Abby McCullough is a multidisciplinary artist based in Ithaca, NY. 

Rowdy Rose’s work has gained notable recognition since launching their studio in early 2024, including Best in Show at the Broome County Arts Council’s Flower Show (2025) and multiple solo exhibitions across New York. Rowdy Rose Studio explores themes of growth, connection, and ecology through vibrant, expressive works that invite viewers into a playful and reflective relationship with the natural world.

Their mixed-media practice blends watercolor, cut paper, and stitching, resulting in richly textured pieces that feel both carefully crafted and delightfully spontaneous. She layers botanical forms, threads connections and builds each piece like a field note come to life: expressive, layered, and deeply personal. This hands-on approach gives her work a sense of movement and intimacy.

Her work has been exhibited nationally in both solo and group shows, including venues such as the Rochester Contemporary Art Center, ShockBoxx Gallery, Richmond Art Museum, and Las Laguna Art Gallery. She was featured in Artistonish Magazine (2024) and received the Donna Spears Merit Award for her contributions to contemporary watercolor art.

Beyond gallery walls, Rowdy Rose shares her work through local artist markets and collaborative community events. Her pieces have appeared at the Brooktondale Apple Festival, The Factory Art Market, and Cortland Arts Off Main, reflecting her commitment to making art accessible and rooted in place.

In addition to her studio practice, she brings experience in education. She has taught and assisted in programs at The STEAD School, Downtown Aurora Visual Arts, and Head Start, fostering creativity in learners of all ages.

Whether displayed in a gallery, on a café wall, or in a festival booth, Rowdy Rose’s art invites viewers into a world where color and curiosity bloom.