Palettes of Keuka

07/27/2026

For our 20th Anniversary, The Palettes of Keuka is doing something special. We are helping a local non-profit foundation by auctioning a palette created by their Director - Rachel McCloud. It is the Ami Miller Corell Foundation - known as Ami's Army. Ami was a very popular teacher at Hammondsport High who devoted her life to developing student interest in the arts and theater. Her mantra was to spread a little glitter every day. She lost a cancer battle in 2025 and her longtime friend - Rachel McCloud - founded Ami's Army with the express focus of helping students. This ranged from getting work boots for BOCES students, a prom dress for a student, art supplies, gas money for a family driving to Rochester to be with a family member requiring multiple surgeries, and even six (6) scholarships to senior students in both Hammondsport and Campbell Savona schools. Every dollar made on the auction of this palette will go directly to the foundation. The palette is unique because it is a glass mosaic made predominantly with mirrors!

07/15/2026

EDIT on 07/20/26: We found out after posting that Carter is the Valedictorian of his class. We also corrected the typos in the image post! Our second scholarship winner comes from Haverling HS. This is the first time we have awarded a scholarship for the pursuit of music as the "art". Carter Brown.

07/15/2026

Thank you Keuka Sun for this article: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/199v15Tto4/

Brushes, Business, and Big Dynamic Trails: The Palettes of Keuka Milestone Art Tour Officially Launches

Jim Moore / July 14, 2026

HAMMONDSPORT — The scenic shores of Keuka Lake have officially transformed into a massive, open-air gallery, blending public art with a localized boost for small businesses. Organizers have pulled back the curtain on the landmark 20th annual Palettes of Keuka Art Show and Auction, kicking off a multi-week regional celebration.

The interactive art trail brings 28 oversized, custom-painted artist palettes directly into the storefronts of local Chamber of Commerce businesses. Far from standard street decorations, every single piece in the collection was created by a vetted, juried artist, ensuring a professional and entirely diverse showcase. The trail serves as a major economic driver, drawing curious foot traffic and sparking conversations inside local establishments that are participating in the event for the very first time.

“These are real deal, folks,” said Kenneth Corey, the chair of the Palettes of Keuka Committee, noting the high quality and distinct flavor of the collection. “They’re all very unique, and there are no two alike.”

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07/15/2026

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HAMMONDSPORT, N.Y. (WENY) — For the next several weeks, over two dozen professional paintings will be on display all around Keuka Lake. It’s part of the 20th annual Palettes of

07/15/2026

This year the Palettes of Keuka is pleased to present our two Scholarship winners. The first is Sofia Locey from Hammondsport High School:

07/13/2026

Our 5th Student palette artist is celebrating the ruby-throated humming bird!

07/10/2026

(EDIT: I realized this morning that the image posted last night was blurred and the color was off. So, this morning I took a ride to Hammondsport and took another picture. This one better reflects her work) Our 4th student artist is taking us somewhere cold on this hot evening!

07/10/2026

Keuka Roots (Penny Carlton) has published an excellent blog about the Palettes event:
New Blog Alert: Palettes of Keuka!
Art, history, and small-town charm come together in one colorful journey around Keuka Lake! From Hammondsport to Penn Yan and points along the way, beautifully painted palettes are turning our communities into an open-air gallery filled with creativity and local spirit.
Follow the trail, discover the artists, explore the businesses displaying these one-of-a-kind works of art—and don't forget, all 28 palettes will be auctioned off on September 5th!
🎨 Read the full Keuka Roots™ blog and start your colorful journey around the Crooked Lake!
https://www.keukaroots.com/my-postd124ffac
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07/10/2026

Our third student palette has a 1970's pop kind of vibe.

07/09/2026

Our second student palette artist did not want a primed palette. She wanted to paint on the bare wood. An interesting choice for this bouquet.