You Will Return to You: Cycles of Growth and Recognition Megan Cedro and Cameron Goodyear at The Gallery at Yellow Studio
Cross River, NY–The Gallery at Yellow Studio presents “You Will Return to You,” an exhibition exploring themes of growth and reconnection through the works of artists Megan Cedro and Cameron Goodyear. Running April 26 through May 31, 2025, this thoughtfully paired show examines how women artists interpret the natural cycles of leaving and returning that shape our lives. Cedro’s expressive figures and Goodyear’s dreamlike landscapes offer complementary visions of this journey. Join us for an opening reception on Saturday, May 3rd, from 2 to 4 pm.
The exhibition creates a natural dialogue between Cedro’s haunting figures and Goodyear’s evocative botanical scenes. Cedro’s women emerge as powerful symbols of growth and self-discovery, their penetrating gazes inviting viewers to recognize aspects of themselves they may have forgotten. Meanwhile, Goodyear’s landscapes capture nature’s endless cycles of renewal, using color and light to transform familiar settings into spaces where viewers can find their way back to essential truths. Their complementary approaches offer a rich exploration of coming full circle. Together, these artists celebrate the profound ways women and nature embody the journey of departure and return. Together, these artists invite viewers to witness the ever-changing relationships between humanity, nature, and our evolving understanding of both.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Megan Cedro is a self-taught, Bedford-based artist whose highly expressive and haunting images have captivated viewers for nearly 15 years. With a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Design and background as a MAC makeup artist, Cedro brings a unique perspective to her paintings, having initially started her artistic journey using actual makeup as the medium. Her work has been exhibited in prestigious venues across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Westchester County, including sold-out shows at Yashir Gallery, Tria Gallery, and Pierogi. Notable recent exhibitions include her solo show “AMUSE” at CB Gallery in Katonah and “Meant to Be” at Yellow Studio in 2023. Through her distinctive style, featuring ethereal figures with penetrating gazes, Cedro continues to push artistic boundaries, challenging viewers to see the world in new and exciting ways.
Cameron Goodyear creates dreamlike, vibrant paintings that transform familiar landscapes and botanical subjects into emotional encounters with the natural world. Working in oil and watercolor, her distinctive approach has earned recognition, including “Best in Show” at the 2024 Bedford Art Show and a residency at Yellow Studio. Cameron’s recent exhibitions include her solo shows “Eastwoods” at Hedgerow in Pound Ridge, NY, and “Nothing But Flowers” at Bedford Playhouse. Born in Princeton, NJ, in 1974, she received a BFA in painting from the Rhode Island School of Design in 1998. Cameron lives and works in Pound Ridge, NY, with her family and three dogs.
ABOUT THE VENUE
The Gallery at Yellow Studio
Yellow Studio’s gallery features women artists who inspire. We aim to increase the visibility of local and nearby women artists and their work. Yellow Studio centers on community-building amongst women through the exchange of ideas, the display of art, and the opportunity for creative expression and learning. We hope you’ll join us.
You Will Return To You: Megan Cedro and Cameron Goodyear
Dates: April 26 through May 31, 2025
Opening Reception
Saturday, May 3, 4 – 6pm
Artist Talk
Saturday, May 31 at 2pm
YELLOW STUDIO
Yellow Monkey Village
792 Route 35
Cross River, New York 10518
www.yellowstudiony.com
@yellowstudionygallery
Opening Hours
Tuesday to Friday, 11am to 5pm
Saturday, 11am to 4pm
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