Arts

"I have been deeply affected by the gardens I have visited throughout the world, my favorite being Versailles, as well as by those I have imagined and dreamed of over the course of more than 50 years," Gerson Leiber said.

"As a professional photographer, I am fascinated by the faces and forms of my fellow human beings," shared John Madere.

"Art evokes emotions, responses, memories and inspiration from those who view it and is created through the vision and passion of those we call 'artists'," Ron Mellot said.

"East End Hospice is one of the most loving organizations when the light dims near the end of living," noted Hans Van de Bovenkamp.

"I think a lot of people tend to not notice or care about problems in society, until it affects their own community," Brad Barber, director of the film "Peace Officer" told Hamptons.com.

The former HIFF Screenwriters Lab mentor is returning to the festival to showcase his film, which follows news anchor Dan Rather.

"This is a good time to take stock of my shenanigans," said the comedian.

"Actors to watch turn up in edgy little indies, studio blockbusters and from all corners of the world," said Steven Gaydos.

The artistic minds of artist and photographer Bonnie Lautenberg and sculptor Carole A. Feuerman will come together for an exhibition at the Hamptons gallery.

"The exhibition is a multi faceted collaboration between the important street artists that the Dorian Grey Gallery works with and the luxury automotive community," noted Christopher Pusey.