Caryn Hummell is a professional learning coordinator at The New York Botanical and semi-professional photographer based in Newburgh, NY. She earned her BFA in Photography from SUNY Purchase College in 2017. She has taught photography internationally with Travel for Teens. She supports students and teachers in constructing understandings of the natural world.
Roger Rucgardsib is a photographer based in the Hudson Valley, New York. He attended SUNY Purchase where he earned his BFA in Photography. Working in a photographic documentary style, Roger is interested in telling stories of the human condition; whether it be through emotionally charged photographs or through the images of others. His work derives from a deep desire for human connection, empathy, and compassion. By using photography to document his experience, his hops are to create honest and impassioned images of the world around him.
Nikki Visciglia is an artist and writer living in Fishkill, NY. She graduated from Purchase College in 2016 with B.A in Sociology, minoring in Visual Arts and Art History. Outside of photography and freelance writing, Nikki spends her time working for local artist collective, River Valley Guild, and organizing the Community Art Supply – a place where Hudson Valley locals can find art supplies at no cost. She also has a small business, ScigStudio, which specializes in polymer clay earrings and other accessories.