Studio Alchemy Podcast Episode 125 Ancestors with Cindy Geary

 

Today’s episode of the Studio Alchemy Podcast features an interview with photographer and writer, Cindy Geary.  We share thoughts on our ancestors for our upcoming art show at Anchorlight Studios December 6, 2025 4-7pm.  Find out more about Geary's work at: https://www.cindywaszakgeary.com/

On the Studio Alchemy Podcast we explore creative ways to transform our lives.  Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author, and public speaker.  Find out more at https://studioalchemy.art/.

Big news! I bought a church

 

Hello My Fellow Art Lovers- Yes, you read that right. I just purchased this old church in Abingdon Virginia and will be turning it into my house and art studio. As I was looking for a new house I had to get very clear about what I wanted. I wanted a separate art studio space to host gatherings. I wanted a walkable neighborhood. This is part of my new house vision board … One of the hardest parts was that I needed the space to be zoned so that I could host classes. Most residental neighborhoods will not allow it, which made my house hunt difficult. So I started looking at business properties. That led me to old churches. The space has been empty for two years so at the moment it is a bit sad and smells … Except for the purple carpet, the sanctuary is a boring white box. I’m going to turn this into my living space. I will need to add a full bath, laundry and a kitchen. The old fellowship hall building will be my art studio. The church is in a damn near perfect small town, Abingdon VA, where there is an art museum, a vibrant art and music community, AMAZING restaurants and a farmer’s market. Abingdon is home to the famous Barter theater, where Em and I saw an excellent play. There are breathtaking views at every turn. This is up the road from the church. Oh and I will be walking distance from the Virginia Creeper Trail! I hope that you will all make plans to come visit me once I have finished with my renovations. I will share lots of Before, After and In-progress Pictures on this newsletter so stay tuned!