Molly Clarkin, Exhibitions and Administrative Associate (she/her)
Molly Clarkin joined Albany Center Gallery in June 2022 as the Exhibitions and Administrative Associate. She works closely with the Executive Director to curate the in-house exhibitions, coordinate communications and logistics with artists and clients for consulting opportunities, along with other administrative responsibilities.
She received her BA in Art History, with minors in Art and Biology from SUNY University at Albany in December of 2021. Molly grew up in rural Sullivan County, where she discovered her passion for nature and creating art inspired by organic matter. Some of her hobbies include painting, sewing, hiking, and kayaking.
Tony Iadicicco, Executive Director (he/him)
Tony Iadicicco has been with Albany Center Gallery for over a decade. First as Creative Director (2011), and then Executive Director (2012). He is an award-winning artist and community volunteer working tirelessly to connect people with the arts. He promotes the creative development of our next generation of leaders and creatives.
Tony is working on multiple projects, as well as frequently guest speaks for panels with different organizations about art, culture and the business of art. Additionally, he is the curator of the #CapitalWalls mural program in the Capital Region of NY. He enjoys painting, being out in nature near water, traveling, and spending time with family.
Andrew Kwok, ACG Fellow (he/him)
Andrew Kwok joined Albany Center Gallery in January 2023 as an ACG Fellow. He works with the Executive Director to coordinate logistics with clients for consultation and partnership opportunities as well as other necessary administrative responsibilities. He has previously worked with ACG as a volunteer and curatorial intern for the past 2 years.
He received his BA in Biology from Siena College, with a minor in Health Studies. Andrew grew up in NYC, and is currently in Albany Medical College to get his M.D. He enjoys painting, creating ekphrastic poetry, and making cocktails.
Emily Prosper, Operations Coordinator (she/her)
Emily Prosper joined Albany Center Gallery in May 2021 as the Gallery Operations Coordinator. She maintains, updates, and manages the social media accounts as well as the website to develop marketing coordination and communication. Her role also consists of program management, administrative assistance, tracking and updating databases, and designing promotional material in addition to informational signage for the gallery.
Emily received her BFA in Studio Arts in Painting and Sculpture with a Minor in Art History from the College of Saint Rose in 2019. She is an artist who paints abstractly utilizing acrylic paint through ideas from photographs she takes.
Karina Wojnar, Development & Membership Manager (she/her)
Karina Wojnar has been with Albany Center Gallery since July 2018. In her role as Development & Membership Manager, she oversees grant writing and reporting, donor relations, fundraising, campaign management, program and membership expansion, as well as community outreach.
Originally from woodsy Northern New Jersey, Karina now lives in Albany, NY, where she supports local causes that uplift the unheard through creative expression and literacy. She has her BA in Social Justice & Global Citizenship from Siena College, with Minors in Economics and Creative Arts. Karina enjoys teaching/practicing yoga, hiking, rollerblading, reading, spending time with family and friends, and creating artwork that uses complementary colors.
