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APRIL 2021 GALLERY ART SHOW
APRIL 2021: “MIXED MEDIA”
Theme: Any artwork in which more than one medium or material has been employed.
The theme is meant to be inclusive and open to artistic interpretation.
The artist must list all mediums used on their receiving paperwork.
Receiving: Monday, April 5, 2021 from 12pm to 3pm
Reception: No reception
Removal: Monday, May 3, 2021 from 12pm to 3pm
Eligibility: This is a CCAL Member Show. This show is open to CCAL members only.
The Show Chair will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accpted.
APRIL 2021 SHOW WINNERS
FIRST PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
FIRST PLACE
#25, Sharon Vanasse, Cape Cod Sunset
Acrylic/Driftwood/Stone/Magazine/
String/Pebbles
Judge’s Comment: “Creative use of materials. Beautiful piece that draws you to it.”
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
#10, Lynne Renzenberger, Untitled, Watercolor/Pencil/Colored Pencils/
Pastel Sticks
Judge’s Comment: “Enchanting piece with wonderful use of color and technique.”
THIRD PLACE
SECOND PLACE
HONORABLE MENTION
THIRD PLACE
#21, Rosemary Sexton, After the Rain, Acrylic/String/Tissue Paper/Oil
Judge’s Comment: “Love the subject of the piece and the use of string and tissue paper to enhance the depth of the work.”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#7, Traci Skelton, Party Gourd, Gourd/Lampwork/Glass Beads/Wire
Judge’s Comment: “Fun piece with great use of materials and techniques.”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#16, Faith Gaillot, A Sailor’s View, Watercolor/Pen & Ink/Acrylic
Judge’s Comment: “Beautiful piece that makes you feel like you are on a peaceful voyage.
MARCH 2021 GALLERY ART SHOW
MARCH 2021: “FLORA AND/OR FAUNA”
Theme: Plants and/or animals of any region, habitat or geological period.
This theme is meant to be inclusive and open to artistic interpretation.
Receiving: Monday, Mar. 1, 2021 from 12pm to 3pm
Reception: No reception
Removal: Monday, Apr. 5, 2021 from 12pm to 3pm
Eligibility: This is a juried All Council Member Show. This show is open to CCAL members and Art Council of Southwest Florida members.
The Judge will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accepted.
MARCH 2021 SHOW WINNERS
FIRST PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
FIRST PLACE
#4, Brian Small, Friendly Perch, Graphite
Judge’s Comment: “Very good drawing with a range of values and detail. Fun subject. The very nice handling of graphite and detail set this apart.”
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
#19, Leslie McNeil, The Golden Hour, Pastel
Judge’s Comment: “Lovely handling of light and color to express a mood.”
THIRD PLACE
SECOND PLACE
HONORABLE MENTION
THIRD PLACE
#1, Ray Valente, Cat Nap, Watercolor
Judge’s Comment: “Nice handling of the medium to create the feeling of repose. Good combination of flora and fauna!”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#56, Jessi Delich, Celtic Sheep, Oil
Judge’s Comment: “Good composition & drawing of sheep. Nice feeling of a flock pressed together.”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#11, Faith Gailett, Zinnia – Up Close, Pen & Ink
Judge’s Comment: “Nice handling of pen & ink.”
FEBRUARY 2021 GALLERY ART SHOW
FEBRUARY 2021: “WILD ABOUT WILDLIFE”
Theme: “Representations of living organisms – mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, insects, etc.”
The theme is meant to be inclusive and open to artistic interpretation.
The Show Chair will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accepted.
Receiving: Monday, February 1, 2021, from 12pm to 3 pm
Reception: No reception
Removal: Monday, March 1, 2021, from 12pm to 3 pm
Eligibility : This show is open to CCAL members and Art Council of Southwest Florida members. The Judge will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accepted.
FEBRUARY 2021 SHOW WINNERS
FIRST PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
FIRST PLACE
#32, Lynne Renzenberger, Fowl Play, Pastel
Judge’s Comment: “Very unique and different composition. Subjects are rendered well.”
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
#29, Beth Blewett, Coming Ashore, Acrylic
Judge’s Comment: “Beautiful use of color, lights and shadows.”
THIRD PLACE
SECOND PLACE
HONORABLE MENTION
THIRD PLACE
#5, Rosemary Sexton, Chillin, Acrylic
Judge’s Comment: “Great composition. The skin tones under and above water are done well.”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#4, Kathy Gibbs, Flamingo Plays, Oil
Judge’s Comment: “Beautiful use of lights and darks. Colorful but not bright. Great water technique”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#30, Colin Peck, Fishy Tale, Acrylic
Judge’s Comment: “Great subject matter over pouring. Perfect for fish Unique”
JANUARY 2021 gallery art SHOW
JANUARY 2021: “ALL ABSTRACTS”
Theme: "All forms of nonrepresentational art from semi-abstract to wholly abstract."
Judged Show
Receiving: Monday, January 4, 2021, from 12pm to 3pm
Reception: No reception
Removal: Monday, February 2, 2021, from 12pm to 3 pm
Eligibility: This show is open to CCAL members only. The Show Chair will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accepted.
JANUARY 2021 SHOW WINNERS
FIRST PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
FIRST PLACE
#6, Jan Werdin, Faces in Places, Mixed
Judge’s Comment: “A wonderful work that keeps opening up to the viewer. It appears random at first glance but becomes well-structured in its composition of light and dark, imagery placement, while not losing spontaneity.”
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
#15, Ann Pelt, Piano Player, Watercolor
Judge’s Comment: “This is a masterpiece in the technical skills of watercolor while maintaining the joy of abstract expression."
THIRD PLACE
SECOND PLACE
HONORABLE MENTION
THIRD PLACE
#7, Colin Peck, Keep Looking, Acrylic
Judge’s Comment: “This piece demonstrates the freedom of working in acrylics using a spontaneous technique. The monochromatic color scheme accentuates the “value” strength in its rhythmic composition.”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#11, Brian Small, Rooted in Chaos, Charcoal
I enjoyed seeing a work in the purest of drawing mediums. A strong statement with a sensitivity to light and dark, the beauty of simple lines, creative texture.
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#19, Amanda Warner, Colors of the Sea,
Spray Paint
I applaud seeing so many works in the contemporary medium of spray painting. This particular piece has a nice sense of color field, creating an ethereal study contrasting delicacy & strength.
DECEMBER 2020 gallery art SHOW
DECEMBER 2020: “CELEBRATE AMERICA”
American views, ideals, icons, patriotic symbols and landmarks
Theme: "The theme is meant to be inclusive and open to artistic interpretation."
Judged Show
Receiving: Monday, December 7, 2020, from 12pm to 3pm
Reception: No reception
Removal: Monday, January 4, 2021, from 12pm to 3 pm
Eligibility: This show is open to CCAL members only. The Show Chair will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accepted.
DECEMBER 2020 SHOW WINNERS
FIRST PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
#3, Brian Small, We the People, Graphite
Judge’s Comment: “Very good workmanship. Excellent idea & composition. Stayed true to the theme of the show to “Celebrate America”.
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
#25, Carmen Sprague, Honor Guard, Photo
Judge’s Comment: “Great Composition capturing the respect of our flag. Note the rule of thirds and how the American flag is in the sweet spot where the thirds intersect.”
THIRD PLACE
SECOND PLACE
HONORABLE MENTION
#14, Colin Peck, Back in Day, Mixed Medium
Judge’s Comment: “This artist’s knowledge of perspective is evident which allows the viewer to engage in enjoying the theme."
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#15, Sharon Shaw, Willie an American Icon, Charcoal
“Great use of the medium and good likeness using details makes the viewer stop and enjoy.”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#12, Linda Conner, Birdbrain, Acrylic
“Good use of analogous colors. Nice composition.”
NOVEMBER 2020 GALLERY ART SHOW
NOVEMBER 2020: “GO FOR IT”
Theme: The theme is meant to be inclusive and open to artistic interpretation.
Judged Show
Receiving: Monday, November 2, 2020, from 12pm to 3pm
Reception: No reception
Removal: Monday, December 7, 2020, from 12pm to 3 pm
Eligibility: This show is open to CCAL members and Art Council of Southwest Florida members. The Judge will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accepted. Exhibiting artists must show current membership card at receiving.
NOVEMBER 2020 SHOW WINNERS
FIRST PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
#33, Traci Skelton, Saturday, Bowman’s Beach, Oil
Judge’s Comment: “I feel like I’m at Bowman’s Beach! Traci’s skill depiction of moving waves, serene sky, and frenetic beach goers grabbed my attention. Her attention to details, composition of the scene, and the framing helped me to select this first prize painting. This piece tells a story!”
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
SECOND PLACE
#24, Kathy Gibbs, Giddy, Mixed
Judge’s Comment: “Kathy’s composition made me smile! She selected a perfect title “Giddy”. Her monochromatic palette and sensual shapes play well together. Her free use of drips and stamped shapes add to this playful piece.”
THIRD PLACE
SECOND PLACE
HONORABLE MENTION
#32, Lynne Renzenberger, Sunset Grille, Colored Pencil
Judge’s Comment: “Lynne’s skill with colored pencils is evident in “Sunset Grille” This realistic interpretation is architecturally correct. You can almost feel the breeze moving the palm fronds and flag. Fantastic technique.”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#3, Paul David, Nature Shared, Painted Cut Foam Board
Judge’s Comment: “Paul’s exquisitely cut 3-D sculptural piece required keen observation. The whimsical gator just made me smile. The bromeliads add a touch of color in the natural landscape. Super composition!”
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
HONORABLE MENTION
#35, Nance Marsden, Feels Like, Oil Pastel
Judge’s Comment: “Nance’s portrait stands out. Her use of colors – her browns and blues are so unique from any other art works in the show. The woman in the portrait looks like she can see into the future. It looks like 2020 so far to me.”
