Reception for the 12th Annual AIGMV Art Exhibit… 28.10.2013

The Nevins Memorial Library hosted the reception for the 12^th Annual Arts Institute Group of the Merrimack Valley’s (AIGMV) Art Exhibit on Thursday, October 24^th, 2013. Thirty-three artists were represented and there were almost 100 pieces of original art and sculpture on display.

I unexpectedly won both 1st and 2nd place in the Pastel/Drawing/Pen&Ink group, please see the pictures and the judge's comments below:

1st Place: "#25 Remaining Blameless"

"It appears almost as though we are looking through a window as we look through the framework border of this piece. Delicate mark making and savvy technique are clearly demonstrated in this work. the vertical line of the Asian symbol appears to rip its way through the center of the piece, assaulting our eye and arresting out attention. It appears that paper is being torn away on the leaf edges, and the splashes of watercolor (ink) with tiny line lie in stark contrast to the firm and decisive lines of the symbol. A nice amount of tension gives the piece strength. Wonderfully presented in its mat and frame as well." - Susan Kneeland, Judge

2nd Place: "#3 A Difficult Beginning"

 "Intense shaped on the surface plane of this mixed media piece contrast perfectly against the busied watercolor and ink background. The work is a symbolic Asian fortune image that shows us the artistic interpretation the 'difficult beginning; the title eludes to. Emerging from chaos, the main symbol has no struggle for attention with its deep clear lines of definition. Upon further inspection, we are invited to enjoy fine lines and forms delicately describing the details here and there. This work shows extreme technical process, and great creative imagery! Nice work!" - Susan Kneeland, Judge





2013 AIGMV Award Winners, Susan Kneeland, Judge

Theme “Hocuspocus”: “Spooked” - David Jones

Best in Show: Gustav Klimt’s, “The Kiss” - Janice Jones

Mayor’s Choice Award: “Fall on Westwind” - Dawn Robinson

Librarian’s Choice Awards: “Autumn Marsh - Barbara Burns
Honorable Mention - “Seascape #10 - Gail Golobski Fuller
Honorable Mention - “Illusion” - Brenda Renaud

Oils: First - “House on the Hill” - Danny Dancer
Second - “Back Here” - Rose Carney

Honorable Mention -“Apples in Box” - Vernon Kilby

Honorable Mention - “Fall at Barker’s Farm” - David Jones

Acrylics: First – “Baking in the Sun” - Claire  Gagnon

Second – “Mrs. Marple”  - Gail Golobski Fuller

Honorable Mention – “Enchanted” – April Story 

Honorable Mention – “Abstract 1- Yellow is Star” Shirley D’Agati

Honorable Mention – “A Tribute to Mom and Dad” Rosanne Bartlett

Watercolor: First - “All You Need” – Mark DiDio
Second - “Autumn Reflections” – Joanne Donovan

Honorable Mention - “Hampton Falls Church” -Ted Dzialo  

Photography: First -“Apple Dory” - Jim Primmer
Second -“Red White Black”- Robert Hahn
Honorable Mention -“Wave Runner” - Bridget Douillette
Honorable Mention  “The Magic Beach” - Jim Primmer
Honorable Mention  “Zulema” - Pilar Quintana
 

Pastel/Drawing/Pen and Ink:    
First -“#25 Remaining Blameless” - Jennifer White

Second -“#3 A Difficult Beginning - Jennifer White

All Other Media : First - Gustav Klimt’s, “The Kiss” - Janice Jones

Second - “Take Five- (Thanks Dave)” - Jeff Roberts

Honorable Mention -“Moonshine” -Janice Jones

Honorable Mention -“Noah” -Ann Rahming

Honorable Mention - “Myth? Magic? Mystery? Truth? -Shirley D’Agati

Honorable Mention -“Autumn Nights” -Kasey Walko

It has been over 20 years since my last art show opening and reception and I will admit to being totally blown away by all of the positive feedback, creative suggestions and unwavering support that I have received from family, friends, fellow AIGMV members and total strangers. Quite a few people sought me out just to tell me how much they enjoyed my work, to ask how the pictures were created and to inquire about the series - their enthusiasm was overwhelming.

This has been an amazing and positive experience and I cannot thank everyone enough for all their support and patience over the past couple of months. 

Jenn White
White Rooster Studios