North Shore Arts Alliance is a not-for-profit cooperative marketing, promotional, and membership organization working on behalf of artists in Chautauqua County. The organization seeks to foster an environment where art strengthens our County’s image, economic vitality, and quality of life.

To that end, the North Shore Arts Alliance offers juried membership to local artists as well as membership opportunities for individuals and businesses who want to support our efforts to promote and integrate the arts into everyday life in the community.

Its signature event is the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art Trail, a free open-studio tour in northern Chautauqua County. The Open Studio Tour is May 27 and 28. To see the specific stops, visit http://northshoreartsalliance.com/. The art trail incorporates 22 professional artists whose work represents a variety of media: painting, photography, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, fiber arts, wood, and mixed media.

One of the artists participating is Carrie Ann Tredo. She is a self taught artist living in Westfield on the shores of Lake Erie.

“My work is heavily influenced by the natural world and the wonder of the earth. I enjoy working in all mediums and often combine several in each piece. My work is constantly evolving as I search for ways to process life and emotion. I am intrigued by the concept of time and frequently utilize vintage and antique items in my work. I love incorporating the parts of a story and weaving them into a new tale for my audience to digest,” she said.