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Jurors' StatementOur primary objective was to select works that would provide an exhibition of high quality and wide appeal. We are proud to say that all the work submitted was of the highest quality with a wide appeal. The hardest thing in judging any show is to pick the winners. This show produced only winners because of the extremely high quality of the work. All can be proud of their accomplishments and incite into the world of art. The criteria for our selection was as follows.
Juror's Statement Elaine "Angel" Gomer
After being an award winning artist for many
years, I lived abroad for four years and trained under a Spanish Grand-Master.
Through my program at the University of Maryland, I was able to study at the
Musee' du Louvre in Paris. These experiences changed my life and my
perspective on art: I gained knowledge, but also a deep appreciation and love
for Tromp L'Oeil and Realism.
Prior to living in Europe, my art background
was quite varied including watercolor, mixed media, printmaking and stoneware
pottery. My paintings ranged from abstract and contemporary to realism.
From the European exposure my technical
knowledge expanded as well as my becoming familiar with a broader palette and
materials. My paintings, which are primarily still life, are meant to depict a
tangible simplicity, harmony and beauty that one need not go far to find. The
subjects are part of our daily lives. Each is to be a welcome, quiet respite
from a world that sometimes becomes busy or even chaotic.
Historically, still life paintings had
symbolism woven into them. I may employ that too at times, but not always. I
strive to have a painting that not only is well founded technically, but also
appeals, draws you in, creates a personal bond with the viewer and
subliminally speaks of beauty and order in the imagery that is produced in the
process of my Art.
I am proud to be a juried member [associate]
of the prestigious art organizations, Oil Painters of America, National
Society of Artists and Audubon Artists, New York, NY. Also, I am honored to
have been afforded this opportunity by Sandy Woods of Artgally to be the juror
for this competition which offers a wonderful venue for world-wide viewing of
art being currently produced by professional artists.
http://www.elaineangelgomer.com
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