November 2008, Georgia Art League Juried Show Winners

This show was displayed at the Quinlan Visual Arts Center on the studio levels. The show was judged by Dr. Barbara Faulkner, Director of Art Education at Brenau.

Dr. Faulkner had these words to say about the show: "Overall, a fine collection of art works from the exhibiting members. There were many worthy works, so selecting only a handful was difficult." She also spoke about each winning piece.

First Place: Elaine Howard, "Variations on a Trunk I"
"Intricate attention to detail that celebrates the organic richness of a small portion of nature that many might overlook."





Second Place: Cheryl Hardin, "Windswept"
"Artist uses a quiet palette with beautiful modeling that conveys the commonplace drama of nature on an overcast day."





Third Place: Anita Elder, "A Day of Plein Aire"
"Captures a lush summer day rendered in impressionistic style and colors."





Honorable Mention: Paula Hoffman, "Apples and Grapes"
"Glowing color and strong modeling. Simplicity is gorgeous."





Honorable Mention: Heidi Bowman, "Cloissome Necklace"
"Beautiful and subtle! I'd wear it!"





Honorable Mention: Sherry Maloney, "Three Petals"
"Solid modeling of forms and an intriguing selection of objects. Executed with skill."





Honorable Mention: Anne Brodie Hill, "Log Jam"
"I'm attracted by the unusual muted palette that nevertheless succeeds in suggesting the luminosity of natural light."





Honorable Mention: Ann Alexander, "North Georgia Sawmill"
"A fine rendering of subject that evokes nostalgia for times past."



Congratulations to all the winners of the November 2008 Georgia Art League Juried Exhibition!