Showcasing and Promoting the Northern Neck's Diverse Artistic Talent
NORTHERN NECK ARTISAN TRAIL
THE STEERING COMMITTEE
Janice Jones
Whether organizing events, discovering new talent, or keeping all the moving pieces in play from wherever I am, I’m always championing art and artists—especially if good food (preferably most ethic food) is involved. My two spoiled Corgis keep me grounded, but at heart, I’m just a frustrated artist determined to help the Northern Neck thrive as a hub for creativity.
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I am the President of J-Art Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and growing the Northern Neck as a vibrant center for creativity and the arts. I am very proud to be playing a leading role in revitalizing the Northern Neck Artisan Trail, helping connect artists, galleries, and creative businesses throughout the region.
Lindsay (Hall) Wozinak
Lindsay is a creative powerhouse with a passion for design and photography. She studied Advertising Design at the Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale and has earned over 200 industry awards, including Webbys, (The Oscar of the Internet) Tellys, photography honors, and a place in the Art Institute’s Hall of Fame.
In 2005, Lindsay founded Red Fish Studios, LLC, where she’s been making waves ever since. Not only does she lend her creative genius to non-profit charities, but she’s also the brains behind stunning designs, breathtaking photos, a captivating short film, and even a toe-tapping original song. Oh, and did we mention she’s a published author? Her children’s book, Ziva the Zebra, is as quite delightful.
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Fast-forward to 2024, and Lindsay’s latest adventure is the Red Fish Gallery, located in the charming town of Irvington, VA, right on the Northern Neck Artisan Trail. This vibrant little gallery is bursting with personality, showcasing art that’s fun, funky, and downright fabulous. It’s small but mighty - just like Lindsay’s boundless creativity!​
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For more information on joining the NNAT, from Lancaster County,
Alvaro Ibañez and Denise DeVries
Artist Alvaro Ibañez and his wife, author Denise DeVries, have operated Surreal Arizona Gallery and A-Ibañez Museum with their youngest daughter, Delia Ibañez since 2001.
​Alvaro Ibañez, a lifelong artist, opened his first Kilmarnock gallery on Main Street in 1996, shortly before his marriage to Denise DeVries.
Denise coordinates events on the property and writes historical fiction, time travel novels, poetry and plays.
A-Ibañez Museum (AIM)'s mission is to nourish the creativity that is naturally within all of us through workshops, presentations, retreats, residencies and community events. The gallery and museum are located at 199 Whittaker Lane,
in Kilmarnock near Shiloh School and Hughlett Point Nature Preserve in Northumberland County.
Amanda Houser
Amanda Houser moved to the area in 2023 with her family in search of space and a calmer lifestyle. She knew she needed a creative career and found Objects Art & More. Shortly after being hired at the art gallery Amanda started training to take over as the manager of the gallery. Since taking the position Amanda has brought in many new artists and keeps a full rotating schedule of visiting artists and authors during peak season to give tourists and locals a like something to look forward to during the weekends.
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For more information on joining the NNAT, from Lancaster County, please email me.
Connie Canby
Currently a founding member and Art Director for Artists’ Alliance Co-op at Jarrett Thor Fine Arts in Colonial Beach, VA. In 2003 I was a founding member and later president of The Colonial Beach Artists Guild.
I grew up in downtown D. C. and attended Corcoran School of Art on a teen scholarship and Maryland School of Art and Design in Silver Spring, Md. I started teaching at NOVA (Sterling Campus) in 1980.
I taught watercolor and children classes for Loudoun Academy of the Arts, Leesburg, VA. I loved doing summer camps with young people at Shenandoah University, PAVAN Performing and Visual Arts ARTREACH Program in Clarke County, VA. As artist in residence), Foxcroft School for Girls, Middleburg, VA., & Frederick MD. Kids Like Us Program.
My own artwork has evolved into abstract expressionism, experimental watercolors and some with representational undertones. The theme most often recognized in my body of work is how color and energy are showcased as they weave their way throughout the painting as well as my life. It’s like taking dictation for a song already written.
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For more information on joining the NNAT, from Westmoreland County, please email me.
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