Become a Founding Patron of Railroad Street Artworks

Our vision is to transform Fairport, NY into a vibrant hub for the arts. We have gathered a remarkable Steering Committee, composed of diverse and exceptional talents, dedicated to making this dream a reality. You can learn more about our inspiring team below.

You’re invited to become a Founding Patron of this extraordinary initiative. Your generous donation will be managed by the Fairport Foundation, Inc., ensuring that every contribution helps bring art to Railroad Street Artworks and the Fairport-area.

To discover more about the Fairport Foundation, Inc., please visit their website: Fairport Foundation, Inc. Kindly make checks payable to the Fairport Foundation, noting RSAW or Railroad Street Artworks.

Mailing address: Fairport Foundation, Inc., 6 N Main Street, Suite 105, Fairport, NY 14450

Thank you for your financial support!

STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS:

Nikki Bittner - Earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Elmira College, where she honed her creative skills. She now applies this creativity to both her marketing strategies and her work as a photographer.

Tracy Briggs - Studied graphics, communication, and packaging design at RIT, and earned a Masters in Education from Nazareth College. Briggs has 30+ years of experience writing, implementing, and teaching art programming.

Gabe McNaughton - Having founded a local cafe in Fairport, Gabe brings diverse perspectives to Railroad Street Artworks by combining his small business experience with 10+ year of strategy and operations experience.

Lori Capron Galan - Earned a degree in Medical Illustration and heads her design firm, Capron Galan Art & Design, for the past 28+ years. A longtime resident of Fairport, NY Lori is an active fine artist and currently serves on the Board of the Rochester Art Club as the newsletter editor.

Scott Nost - Awarded a Bachelor of Arts & Sciences in Mechanical Engineering & Museum Studies at the Rochester Institute of Technology, and has 25 years of audiovisual and communications systems design engineering and integrator experience.

Pam Renfro - Extensive experience in retail and customer service management with a focus on ‘enlightened hospitality.’

Lorie Terranova - Coastal Reflections is a captivating collection of pieces that masterfully capture the serene beauty of the ocean. Using a combination of old and new treasures, Lorie incorporates elements found on local and Floridian beaches, such as shells, driftwood, and other natural materials. Each piece is designed to evoke a peaceful feeling of ocean bliss layers of resin creating a life like depiction of waves caressing the shore. The harmonious blend of textures and colors invites viewers to experience the tranquility and allure of the coastal environment.

Jeff Tokarz - Awarded a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at the State University of New York, and has found/sold multiple ventures in the human resources industry.