Stonington Lobster Trap Tree

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1 High St, Stonington CT
Gorgeous art exhibit made of 460 lobster traps & 460 painted buoys! November 21, 2026 through January 3, 2027!

10/30/2026

Thank you to Debbie Siraco for contributing this buoy titled "Fantasea" Debbie to the 2026 Stonington Lobster Trap Tree! Debbie has painted since the age of twelve and lived and worked as a special education teacher on the Connecticut shoreline her entire life. Her paintings reflect many shoreline scenes near and far as well as landscapes and birds. She also wrote and illustrated the book My Woollybear and co-authored the book Sammys Voyage to a New Home. Her work has been displayed in many galleries in Connecticut snd Rhode Island. Other works can be found on her Instagram account under Debbie Wilhelm Siraco.

10/29/2026

Thank you to Stonington Borough Fire Department for sponsoring This buoy on the 2026 Stonington Lobster Trap Tree! The Stonington Borough Volunteer Fire Company is an organization of dedicated professionals who are committed to serving the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention, education and fire services.
https://stoningtonvfd.org

This buoy was painted by Susan Scala.

10/29/2026

“Thank you to Beth Johnston for contributing this buoy titled “Keith Haring Sailor” to the 2026 Stonington Lobster Trap Tree! Beth Johnston is an integrated media artist whose studio practice centers on encaustic painting and the layered possibilities of beeswax. Working primarily with wax, oil, cold wax, collage, and mixed media, Beth explores the physical and conceptual qualities of layering—what is revealed, what is concealed, and what remains visible beneath the surface.

Beth has maintained an active exhibition practice since 2011, exhibiting extensively throughout Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, and Oregon. Her work has been presented in galleries, museums, art associations, cultural institutions, libraries, and alternative exhibition spaces, including the Attleboro Arts Museum, Cambridge Art Association, Providence Art Club, Slater Memorial Museum, Salmagundi Club, Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts, Hera Gallery, Hoxie Gallery, Museo Nacional de Historia Natural de Cuba, and Verum Ultimum Art Gallery.

Her exhibition history includes juried exhibitions, member exhibitions, invitational exhibitions, solo exhibitions, featured artist presentations, and collaborative and interdisciplinary projects.
https://www.bethjohnstonart.com/

10/29/2026

Thank you to Kimberly Pasnau for contributing this stunning buoy to the 2026 Stonington Lobster Trap Tree! Kimberly Pasnau is a watercolor artist, living and working on her horse farm in Madison, Connecticut. She is a professional equestrian by day with her art studio split between the kitchen table and dedicated studio space above the barn. She loves to work in whimsical colors, which has become her signature style, and focuses her art on nature and animals, two things she loves the most and is lucky enough to be surrounded with daily. She shares the farm with her two teenage children, 8 horses, dogs, cats, and many, many chickens.

10/28/2026

Thank you to Masons Island Marina for sponsoring these buoys on the 2026 Stonington Lobster Trap Tree! Masons Island Marina is a family-owned, full-service marina located at 24 Old North Road in Mystic, CT. Nestled in a sheltered cove, the marina offers a safe and picturesque setting for boaters. Services include dockage, storage, mechanical repairs, fiberglass work, and more—providing everything needed to maintain and enjoy your vessel. The marina is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
https://www.masonsislandmarina.net/

Buoys painted by Shannon Gagne and Colleen O'Connor.

10/28/2026

So many fabulous businesses display their annual buoys year round. How do you showcase yours?

10/28/2026

Thank you to Jessica Hines for contributing this buoy titled “Botanical Beings” to the 2026 Stonington Lobster Trap Tree! Inspired by Jessica's Botanical Beings series, this buoy brings her whimsical creatures into a bold acrylic form. Each Botanical Being combines elements of the natural world with imagination, creating a playful character that feels both familiar and fantastical.
Jessica’s work is inspired by a love of nature and the idea that there is a little bit of magic hiding in the world around us. Flowers, plants, animals, and unexpected details come together to create characters with their own personalities and stories.
With more than 30 years as an artist and 27 years of teaching experience, Hines creates work that encourages viewers of all ages to see the natural world with curiosity, imagination, and a sense of play.

10/28/2026

Thank you to Paula Deutz for contributing this buoy titled "Map of Connecticut" to the 2026 Stonington Lobster Trap Tree! Paula is an artist, photographer, and horsewoman living in East Hartford, Connecticut. Paula began her art design company called Uniquitous where she creates jewelry using various materials and techniques.

During the last 40+ years, Paula has had a studio at the Farmington Valley Arts Center in Farmington, CT for 5 years, then moved the studio moved to her home. Paula continued to create art and sell various pieces. Works include: Sterling Silver and glass beaded jewelry, lamp work glass beads, wire wrapping and basic assembly. Various and mixed media art pieces. Paula's work has been sold at Craft shows throughout New England and consigned pieces at gift shops in CT and MA.
https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/paula-deutz/collections/artwork+by+deutz

10/27/2026

Thank you to Sound Financial Partners for sponsoring this buoy on the 2026 Stonington Lobster Trap Tree! Sound Financial Partners can help provide you with just the right combination of financial services, support and guidance that make the most sense for you. "We consider ourselves architects of your financial life, personally consulting with you prior to employing hand-selected strategies with the intent of meeting your financial goals.
https://www.raymondjames.com/soundfinancialpartners/our-team/bio?_=Neil.Anthes

This buoy was painted by Lee-Ann Kozora.

10/27/2026

Thank you Shoreline Painting! Check out the beautiful buoys getting clear coated such as The Hotel Maria, Stratedia and more! The lobster trap tree is produced by the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce and the tree lighting will take place Nov 21 at 4:30pm at Town of Stonington, CT Dock in Stonington Borough, CT

Address

1 High Street
Stonington, CT
06378

Telephone

+14015967761

Website

http://Lobstertraptree.com/

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