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Start Date Mon, November 5, 2018 @ 10:00 AM
End Date Thu, November 29, 2018 @ 5:00 PM
Location Gallery

85TH ANNUAL FALL SHOW

The Women’s Art League of Akron will be hosting their 85th Annual Fall Show at the Cuyahoga Valley Art Center, 2131 Front Street Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221. The Show will be on display from November 5th through November 29th.

Akron artist, Jessica Lofthus will serve as the juror for this exhibition, with the award winners being celebrated at the opening reception on Friday, November 9th running from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. This opening reception is free to the public.


JUROR BIOGRAPHY

Jessica Lofthus is a 3rd generation painter, who grew up surrounded by traditional landscape painters in New Mexico. She has been holding a brush since she was 8 years old and has obtained her degree in painting from the University of Texas. She is the curator for Western Reserve Hospital & the Mustard Seed Cafe and has previous experience as an art juror.


AWARD WINNERS (awaiting juror comments)

GAIL TABER

AURORA, OH

Black & White Kewpie

3-Dimensional Media

$1,800

 

BEST OF SHOW

 “This sculpture is so alluring and unusual. In engaging this work, it would seem the viewer’s work of perceiving and understanding this sculpture is an easy one. However, the conceptual and design choices the artist makes leave many questions unanswered. Incorporating a traditionally nostalgic form such as a kewpie doll, into a provocative, tribal-patterned work creates a subtext that stays with the viewer. The monochromatic design and intricate beadwork continues to draw the viewer in and around the form, successfully creating a lasting dialogue regarding kitsch, culture and tribalism. Congratulations on such a groundbreaking work. “

– Jessica Lofthus

 

JEANNE L. FASHEMPOUR

MEDINA, OH

White Birch through the Seasons Mixed Media

$700

 

First-Place

“These encaustic works are well executed and each beautifully delicate on their own. Presenting them as a quadtych on mirrored substrates brings a fresh approach to this ancient medium, and a depth to this installation. There is a complexity created that enlivens a myriad of questions for the viewer regarding memory, seasons and time itself. Thank you for challenging this ancient medium and bringing a fresh perspective to it.“

– Jessica Lofthus

PHYLLIS LAWICKI

CLEVELAND, OH

Just Incredible

Mixed Media

$3,000

 

Second-Place

“The additive approach to printmaking makes this artist’s transmedia work incredibly engaging. The careful layering and positioning of background and foreground elements creates a dynamic narrative that solves for endless interpretation. To see printmaking transmedia executed in such a dance-like fashion is refreshing and inspiring. Congratulations on such a strong work.”

– Jessica Lofthus

HELEN WILSON

AKRON, OH

Finding Joy

Mixed Media

$600

 

Third-Place

“This is a powerful piece. With such strong sculptural choices, the viewer could easily take this shape and composition for granted. Upon a closer look, the viewer can be drawn inward with the intricacy of hand-painting and cutting, and careful, purposeful placement of each element. The resultant magic and narrative of this work is palpable. This piece is an excellent reminder of the latitudinal capability of the fine art of collage.“

– Jessica Lofthus

 

BRIDGET ANTHONY

RAVENNA, OH

Ancient Wisdom

Mixed Media

NFS

 

Honorable Mention

“Thank you for this engaging work. In building an architectural compilation of humanity’s quest to understand divinity, you’ve managed to engage our most timeless and sacred questions in a surprisingly whimsical and interactive way. This is a wonderful concept and a well constructed piece.”

– Jessica Lofthus

APRIL CAMERON

AKRON, OH

Settled for the Night

Water Based Media

$350

 

Honorable Mention

“What would seem such a simple painting is anything but! The dreamlike hues and tonal placement choices create an emotionality in this scene that is so refreshing. The use of whimsical line brushwork makes this work kinetic and alive.”

– Jessica Lofthus

KATHLEEN HARRINGTON

HUDSON, OH

At the Garden Gate

Water Based Media

$600

 

Honorable Mention

“This is not your average garden-variety composition! As the ambient and scumbled dimensional choices open the story for interpretation, the painterly  brushstroke application create a luminosity within the flora that is truly breathtaking. Thank you for this enchanting and delightful take on an otherwise seemingly simple composition.”

– Jessica Lofthus

SALLY HESTON

BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, OH

Late Summer Shadow

Watercolor Media

$500

 

Honorable Mention

“This watercolor is a wonderful, fresh execution within this medium. The use of negative space to allow for a dreamlike capture of this dwelling, and dramatic saturation of the foreground flora allows the viewer more time to truly enjoy this composition. The careful choices in this painting allow for an open, painterly narrative and an inspired dialogue.”

– Jessica Lofthus

 

BETTY WOLFE

CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH

Ballerina

Water Based Media

$600

 

Honorable Mention

“This painting is such an inviting take on a seemingly simple moment in time. The artist has executed a successful take on combining traditional and contemporary lighting in this composition. The layering of more viscous brushwork to create dimension in the dancer’s tutu is just breathtaking.”

– Jessica Lofthus


SUBMISSIONS

FULL NAME CITY, STATE TITLE CATEGORY PRICE
BRIDGET ANTHONY RAVENNA, OH Out of Darkness Mixed Media $500
BRIDGET ANTHONY RAVENNA, OH Ancient Wisdom Mixed Media NFS
MARILYN BRADACH ROOTSTOWN, OH Covered Bridge of Jefferson County Water Based Media $250
MARILYN BRADACH ROOTSTOWN, OH Days Gone By Mixed Media $350
ANITA BURGESS AKRON, OH Go On Speak Up Mixed Media $110
ANITA BURGESS AKRON, OH Country Singer Mixed Media $275
APRIL CAMERON AKRON, OH Settled for the Night Water Based Media $350
APRIL CAMERON AKRON, OH Outside Grandma’s Back Door Water Based Media $500
DONNA YOUNGKIN CETNAROWSKI AKRON, OH Looking Across the Ridge Mixed Media $400
DONNA YOUNGKIN CETNAROWSKI AKRON, OH Garden Memories Mixed Media $400
DEANNA R. CLUCAS RICHFIELD, OH End of the Season 2 Water Based Media $435
DEANNA R. CLUCAS RICHFIELD, OH Jar with Peaches and Grapes Mixed Media $400
SHIRLEY ENDE-SAXE CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH The Nostalgia of Empire 1 Mixed Media $130
SHIRLEY ENDE-SAXE CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH The Nostalgia of Empire 2 Mixed Media $130
JEANNE L. FASHEMPOUR MEDINA, OH White Birch through the Seasons Mixed Media $700
JEANNE L. FASHEMPOUR MEDINA, OH The Homestead Mixed Media $185
MARY LOU FROHNAPFEL AKRON, OH Lion King Dry Media $300
MARY LOU FROHNAPFEL AKRON, OH Sisters Dry Media $300
ELIZABETH ANNE FRY CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH A Quiet Place Oil Based Media $160
DIANE GENETTI COPLEY, OH Blue Halo Photographic Media $150
DIANE GENETTI COPLEY, OH Aswirlbe Photographic Media $200
KATHLEEN HARRINGTON HUDSON, OH At the Garden Gate Water Based Media $600
KATHLEEN HARRINGTON HUDSON, OH Yellow Flower Water Based Media $200
JEANNE HENDERSON BRECKSVILLE, OH Dina Dry Media $800
JEANNE HENDERSON BRECKSVILLE, OH Selfie Chicks Dry Media $800
SALLY HESTON BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, OH Southern Charm Watercolor Media $300
SALLY HESTON BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, OH Late Summer Shadow Watercolor Media $500
BARBARA JOHNS MEDINA, OH A Horse of a Different Color Watercolor Media $100
BARBARA JOHNS MEDINA, OH Fall Tree Water Based Media $500
PATRICIA JOLLY AKRON, OH Exploring a Pepper & Cabbage Dry Media NFS
PATRICIA JOLLY AKRON, OH Imaginary ‘Scape’ Mixed Media NFS
NICKI LANZI STRONGSVILLE, OH Grandma’s Pride Watercolor Media $300
NICKI LANZI STRONGSVILLE, OH The Peaceful Place Watercolor Media $360
PHYLLIS LAWICKI CLEVELAND, OH Just Incredible Mixed Media $3,000
PHYLLIS LAWICKI CLEVELAND, OH A Different Place Mixed Media $3,000
LINDA LYONS MEDINA, OH Synthesis Mixed Media $425
LINDA LYONS MEDINA, OH Abstract Perimeters Mixed Media $425
MADELINE MILFORD CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Sofia Coiffed Dry Media $450
MADELINE MILFORD CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Best Friends Dry Media $650
CEIESTE MYCOSKIE INDEPENDENCE, OH Stormy Seas Mixed Media $600
CEIESTE MYCOSKIE INDEPENDENCE, OH Peppers Water Based Media $300
LINDA NYE AKRON, OH Sacred DNA Watercolor Media $850
LINDA NYE AKRON, OH I Don’t Like Clover Watercolor Media $200
HELGA REID MEDINA, OH Autumn Transition – One Water Based Media $85
HELGA REID MEDINA, OH Sunset on the Train Watercolor Media $85
JUDITH SALAMON CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Pale Sky-Spirit Dress Water Based Media $600
JUDITH SALAMON CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Sister Dresses Water Based Media $600
MARCIA SANDSTROM CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH New York City Oil Based Media NFS
MARIAN R. SAXE STOW, OH Hello Dahlia #1: Red Watercolor Media $500
MARIAN R. SAXE STOW, OH Hello Dahlia #2: Orange Watercolor Media $500
MARILYN FLANICK SMITH AKRON, OH Tucker’s Morning Sun Spot Watercolor Media NFS
MARILYN FLANICK SMITH AKRON, OH Grace Watercolor Media NFS
GAIL TABER AURORA, OH Rhinestone Ducky 3-Dimensional $750
GAIL TABER AURORA, OH Black & White Kewpie 3-Dimensional $1,800
SHARI THOMSON AKRON, OH Veggies with Mouse Mixed Media $125
SHARI THOMSON AKRON, OH My Friendly Amoeba Mixed Media $300
KARIN WARNER CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Angel Oak Photographic Media $250
KARIN WARNER CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Winter Soldiers Photographic Media $175
NANCY WILSON NORTH ROYALTON, OH Pink Water Based Media $200
NANCY WILSON NORTH ROYALTON, OH National Monument, Co. Mixed Media $300
HELEN WILSON AKRON, OH Finding Joy Mixed Media $600
HELEN WILSON AKRON, OH Saga of the Blue Sunflower Mixed Media $850
BETTY WOLFE CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Ballerina Water Based Media $600
BETTY WOLFE CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH Copper Pots and Fruit Water Based Media $285

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