AWARD WINNERS
Special thanks to Peggi Habets for judging the show!
BEST OF SHOWGina Judy Sunset Walk, St. Croix Juror's Notes: Was it my weariness of 20-degree weather and blizzards in March that instantly drew me to this painting? Perhaps. But there's something undeniably magical about this sun-drenched boardwalk scene. The chiaroscuro-style contrast and color palette gives the viewer a feeling of peace and calm at the end of the day. |
1ST PLACEJudith Gentile Juror's Notes: This is such an enjoyable artwork! Besides the fluidity and saturation of the color, the viewer can get lost following along the calligraphic lines and shapes. No fussing or laboring, this painting has a feeling of immediacy and spontaneity. |
2ND PLACEPeg Panasiti Berry Berry Good Juror's Notes: Luscious! That was the first word that popped into my mind when I looked at this painting. The soft, creamy whites play beautifully against the richness of the overripe berries, all set off by a deep, dramatic background. This painting radiates the quiet confidence of a seasoned artist. |
3RD PLACERobert Newell El Capitan and the Merced River, Yosemite National Park CA. Juror's Notes: Serene. Calm. Still. This painting doesn't just depict a landscape — it transports you into one. I felt as though I had just unzipped my tent on a crisp morning to take in the view. Nice details, strong composition and contrasting warm/cool color palette make this an excellent painting. |
HONORABLE MENTIONDebra Valentino Gathered Juror's Notes: Everyone knows someone like this: strong, opinionated, utterly herself. This painting captures its main subject's mood and personality with remarkable economy — rich in detail yet achieved with simplicity. |  HONORABLE MENTIONJ. Samuel Gentile Ww26 Juror's Notes: Bold, layered, and alive with energy. The shapes and raw color evoke the pulse of a city scene, and contrast nicely with the soft, quiet breathing room of the white border. From a distance it commands your attention — and draws you across the room to look closer. |
