taking piano lessons and a few years later he… [more]
Victorian House Photographs
Desolation Road Studios is now offering a new service. Enhanced photographs of your home. Let us come take some photographs of your hard work and efforts restoring and or maintaining that wonderful labor… [more]
Guilderland High School Art Show 6/16-7/7
Desolation Road Studios is proud to sponsor a showing of some of the best artwork that the Guilderland High School Art Department has to offer for a three week showing starting on June 16th with an Opening… [more]
2012 Altamont Art in the Park Sidewalk Chalk Winners
This years winners: Desolation Road Studios would like to thank all those who participated in the 2012 Altamont Art in the Park Juried Arts and Crafts Festival and Sidewalk Chalk Competition!! Next… [more]
Desolation Road Studios 2nd Anniversary Event 6/23 5pm-11pm
Come to the Studios this Saturday from 5pm-11pm and help us celebrate our second year in business. Low and Lonesome will be playing the Studios from 7-10pm and we'll have some munchies and beverages… [more]
Brad Towle-Black Fox River Project "Ides of march Spectacular" 3/15 7-10PM $5.00 Cover
The Black Fox River Project is the songwriting venture for guitarist Brad Towle. Brad has been playing music for over 15 years, and in 2011, set out to perfrom his own songs. A Black Fox performance… [more]
Digital Retouching and Re-Prints
Have that old photo of grandma and grandpa or one of you when you were knee high to a grasshopper that you want to have fixed and re-printed for posterity? Bring it on in and we'll fix it up and make… [more]
2012 Canal St. Station Fallfest Call For Artists and Crafters 9/29-9/30
Many of you have seen this locomotive sitting out on Rte 20 next to Joe Merli Manufacturing along with many other what appear to be derelict vehicles and structures. What you may not know is that all… [more]
Promo Photos For Musicians & Bands
With my tenure in the photographic business I've done many types of photography however one avenue I really enjoy is performance and promo photography for bands and solo artists. Perhaps its the musician… [more]
Wine Tasting 101-w/ Greg Giorgio 10/6 7:30-9:00pm
Interested in learning more about wine? There are millions of wine drinkers who consume wine almost daily but are intimidated when it comes to describing what they are tasting in their glass.… [more]
Images of America-Helderberg Hilltowns Available At The Studios!
Helderberg Hilltowns-Images of America is now available here at the Studios! You may have missed the book signing by the authors but you can still get your copy!!… [more]
Berkshire Arts Festival 8/23-8/26-Studios Will Be Closed!
Hey Folks, Just a reminder that the Studios will be closed from 8/23-8/26 as I will be showing my work at the Berkshire Arts Festival at Ski Butternut in Great Barrington Mass. Stop by and I'll knock… [more]
40% OFF SALE!! Extended Until Oct 15th!
40% off Sale at the Studios starting September 1st until October 15th. All in stock unframed imagery by Jim Miller is 40% off the ticketed price. If you've been in and seen one you liked, now is the time… [more]
Lindsey Stirling-Dubstep Violin
Came across this on a suggestion from a friend. Love the composition and violin and the cinematography is pretty cool too...thought you might enjoy a peek!!… [more]
Something To Be Amazed At...
Came across this on the MSN Network...things like this amaze me. How does someone this young possess this ability at such a young age? … [more]
Lindsay Adler Portrait and Fashion Photography Workshop Shots...
For anyone interested in seeing some of the shots I captured and played with a little bit from the Lindsay Adler Workshop, here you go...I have lots more but these were some of the best.. … [more]
Naomi Bindman-Live Acoustic $5.00 Cover 11/10 7:30-9:30pm
Naomi Bindman and Mickey Carter at Desolation Road Studios Naomi Bindman performs the music of her daughter, Ellen Bindman-Hicks, a singer-songwriter who died in 2009 at the age of 17. Ellen's songs… [more]
Victoria Bouffard-Solo Acoustic 12/7 7-10pm $5.00 Cover
Victoria’s first album, “All the Reasons”, was recorded by Mark Thayer in August 2006 at Signature Sounds Studio with producer David “Goody” Goodrich. It is a collection of nine originals and… [more]
Artist Potluck Dinner 10/13 4:30-7:00pm
The Studios will be hosting its third potluck dinner open to all artists and the general public as well. If you are interested in finding out more about whats going on here at the Studios and enjoy meeting… [more]
Portraiture-Now Available!
The Studios is now offering portraits in the traditional sense as well as with a little of Jim's usual artistic flair. Black and White as well as Color Packages are available. Don't want the usual… [more]
10 Days of MOHU
The Studios will be participating in the 2012 MOHU Open Studios Event on Monday 10/8 from 9-5pm. Stop by and check out the wonderful arts and crafts we have on display and for sale. Jim will be happy… [more]
Rosary Beard & MR Poulopoulos 11/16 7-10pm $5.00 Cover
The music of Rosary Beard is made up of intricately intertwined acoustic guitar parts co-written and fussed over by Hunter Sagehorn and Matthew Loiacono. Each known in the northeast for abundantly… [more]
Danny Whitecotton Solo Acoustic 12/1 7-10pm $5.00 Cover
Danny Whitecotton is a singer/songwriter from Texas living in upstate NY. His new album “Go On and Rain” is the culmination of ten years of writing songs and making mistakes. Taking his past experiences,… [more]
Fine Art Pottery By Lars Turin
My friend Lars Turin is quite an interesting fellow. Semi-retired from teaching Art, he still has his hands in the world of creation and if you've ever seen his work, you know he makes some superb pieces.… [more]
Intro To Digital Photography-Living Social Voucher Holders Please Call To Schedule ASAP.
Intro to Digital Photography is a beginners level class that focuses on acquainting the student with his/her camera and its many settings as well as using it to its fullest potential. Concepts… [more]
2012 Victorian Holidays Business Scavenger Hunt Winners!!
The 2012 Victorian Holidays Business Scavenger Hunt Winners have been drawn and First Place goes to Dianna Zwack for $750.00. Second Place goes to Spencer Tyson for $250.00. Congratulations to our winners!!… [more]
Champagne & Sparkling Wine Tasting w/ Altamont Wine School-12/12 7:30-9:30pm
Altamont Wine School and Desolation Road Studios would like to invite you to a special event here at the Studios during this holiday season. Join us for this traditional Altamont Wine School December… [more]
Hearty Hearty Love 1/18 7-10pm $5.00 Cover
Hearty Hearty Love (or ‘H2’) is, literally, a labor of love. Andrew and Courtney Elder, both former members of alt rock group Big Nixon, capitalize on the affection and positive energy that made… [more]
New Art & Artists Just in Time For Christmas!!
The Studios has assembled a variety of musicians, artists and artisans, most of whom are Capital District locals, maybe even your neighbors or friends in and about the Village. Come do some shopping and… [more]
Giclee' and Archival Pigment Prints
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]
Photographic Re-Prints and Enlargements
Re-Prints & Enlargements: Need to have a photo duplicated or enlarged? The Studios can accommodate you. Bring your memory card, zip drive or media in and we'll download or scan it.… [more]
Promotional Photography
Promotional Shots: Are you a band or singer songwriter or perhaps an aspiring model? Do you have a vision for a public relations campaign or need high resolution files for your website? The Studios… [more]
Gift Certificates
Gift Certificates: The Studios offers gift certificates in any denomination which are useable for both gallery services and classes as well as any artwork or items we sell. Gift certificates are valid… [more]
Molly Durnin & Danny Whitecotton-Live Acoustic 4/18 7-10pm $5.00 Cover
Molly Durnin is a singer-songwriter with a sound all her own, including a rhythmic guitar groove and tuneful melodic sense that draws from the heart of Americana, folk and blues traditions. Refreshingly… [more]
Earthbind Wires-In The Studio w/ Michael Blase
For those unaware, in November of 2012 I began to seek out two local established or semi-established artists to invite to move their work and display space into Desolation Road Studios. Ideally,… [more]
Bruce Colin Photography-Seminar and Presentation Cancelled
The presentation scheduled for 2/15 for Bruce Colin has been postponed because Bruce had a heart attack this weekend. Although he is doing well his physicians have instructed him to rest so his trip… [more]
Studio Bus Trip To NYC 4/27 Cancelled Due To Lack Of Interest
The Wade Tours Bus Trip Sponsored by Desolation Road Studios for an Art Junket to NYC and either the Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Guggenheim or The Internationa Center for Photography has been cancelled… [more]
Wine & Music featuring Greg Giorgio of The Altamont Wine School 3/23 7-10pm
Altamont Wine School is joining with Desolation Road Studios to conduct a fun night of wine and music on March 23rd. Wine School instructor Greg Giorgio will lead a "Winetasting 101" session and… [more]
Screening of "Dear Governor Cuomo" Documentary 3/8 7pm
The Studios as part of the anti-fracking movement and a supporter of anti-fracking, will be showing the documentary: Dear Governor Cuomo On a rainy night in May of 2012 a coalition of musicians,… [more]
25% Off All In Stock Gallery Wraps!
25% Off All Gallery Wraps Currently In Stock!!!!!!!!!! The entire month of March, take 25% off all in stock gallery wraps by Jim Miller. This sale includes any images on display at the Studios or an… [more]
Special Events & Classes
Intro To Digital Photography-Small Class Instruction-6/2-6/16
Intro to Digital Photography is a beginners level class that focuses on acquainting the student with his/her camera and its many... Read More
25% Off All In Stock Gallery Wraps!
25% Off All Gallery Wraps Currently In Stock!!!!!!!!!! The entire month of March, take 25% off all in stock gallery wraps by Jim Miller.... Read More
Introduction To Photoshop-7/7 & 7/28 9am-12noon
There will be two classes available for this intro level class. July 7th and 28th from 10am-1pm. The class will cover basic editing tools... Read More
Art of the Umbrella June 7th at Proctors 6:00PM
This is a worthy cause that deserves to be promoted. As a person caring for an elderly parent I have personal experience with what it might... Read More
Earthbind Wires-In The Studio w/ Michael Blase
For those unaware, in November of 2012 I began to seek out two local established or semi-established artists to invite to move their... Read More
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
Featured Services
Custom Framing
Custom Framing and Matting: The Studios can custom frame your artwork and photographs in a variety of styles and colors. We can order... Read More
Giclee’ and Archival Pigment Prints
Giclee’ and Archival Pigment Prints: Need to have your artwork reproduced? The Studios can either scan or photograph your artwork... Read More
Portraiture-Now Available!
The Studios is now offering portraits in the traditional sense as well as with a little of Jim’s usual artistic flair. Black and... Read More
Promo Photos For Musicians & Bands
With my tenure in the photographic business I’ve done many types of photography however one avenue I really enjoy is performance and... Read More
Digital Retouching and Re-Prints
Have that old photo of grandma and grandpa or one of you when you were knee high to a grasshopper that you want to have fixed and re-printed... Read More
Art Photography Services-High Resolution For All Your Juried Art Show App’s
Here is just a sample of a few shots the Studios provided to artist Cheryl Gutmaker for a juried art show application and website useage.... 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
Acoustic Music Series
Desolation Road Studios Open Mic 5/24 7-11pm $3.00 Cover
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
Chris Dukes-Acoustic Trio- 5/31 7-10pm $10.00 Cover
Chris will be playing an acoustic set with Jeff Garrison and Melli Rose and perhaps Rocko will make an appearance on the congas. Chris Dukes... Read More
Pat Attanasio-Live Acoustic 6/1 7-10pm $10.00 Cover
Voted best acoustic guitarist by ‘Musician’s Friend’ National Coverband contest, 2011and winning best guitarist at Drome... Read More
Andy Styles-Live Acoustic 6/14 7-10pm $10.00 Cover
Folk-rock singer Andy Styles has played in various bands over the years, playing rock, southern rock, bluegrass and country. Andy plays... Read More
Joy Ike-6/15 7-10pm $10.00 Cover
Pittsburgh-based singer/songwriter Joy Ike has been compared to the likes of Corinne Bailey Rae, Norah Jones, and Regina Spektor. Her honest,... Read More
Running the River-Live 6/21 7-10pm $10.00 Cover
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
Eric Erkkinen-Live Acoustic 7/13 7-10pm $5.00 Cover
Eric takes his influences from many of the old blues masters and rockers alike. Artists such as Mississippi John Hurt, Mississippi Fred... Read More
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