2024-2025 Officers and Trustees
William F. Pike (President)
I retired after 30 years’ working in Investment Banking primarily in Public Spokesperson and Treasury positions. I started taking watercolor classes at the OCAG last summer to help me cope with the grief of losing my sister who was an accomplished artist/teacher and my lifelong protector. My goal is to spread the word about the OCAG’s offerings and to strengthen our financials to provide for future growth. Bill’s contact information is ocagpresident@gmail.com
(Vice President) Terry Konn
I have been an active member of the OCAG, sit on the Gallery Committee and Anniversary Benefit Committee, Chair the Fundraising Committee, and have run the Holiday Festival and Artisan Market for the past 4 years and organized the Victorian Tea this year. I volunteer whenever I can. I would like to further assist with restoring our facilities, bringing ceramics to OCAG, and expanding our community outreach to bring in new members, collobrate with other organizations and bring attention to our great organization.
Terry’s Contact information:
Terry M. Konn, PhD
Vice President
– Outreach and Fundraising
Cagney Archdeacon (Treasurer)
I have worked in banking security and automation for over 20 years. I have been drawing and painting in all mediums since I was young. I attended Du Cret School of Art and Design in Plainfield. My colleagues, family, and friends have cleaned up the grounds for the past two years and I have played Santa for the last 3 years at the holiday fair. During Covid, I started woodturning in my garage as a creative outlet. OCAG is a place to gather and share creative ideas, and learn. During my career, I enhanced my skills for planning, “out of the box” thinking, and open communication. These skills can benefit the Guild to help raise art awareness, attract new members, develop young artistic talent and provide positive input on repairing and maintaining the Guild.
Wendy Kovacs (Membership Secretary)
Wendy is a resident of Brick, has an extensive and diverse business background. She was a graphic specialist, held administrative and supervisory positions, and helped manage the corporate website for Lucent Technologies.
She was part owner of a residential delivery business. Wendy has extensive experience using Microsoft Access and Excel which she puts to use at Ocean County Artists’ Guild (OCAG).
Not only is she on the Board, but she handles the OCAG website, concert & class scheduling. Wendy is a talented watercolor artist who has taken many courses with nationally known artists. Her painting was selected as the cover art for Sailfest 2019.
Kim Daley (Corresponding Secretary)
My teenage son and I began taking classes at the guild several years ago. We live in Island Heights. As Corresponding Secretary this year, I have learned a lot about OCAG and how it serves the community. I would like to help grow OCAG.
Kim can be reached by sending an email to the office. Mark it for Kim Daley’s attention and it will be forwarded to her.
Amanda Donovan (Recording Secretary)
I am a photographer and poet, an avid traveler and admirer of the world’s natural beauty with my camera. I currently serve as a member of the OCAG Grant Writing Committee and Photography Club. The OCAG is a blessing to fellow artists and I’m so honored to be apart of this wonderful community. I would love to see other creative arts like creative writing come to OCAG.
Trustees
Danielle Archdeacon (Trustee)
I am a preschool teacher at Holy Cross Nursery School. My son attends art classes at OCAG. I LOVE OCAG. As a young girl, I visited OCAG many times with my aunt. As an adult, I dabble in photography. My family not only cherish what is inside but the architecture and magic of the building. In fact, my family with volunteers have for the past 2 years cleaned up the grounds. I believe in OCAG and would love to help it flourish. I can bring some fresh fundraising ideas and a different spin on art classes for children. I appreciate your time and consideration. Contact Danielle at info@ocartistsguild.org or at 732-270-3111
Carol Colvin (Trustee)
I am a longtime member of the OCAG. I started my career in Children’s Services for the State of NJ while dabbling in art. My passion for art grew over the years as a mixed media artist; watercolor, collage, knitting, etc. I have previously held Board positions and chaired the artisan market and other events. OCAG holds a special place in my life. I am sincerely interested in helping the Guild grow and prosper in its mission and will put my energy into that.
Sally Cornelison (Trustee) Sara (Sally) was born in Washington DC and grew up in Mill Valley, California. I graduated from Dominican College of San Rafael with an Art degree and Education minor. From that point on she began her travels – teaching in Michigan, back to California and on to Hawaii. After four glorious years teaching 6th grade in Hawaii, I found out about the Department of Defense Overseas schools and applied. My Art major came in handy as they needed Art teachers at my first assignment – Subic Bay in the Philippines! I continued teaching Art and loved it during the 13 years of my DOD career. After one year in the Philippines I transferred to Germany and taught in four schools – Hof, Karlsruhe, Berlin and Baumholder.
In 1978 I took a leave of absence and went back to school in Ashland, OR for a Master’s in Outdoor Education! I enjoy integrating art into all aspects of life. I returned to Germany and met my husband, Bert, and married in Germany. He was transferred in 1982 to the USA – which was a culture shock! In 1985 Bert retired from the Army at Fort Riley. We moved to New Jersey. During these years in New Jersey, I kept busy and volunteered lots of time at the church, teaching Art at the Parks, and being a member of Art organizations. I was the President of Tole Time at the Jersey Shore, and the Gallery Committee Chair at the Ocean County Artist’s Guild in Island Heights. New Jersey became the state where I have lived the longest time in one place!
Sarah Gugliociello (Trustee)
I grew up in Island Heights and attended art classes as a young kid. From this experience, I grew to be a creative artist. It’s important to me that the Guild reach its mission of bringing the Arts to Ocean County. As a trustee, I would like to see growth in the types of workshops and classes offered so that we may reach the interests of the public and build a strong artistic community. I am also passionate about historical preservation and am very dedicated to helping make the needed improvements to the building and grounds. I currently sit on the House and Grounds Committee.
Robert Henne (Trustee)
Robert has a background in publishing, and currently owns a community web & social media company in the Toms River area. He is a Trustee of two local art organizations, while also serving as a long-time volunteer with the Toms River Business Improvement District.
As a New Jersey Artist, his work provides a unique look at the world through his colorful paintings. Originally from Ewing, NJ, he has exhibited extensively in central New Jersey and Bucks County Pennsylvania (Princeton, Trenton, Lambertville/New Hope).
He has participated in many juried shows, and has several notable one-man shows to his credit. Since moving to the Jersey Shore, his work has been seen at variety of art venues, including the Ocean County Artists’ Guild, the Art Alliance of Monmouth County, the Freehold Art Gallery, and others. He also had a prior seven-year stretch teaching painting and drawing for adults in the Trenton area.
Roberts contact information:
Website: rhenneart.com
Facebook: /roberthenneart
Diane Israel (Trustee)
I am a multi-talented artist whose passion lies in creating captivating miniature watercolors. I was a gallery owner in Montclair, NJ for 28 years, When I moved from north Jersey to the Shore, I became an active member of the Guild. I currently sit on the 50th Anniversary Benefit Dinner Dance Ad-Hoc Committee. I have worn many hats over the years including event planner, business owner, social media director, and museum docent. I will use my business acumen as a gallery owner to help grow the Guild.
Marilyn Kralik (Trustee)
I am a 40-year resident of Island Heights, and a 40+ -year Professor of Art History at OCC. I’m also on the Board of the OCC Foundation, and am a Past President of the Rotary Club of Toms River. I care immensely about both the Guild and Island Heights. OCAG has been a beloved refuge over the years. I worked with Allison Amelchenko many decades ago. I was a co-author of the OCC Historic Sites Inventory and was partially responsible for getting Island Heights declared as a National Register Historic District. I can offer lectures and bring along projects (such as the Island Heights Virtual Art Museum) that I am independently pursuing. I am always willing to roll up my sleeves and do hard labor, contribute ideas and make connections.
Don Roberts (Trustee)
I am a long-time resident of Island Heights. I am a designer and one of the six founding members of the John F. Peto Museum. I have served on the borough Planning Board and chaired the Environmental Committee for many years. Though I have been to many gallery shows at the Guild, it wasn’t until a few years ago when my attention shifted to the Guild and many months ago became involved on the House and Grounds Committee. I am an advocate for OCAG.