A Life Immersed in the Hudson River Valley Carol Herd-Rodriguez is an American painter whose artistic journey has been deeply interwoven with the landscapes and light of the Hudson River Valley. Born in Peekskill, New York, in 1954, her connection to this region isn’t merely geographical—it's a foundational element of her creative spirit. Growing up amidst the “river towns” of Westchester County instilled within her an enduring revere…