Fifth Annual ‘Best of West Virginia’ Art Show Displayed at Tamarack

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Some of the finest works of art in the state are currently on display at Tamarack.

88 artists representing 31 of West Virginia's counties were selected to have their work recognized in the annual "Best of West Virginia Juried Exhibition." Their work was selected by a panel of 3 respected judges, and 7 received cash prizes.

"It's a credit to the artists of the Mountain State how well the diversity of their media, their talents and their inspirations are portrayed in such a wide range of methods," said Gallery Manager Mary Barwick.

"The response to this show is always overwhelming."

The works will be on display with works for sale until August 18.

The following is a list of those selected as cash prize recipients, along with judges comments:

Best of Show $1500

John Wesley Williams, Greenbrier County

Wood

Semainier

Judge's comments: Amazing and exquisite craftsmanship...There is an obvious love of material and texture...representative of the positive aspects of the land and people of West Virginia.

Second Place $1000

Vernon F. Howell, Cabell County

Mixed Media

Surveying the Aftermath

Judges' comments: Viewers are drawn to the artwork both visually and emotionally...combines perspective, materials and a point of view to unveil a broad knowledge of art.

Third Place $500

Betty Neely, Marion County

Watercolor

Trapped

Judges' comments: Dark and mysterious...evokes multiple emotional responses...subtle handling of watercolor, paint, shading, tone and subject...

Awards of Merit $250

Jamey Biggs, Mercer County

Pottery

Tonka Truck with Nails

Judges' comments: Innovative molding and construction techniques.

Steve Opet, Hancock County

Mixed Media

Sunday Ride

Judges' comments:...nostalgic piece reflecting the history of a minority journey...

Aleta Cortes, Mercer County

Photography

VI King Revealed

Judges' comments: Immaculate printing of the photograph...different esoteric subject matter...

Harold Edwards, Kanawha County

Mixed Media

Construction Number 7

Judges' comments: full of fun vibrant colors...childlike, playful and imaginative.

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