Open Juried All Media 2 Exhibition
Juror: Del-Bourree Bach

Pictured: Spindrift by Del-Bourree Bach

2022 Open Juried All Media Exhibition 
Juror’s statement

It was an honor to be asked to be the judge for this year’s All Media 2 Exhibition, and I thank all the artists who put their best creative foot forward and submitted such strong and diverse work.  The job of choosing what makes the best show is always a challenge, and then making the choice of which of so many fine pieces to present with awards is never easy. It is stimulating, but difficult to judge other artists’ work, and I always enjoy and learn from the process.

In this case, when I saw the sheer number of works submitted, I made the decision to limit my choices to one work per accepted artist. Many artists submitted several pieces which would have been worthy choices, but as I felt the show would be a better one if I juried it in this way.
What impressed me the most was the amazing creativity, the many different styles, subjects, and often unusual uses of the many media. In choosing a show, I always look for something different, or striking, to see artists pushing the envelope of their comfort zone, and the viewer’s. This work submitted gave me a great opportunity to create such an exhibit.

Congratulations to all selected and special kudos to the winners.

Art is the by-product of an honest and successful attempt to do something well.
 
Del-Bourree Bach

 Award Winners

First Place
Mi Ok Song – Desiderata
colored pens on grey paper
This piece embodies the idea of creativity in every way, the subject, great design, line and color, and unique use of the medium. It drew me across the room immediately, and a closer look at the technique made it stand out even more. Congratulations!
 
Second Place
Ralph Acosta – African Princess
watercolor
Transparent watercolor can be incredibly difficult, it is unforgiving, and this is a masterful example. Tackling a portrait of this sort is quite a challenge and the artist has certainly risen to the occasion. Great use of light and shadow as well.
 
Third Place
Serena Bates – Love Story, Sirena & Octopus
fiberglass resin
Working large poses challenges in any medium. This nearly life-sized sculpture has wonderful movement and balance, which can be seen from afar. The texture and patina, and the lovely detail in the face come into play, as one zeros in.
 
Honorable Mentions
Robert Pillsbury – Along the Bank
encaustic
Wonderful use of all shades of grey and white in this encaustic, the light coming through the trees and on the water brings me right into the scene. Great design as well.

Jillian Barber – Fruit Plate
ceramic sculpture
I am always drawn to pieces that combine found objects with an artist’s own work to create something new. Here this is done to perfection, with her fruit, leaves and mask surrounded by broken plates is wonderfully inventive. Great fun!

Michael Pekala – An Owl Named Love
acrylic on stretched upholstery fabric
A truly creative combination of found fabric and  acrylic painting, they complement each other perfectly. The owl is beautifully rendered and the curves echo those in the fabric, which can still be seem beneath the paint.

Carol Dunn – Heading South
altered photograph
Taking her photograph and manipulating it has created a truly beautiful piece. The design, patterns and color play are striking. Great creative use of the medium.

David Lee Black – Memory, A Lonely Observer
photograph, slide measure, panel
A beautiful and evocative piece, again, a great example of the artist’s own photograph combined with found objects. The design and from is lovely and the image leave us wanting to know more.

John Fazzino – Ramesscum
stoneware, glaze & stone
Taking the ceramic medium another level, the artist has created a wonderful piece, drawered and piled high. There is wonderful texture and the glazes and color are beautiful.

J.R. Lynch – Dream
color photograph
This is a very creative use of the photographic medium. The figure is juxtaposed with the reflections on buildings, the layering makes it stand out. Wonderful lighting on the figure as well.

Ted Genard – Queen of Spades
oil
This oil portrait is well done and has a great concept. The symbols are there, a modern Queen with well painted tattoos that reflect and balance the flower and staff. Nice use of color.

Helme House Gallery, South County Art Association
October 20 - November 12, 2022
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