MASSENA — The Massena Artists Association’s 2026 membership art show opened Oct. 24 at the Massena Public Library with a reception and awards ceremony.

The exhibit features 74 works by 29 member artists and is open to the public free of charge through Nov. 21. Some pieces are for sale, with proceeds going directly to the artists.

Joanne Deleel won best in show for “The Promise of Change.”

First-place awards went to John Miller III for “Hooded Mergansers” in 3D art and “Liberty Pistol” in oil; Carolyn Cook for “Waterside” in acrylic and “Ginger Girl” in mixed media; Patricia Lennox for “Visions of Hell on Earth” in collage and “Passing By” in pastel; Kris Rozelle for “Burning Fall” in digital art; Eileen Boots for “Mischievous Observers” in drawing; Beverly Patchin for “Spotlight” in photography; and Patricia Badlam VanPatten for “Moonlight Pass” in watercolor.

Second-place awards went to Mariann Witkop for “Mia’s Story” in 3D art; Patricia Badlam VanPatten for “First Flight” in acrylic; Brenda Caropelo for “Through the Window” in collage; Lindsey Baker for “Magical Meeting” in digital art; Deborah Steinberg for “Sunflowers” in drawing; Marie Engels for “Opposites Attract” and “Floating Free” in mixed media; Gerry Revai for “Bombay Fields” in oil; Anne Ray for “The Visitor” in pastel; George Osier for “Middle of Nowhere” in photography; and Sheila Hossain for “Lion” in watercolor.

Third-place awards went to Vaughn Phillips for “Childhood Memory” in 3D art and “International Bridge at Sunrise” in drawing; Genie Rounds for “Snow Squall” in acrylic; Meta Bliss for “Mooncake” in mixed media; Adelle Fregoe for “In Your Absinthe” in pastel; Carol Bracy for “The Wise Owl” in photography; and Joanne Deleel for “Ancient Mariner of the Sea” in watercolor.

Honorable mentions went to Sheila Hossain for “Man” in 3D art, Kris Rozelle for “Truce” in photography and Cheri Furnace for “Winter’s Cathedral” in watercolor.

The show was judged by Marjorie Kaniehtonkie Skidders, a retired educator and school principal and former editor of the Indian Time newspaper. She is an award-winning photographer whose work was featured in the traveling exhibition “Threads of Connection: Mohawk Arts and Environmental Stewardship.”

A separate nature-themed art exhibit is on display in the library’s lower level through Nov. 1.

For information about purchasing artwork, joining the association or participating in future shows, email maapresident2024@gmail.com.