April Gornik, a true visionary who bends light both physically and philosophically, leaving an indelible mark on the world of art and community engagement. The landscape artist joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate conversation about her artistic prowess over 40 years, from hard-edge abstractions to open landscapes that mirror the interplay of light and darkness in nature. April's canvas becomes a poetic expression, weaving childhood memories and profound connections to the landscapes she paints. But April is more than just an artist; she is a force of nature beyond the canvas. Discover her local passion projects, including the preservation of the old Sag Harbor Movie Theater and the transformation of a 19th-century Sag Harbor Methodist church into a cultural hub. The church, redesigned with the support of the local community, hosts exhibitions, printmaking classes, and even contemporary classical performances inspired by April's own paintings. Beyond the strokes of her brush, April is actively involved in supporting the Sag Harbor Partnership, a non-profit entity that, with the help of the local village, town of Southampton, and private donations, has turned author John Steinbeck's home into a writer's residency retreat.

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