January 3-January 30, 2025
Between Worlds is a judged and juried show. It is a symbol of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity
Many thanks to our host, the Cape Coral Art Center.
Without our host, we would not have been able to have this show.
Juror’s Statement:
This is a truly beautiful show and everyone should be very proud.
It’s always hard to choose the awards for each category and I went back and forth with them several times. If you did not get an award this time, please keep painting and know you were probably very close. Congratulations everyone.
My judging Criteria:
- Overall look and appeal
- Originality
- Skilled use of medium
Jan Ellen Atkielski
Check out her website at https://janellenart.com/
First Place
“Gobsmacked” by Dannica Walker
(Watercolor)
Striking composition with crisp clean color. Great variety of values. Skilled use of medium.
Second Place
“Lakes Park Waterlilies” by Susi Wingenroth
(Oil on panel)
A very calm and enticing painting. Fabulous depth and very smart paint application. A lovely gem.
Third Place
“Still Standing” by Julie Nusbaum
(Mixed Media Collage)
A very strong piece with wonderful balance and motion. Creates depth. I feel like I would like to walk into the painting.
Lee Ackert Memorial Award for Exceptional Use of Color
“Gossiping Gals” by Kathy Summer
(Acrylic)
Fabulous use of complimentary color and lost edges against a dark background. Fun composition and fun to look at.
Sylvia Kasparies Award for Collage
“The City of Lights” by Star Sherwood
(Collage)
This piece holds together nicely and pulls the viewer in. Nice rhythms and shape variations. Tells a story.
Award of Merit
“Echoes of the Past at Koreshan” by Tamara Culp
(plein air pastel)
Beautiful Color harmony and texture. Skilled use of medium. A very welcoming composition.
Award of Merit
“An Arrangement of Shapes” by Cheryl A Fausel
(watercolor)
Beautifully painted by a skilled artist. Lovely value shifts and color. Great composition
Award of Merit
“Predawn in the Garden” by Dana Enders
(Soft pastel)
A wonderfully moody piece with great light and composition.
Timeless essence.
Honorable Mention
“Turtling Along” by JoAnn LaPadula
(Watercolor)
Wonderful, fun composition with great variety of edges. Holds together well. Color is fresh and lovely.
Honorable Mention
“Nautilus and Galaxy” by Christine Woodring
(Oil)
Nice composition and attention to detail. Very serene with a soft color palette.
Honorable Mention
“White Lillies” by Michael Moukios
(Acrylic)
Fun flowers with nice contrasting colors. Composition holds together.
