“I believe that art should have a personal meaning to the artist to be considered a worthy statement,” says Connie. “Whether it is comical, sentimental, observational or a serious statement doesn’t matter. Art tells a story. It inspires the viewer to think; to become involved in not only the world of the artist, but to help them understand themselves better.”
Originally from the state of Washington, Connie moved with her family to the Troy, PA area as a child and has been in the area ever since. She completed her BA in Studio Art at Mansfield University with a focus on drawing and painting in 1986 and then went on to get her MA in Art Education in 1988. She taught art in the Troy school district until 2001 when she decided to dedicate herself more fully to her own art work and to open Settlement House Fine Arts on Route 6 in Sylvania.
You can view the unique art of Connie Sickler – now at the Weigh Station Café - until the end of February. While you are here, have a great meal in the restaurant or a brew in The Pubbery.
You can also head up the block to see a movie or concert at the Keystone Theatre.
Exhibits in the Weigh Station Café are coordinated by the Northern Tier Cultural Alliance.