Upcoming Events
80th Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, IN - Oct. 18th to Dec. 15th, 2024
Join me for the opening reception on October 18th from 5-8pm. Hope to see you there!
Current Events
Illiart 2024 at Gallery Seven. Lockport, IL - Oct. 6th - Oct. 27th, 2024
https://www.galleryseven.net/illiart-2024
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Past Events
The Visual Arts Center's 14th Biennial National Art Exhibition. Punta Gorda, FL - Feb 16th to April 12th, 2024
79th Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, IN - Nov. 3rd to Jan. 7th, 2024
Athens Arts Untitled 3 National Juried Exhibition in Crawfordsville, IN - Sept, 16th to Nov. 10th, 2023
36th Annual Northern National Art Competition in Rhinelander, WI - June 15th to July 28th, 2023
Conroe Art League 8th International Show in Conroe, TX - March 1st to 31st, 2023
SMALL WORKS National Juried Show at The Rice Gallery of Fine Art in Overland Park, KS - Feb 10th to March 10th, 2023
78th Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, IN - Nov. 4th to Jan. 8th, 2023
35th Northern National Art Competition - June 16th to July 28th, 2022
Conroe Art League 7th International Show in Conroe, TX - March 5th to April 1st, 2022
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Making it's first public appearance, "Cafe" has been accepted to the Conroe Art League 7th International Show. 558 entries from 29 states, and for the first time, international entries from East Java, Japan and South Korea. The entries have been judged and over 60 artworks are invited to compete for the financial awards and to exhibit in the Conroe Art League’s Madeley Gallery. The opening reception is on March 5th, from 6-8pm and the shows runs through April 1st. Address to the gallery, 127 Simonton Street, Conroe, TX 77301.
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Solo Show at McCormick Gallery ,"Mid-Century in 2020 Postponed"- March 6th - April 24th, 2021
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Like shows in the past, it will be held at McCormick Gallery in Chicago. The opening day will be March 6th and run through April 24th. I will be at the gallery March 6th to meet guests, but by appointment only. There is a 10 person max at the gallery, so please contact me if you would like to stop by on the 6th. I will schedule a time for you to visit. Otherwise, Tom is in the gallery Tuesday-Thursday 10ish to 3ish and you can always see the show at anytime by scheduling with the gallery at [email protected]
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76th Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, IN - Nov. 6th to Jan. 10th, 2020
Cincinnati Art Club's ViewPoint 52 Art Show at Art Design Consultants - Sept.11th - 24th, 2020
Finally making it's public debut, Royal Empress will be on display at Viewpoint 52. It's a quick two week show, but will feature 100 works by national artists in various mediums. ViewPoint 52, 2020 will have an open house which is open to the public at Art Design Consultants, 2124 Madison Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208 on Friday September 11th from 11AM to 5PM and Saturday September 12th from 1PM to 5PM. The exhibition will continue through September 24th . Hours Monday through Friday 11AM - 5:00PM; Saturdays 1PM to 5PM. A variety of awards will be given: First Place - $3,000; Second Place - $1,000; Third Place - $750; plus additional cash prizes, and more. ViewPoint 52 2020 exhibition & awards was selected by a 5 panel jury. Additional information found on the Cincinnati Art Club website. http://www.cincinnatiartclub.com/
Texas National Competition and Exhibition 2020 - April 25th - June 12th, 2020
Stephen F. Austin State University presents the 26th annual juried competition and exhibition provides emerging artists an opportunity to have work juried by Annette Lawrence, Professor of Art, UNT. Three of my paintings were accepted to the show, "Drinking Happy Bird", "Coke Carrier", and "Jailhouse Rock".
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41st Annual Whitewater Valley Art Competition in Richmond, IN - Oct. 18th - Dec. 13th, 2019
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Originating in 1978, the Whitewater Competition has a history of “open judging”, allowing the public to be present when the exhibit entries are accepted or declined for the exhibit. In this spirit, projected, digital images of entered works will reviewed by a panel of three jurors during a four hour session. Intervals in the judging will be scheduled for the public to interact with the panel with regard to rationale related to acceptance or declination of works. Jurors will select 50-55 works for the exhibit. All art submissions will be juried electronically.
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32nd Annual Northern National Art Competition in Rhinelander, WI - Sept. 26th - Nov. 15th, 2019
Joining 89 other works is "Coke Carrier", for the 32nd Northern National Art Competition.
75th Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, IN - Sept. 6th to Oct. 20th, 2019
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Making it's debut appearance, "Coke and Cooler" will be on display at the Swope Art Museum for the 75th Annual Wabash Valley Art Competition.
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Conroe Art League 4th National Invitational Show in Conroe, TX - March 6th to March 30th, 2019
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Accepted into it's 3rd group show, "Drinking Happy Bird" will be heading to Texas for the Conroe Art League 4th National Invitational Show. The competition will run from March 6th to the 30th, with the artist reception and announcement of awards on March 30th from 5 - 8pm. Click the link below to learn more.
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National Art Encounter at Naples Art Association in Naples, FL - Nov. 30th 2018 to Jan. 12th, 2019
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Jailhouse Rock will make its debut appearance at the National Art Encounter at the Naples Art Association in Naples, FL.. The opening reception and awards presentation will be held Nov. 30th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. The show will continue thru to Jan. 12th 2019. Click the link below to learn more.
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74th Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, IN - Sept. 7th to Oct. 21st, 2018
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Drinking Happy Bird has been selected out of nearly 300 entries submitted by nearly 100 artists to be a part of the Swope Art Museum's 74th Annual Wabash Valley Art Competition. The opening reception is September 7th from 5-8pm and the show runs through Oct 21st. Click the link below to learn more.
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The Visual Arts Center's 11th Biennial National Art Exhibition, Punta Gorda, Florida. Feb. 2nd - March 20th, 2018
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I have been accepted into the 11th biennial National Art Exhibit in Punta Gorda, Florida. I have two pieces in the show, "Remembering Iwo Jima" and "Happy Drinking bird". The exhibit opens to the public on Feb. 2nd. The opening reception will be held on Feb. 8th at 7pm. There is no charge for participating artists and one guest. The admission fee for additional guests is $5/per person. For more information, please visit - http://visualartcenter.org/index.php/vac-news-events/vac-events/national-art-exhibition-at-the-vac
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Cincinnati Art Club’s ViewPoint 49 Art Show in Cincinnati, Ohio October 6th - November 4th, 2017
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"Remembering Iwo Jima" is accepted into Cincinnati Art Club's Viewpoint 49 exhibition. This year, of the more than 300 entries submitted, there were 80 chosen to hang in the show.
The Artist’s Reception and Awards will be on Friday, October 6, 2017, from 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM at the Greenwich House Gallery, 2124 Madison Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45208 ViewPoint 49 will be Open to the Public October 6 through November 4, 2017 Monday through Saturday 11:00 - 5:00PM Visit the link below for more information- http://www.cincinnatiartclub.com/cac-viewpoint.html |
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"High Definition" - Solo Show at Thomas McCormick Gallery - March 17th to May 6th, 2017
Join me on March 17th from 5-7pm for his second solo show at McCormick Gallery. I will have eleven paintings for this new display titled “High Definition”. The subject matter for the show will range from WWII items, to rock n’ roll records, to candy bars, but all paintings will follow the basic theme of nostalgia - and as the title suggests, each piece is rendered to the smallest detail. If you are unable to attend the opening, the show will be on display until May 6th.
Have a Sneak Peek of the Show
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McCormick Gallery
835 W. Washington Boulevard Chicago, IL 60607 312-226-6800 t. 312-226-6588 f. [email protected] Gallery hours: Tuesday - Friday: 10-5 Saturday: 11-5 |
American Art Today: What is Art American Art? At the Bascom in Highland, NC - Oct. 1st to Dec. 11th 2016
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My "Sounds of Earth Single" painting will be competing in a competition at The Bascom in Highland, NC.
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2nd Annual Art of the Heartland at Mena Art Gallery in Mena, AK - Sept 30th - Oct. 30th 2016
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My "WWII Rations" will be displayed in the 2nd Annual Art in the Heartland Competition. This show will have the finest display of representational paintings made in America that display the best of American Art. There will be an opening reception at Mena Art Gallery, Sept. 30th from 6 - 8pm.
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29th Annual Northern National Art Competition in Rhinelander, WI - Sept. 26th - Nov. 4th 2016
"Remembering Iwo Jima" has been accepted into the 29th Annual Northern National Art Competition. This juried show is held at the Nicolet College Art Gallery in Rhinelander, WI. The opening reception on Sept. 24th at 5pm.
Hard to Believe : Visual Illusions of Reality in Bridgeport, IL Aug. 19th - Sept. 30th, 2016
Nine artists who have been accepted into Bridgeport Art Center’s annual art competitions over the past four years, including several award-winners, will be part of an exhibit of hyper-realism. These artists create paintings and drawings that are so skillfully representational that it is difficult to distinguish them from photographs. The exhibit naturally raises questions about the effect of photography on fine art, the definition of “realism” in art, and why such art is so popular. Artists include: Anthony Adcock, Javier Chavira, Jennifer Cronin, Tracy Frein, Russell Harris, Roland Kulla, Jack Nixon, Kyle Surges, Alejandro Zespo Velazquez
Opening reception August 19, 7-10PM
Opening reception August 19, 7-10PM
72nd Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, IN - June 18th to August 20th, 2016
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"WWII Rations" is among the 52 works chosen for inclusion in the 72nd Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition. This show is in Terre Haute, IN at the Swope Art Museum. The opening reception and award ceremony will be June 18th at 3pm. The exhibition will be on display until August 20th.
For more information visit the Swope Art Museum website. *Update 7/14/16 - I won the Grand Prize in Painting! |
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"Chicago Paints" at Ohio University in Athens, OH - Jan. 19th - Feb. 20th, 2016
The opening day to view the show will be January 19th, but the artist reception will be Friday, January 29nd from 5-8 pm and will feature many of Chicago's finest painters. Check out this impressive list of artists!
Steve Carrelli, William Conger, Chris Cosnowski, Michael Hedges, Amanda Joseph, Vesna Jovanovic, Chris Kahler, Louise Lebourgoeis, Judy Ledgerwood, Riva Lerher, Tim Lowly, Elsa Munoz, Sabina Ott, Brian Ritchard, Darrell Roberts, Melody Saraniti, Geoff Smalley, Diana Sudyka, Kyle Surges, Frank Trankina, Amanda Williams, Bernard Williams, Vidvuds Zviedris
More info here : Chicago Paints
In this group show, I will be displaying "Remembering Iwo Jima". You can see the painting in the far left of the fourth image below.
Steve Carrelli, William Conger, Chris Cosnowski, Michael Hedges, Amanda Joseph, Vesna Jovanovic, Chris Kahler, Louise Lebourgoeis, Judy Ledgerwood, Riva Lerher, Tim Lowly, Elsa Munoz, Sabina Ott, Brian Ritchard, Darrell Roberts, Melody Saraniti, Geoff Smalley, Diana Sudyka, Kyle Surges, Frank Trankina, Amanda Williams, Bernard Williams, Vidvuds Zviedris
More info here : Chicago Paints
In this group show, I will be displaying "Remembering Iwo Jima". You can see the painting in the far left of the fourth image below.
Cincinnati Art Club’s ViewPoint 47 Art Show in Cincinnati, Ohio October 2nd - 31st, 2015
My painting Faithful Nichols has been selected for yet another competition! This time it will be in Cincinnati. Below are some details about the show.
This year, of the 375 entries submitted, the Entry Jury selected 90 outstanding works to hang in the show. Our Awards Juror, Robert Hagberg, will judge the awards in person after the show is hung. All award winners will be presented with a specially commissioned plaque manufactured by the Rookwood Pottery Company, in honor of the Club’s 125th Anniversary.
Also, due to the anniversary, we hope to make the Opening and Awards Reception a special occasion this year! We hope you will be able to join us Friday, October 2, 6:00 - 9:00 PM.
EISELE GALLERY OF FINE ART
5729 Dragon Way
Cincinnati, OH 45227
ViewPoint 47 will be Open to the Public October 3 – 31, 2015
Monday through Friday 9:00 - 5:30PM
and Saturdays 10:00 - 3:00PM
This year, of the 375 entries submitted, the Entry Jury selected 90 outstanding works to hang in the show. Our Awards Juror, Robert Hagberg, will judge the awards in person after the show is hung. All award winners will be presented with a specially commissioned plaque manufactured by the Rookwood Pottery Company, in honor of the Club’s 125th Anniversary.
Also, due to the anniversary, we hope to make the Opening and Awards Reception a special occasion this year! We hope you will be able to join us Friday, October 2, 6:00 - 9:00 PM.
EISELE GALLERY OF FINE ART
5729 Dragon Way
Cincinnati, OH 45227
ViewPoint 47 will be Open to the Public October 3 – 31, 2015
Monday through Friday 9:00 - 5:30PM
and Saturdays 10:00 - 3:00PM
Biennial Quad State Exhibit at Quincy Art Center in Quincy, IL - July 18th to September 19th, 2015
I will be showing his painting "Remembering Iwo Jima" in this quad state competition. There will be about 100 pieces in this show so there will be a lot to see. The opening reception will be on July 18th from 7 - 9 pm with awards being announced at 8 pm.
For more information visit the Quincy Art Center website.
For more information visit the Quincy Art Center website.
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Remembering Iwo Jima, 24" x 18", Oil on Panel
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28th Annual Northern National Art Competition in Rhinelander, WI - July 18th to September 11th, 2015
Roasted Marshmallow, Oil on Panel, 28" x 7"
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This is my 3rd year in a row participating in the exhibition. The juror chose "Roasted Marshmallow" painting this year. The show runs from July 18th to September 11th. For more information, go to the Nicolet College website in which the competition will take place.
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71st Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, IN - June 27th to August 8th, 2015
"Faithful Nichols" is among the 55 works chosen for inclusion in the 71st Annual Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition. This show is in Terre Haute, IN at the Swope Art Museum. The opening reception and award ceremony will be June 27th at 4pm. The exhibition will be on display until August 8th.
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Faithful Nichols, 16" x 12", Oil on Panel
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* Update 6/28/15
Kate and I took a weekend trip to Terre Haute, Indiana to see the 71st Wabash Valley Juried Exhibition at the Swope Art Museum and I won the grand prize in painting!
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Luminarts Cultural Foundations 2015 Visual Arts Competition at the Union League Club Chicago, May 12th, 2015
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I am once again accepted as a finalist at the Luminarts Cultural Foundations Visual Arts Competition. There were around 400 applications this year and only about 30 were chosen to be finalists. Five finalists will be awarded $5,000 grants on the night of the reception, May 12th 5:30 - 7:00pm. I will be displaying two paintings in the show, "Remembering Iwo Jima", and "Walked in Lincoln's Steps". Also, as last year, the event will be held at the Union League Club of Chicago. This is a one night show, so May 12th will be the only chance to see it. The event is open to the public however, The Union League Club does hold a strict "no jeans" dress code policy.
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*Update 5/12/15
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The hard work and patience has paid off. It took me a couple of years as a finalist at the Luminarts Visual Arts Competition, but he is finally a Luminarts Fellow.
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Bridgeport Art Center's 3rd Annual Art Competition in Bridgeport, IL - February 28th to April 5th 2015
I'm excited to be a part of the Bridgeport competition again. Two years ago I met gallery owner Tom McCormick through this show, who now represents my work. I also won 2nd place by showing my small candy bar painting, "Miniature Unwrapped". This year I will be displaying my much larger "Red Ryder".
The opening reception and award ceremony will be February 28th from 7-10pm.
The opening reception and award ceremony will be February 28th from 7-10pm.
You Art What You Eat at Union Street Gallery in Chicago Heights, IL - February 25th to March 28th 2015
First competition of 2015! This one is a food related show so I will be exhibiting both my "Roasted Marshmallow" and "Frito Bandito".
Opening Reception will be February 27th from 6-9pm
Below is some more information about the show.
Union Street Gallery is exhibiting art from all over the nation that explores all aspects of food and its cultural significance including cultivation, distribution, preparation, consumption, and appreciation. This exhibit includes creative reflections on the aesthetic qualities of food, art that addresses the dynamic debate about the political, economic, and social dimensions of food production and consumption, and art that focus on traditions surrounding food or how we use food as a rich form of cultural communication.
Opening Reception will be February 27th from 6-9pm
Below is some more information about the show.
Union Street Gallery is exhibiting art from all over the nation that explores all aspects of food and its cultural significance including cultivation, distribution, preparation, consumption, and appreciation. This exhibit includes creative reflections on the aesthetic qualities of food, art that addresses the dynamic debate about the political, economic, and social dimensions of food production and consumption, and art that focus on traditions surrounding food or how we use food as a rich form of cultural communication.
Palm Springs Fine Art Fair at Palm Springs Convention Center in Palm Springs, California - February 12th to 15th 2015
McCormick Gallery will be attending this art fair and Tom decided to bring along my record painting, "Rock N Roll at 78 rpm". Here is a bit of information about the exhibit.
The premier Art Fair in the Southwest During the Height of the Season
The fourth annual Palm Springs Fine Art Fair returns to an eager audience. PSFAF is strategically scheduled over the extended President’s Day Weekend coinciding with Palm Springs Modernism Week at the height of the Coachella Valley’s season. The PSFAF and Modernism Week turn the Desert into a cultural mecca over this weekend, attracting over 14,000 acquisition-oriented art lovers to the Fair in 2014. The results were stunning with millions of dollars in art sales recorded by the 60 exhibiting galleries.
The premier Art Fair in the Southwest During the Height of the Season
The fourth annual Palm Springs Fine Art Fair returns to an eager audience. PSFAF is strategically scheduled over the extended President’s Day Weekend coinciding with Palm Springs Modernism Week at the height of the Coachella Valley’s season. The PSFAF and Modernism Week turn the Desert into a cultural mecca over this weekend, attracting over 14,000 acquisition-oriented art lovers to the Fair in 2014. The results were stunning with millions of dollars in art sales recorded by the 60 exhibiting galleries.
27th Annual Northern National Art Competition - Rhinelander, WI July 22 - September 12 2014
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"Radio" has been selected for the 27th Annual Northern National Art Competition. This is my second time in this annual show. Last year my painting "Packaged Yo-Yo" won the Award of Excellence.
Opening reception at the Nicolet College Art Gallery on July 22 at 5 pm The show runs from July 22 – September 12, 2013 Prizes and Awards - More than $8,500 will be awarded. Three $1,000 Awards of Excellence Show Details |
Luminarts Cultural Foundations 2014 Visual Arts Competition at the Union League Club Chicago, May 13th, 2014
I have been accepted to be a finalist at the Luminarts Cultural Foundations 2014 Visual Arts Competition. There will be 27 other exhibiting artists and five will be awarded $5,000 grants. I'm allowed to show two pieces in the show. His choices are the "Faithful Nichols" and "Red Ryder". Its only a one night show, but since its at the Union League Club, the reception will be exceptional.
This event will showcase the work of the 2014 Visual Arts Competition finalists and the five artists who will be named Luminarts Fellows and awarded $5,000. Celebrate the young and gifted Chicago artists Luminarts recognizes and rewards, while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and a signature/cash bar. This event will be held at the union League Club of Chicago, located at 65 West Jackson Boulevard in Chicago. |
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"Icon Americana" Debut Solo Show at Thomas McCormick Gallery October 25th- Dec. 7th, 2013
Opening reception will be October 25th from 5:30 - 8pm. I will have eleven paintings on display- a whole year's worth of painting! If you cant see the opening, stop by during gallery hours anytime before Dec. 7th.
Thomas McCormick Gallery:
835 W. Washington Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60607
http://www.thomasmccormick.com/exhibitions/77
Gallery hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 10-5
Saturday: 11-5
Thomas McCormick Gallery:
835 W. Washington Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60607
http://www.thomasmccormick.com/exhibitions/77
Gallery hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 10-5
Saturday: 11-5
Kyle with the star of the show at McCormick Gallery 10/25
26th Annual Northern National Art Competition Rhinelander, WI July 2013
My next group show is in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, his first out of state show. I will be displaying his "Packaged Yo-Yo" painting.
A cooperative venture of the Northern Arts Council & the Nicolet Art Gallery. Join artists from throughout the nation in this competition to celebrate creativity through a variety of mediums.
July 23 – September 6, 2013
Opening reception at the Nicolet College Art Gallery on July 23 at 5 pm
Prizes and Awards -
More than $8,500 will be awarded. Three $1,000 Awards of Excellence
A cooperative venture of the Northern Arts Council & the Nicolet Art Gallery. Join artists from throughout the nation in this competition to celebrate creativity through a variety of mediums.
July 23 – September 6, 2013
Opening reception at the Nicolet College Art Gallery on July 23 at 5 pm
Prizes and Awards -
More than $8,500 will be awarded. Three $1,000 Awards of Excellence
* Update 7/24/13
I was at the Northern National Art Competition reception in Rhinelander, Wisconsin this Tuesday. To his surprise there was a blue ribbon next to his painting! He won the Award of Excellence!
Solo Show at The Wilmette Public Library May 2013
In May I will be exhibiting his work for his first solo show at the Wilmette Public Library. The show will be up for the entire month of May. The opening reception wil be on Saturday May 11th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The show will run through May 30th.
Wilmette Library:
1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette, Illinois 60091 • 847-256-5025
Mon - Fri: 9 am - 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 1 pm - 9 pm
Wilmette Library:
1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette, Illinois 60091 • 847-256-5025
Mon - Fri: 9 am - 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 1 pm - 9 pm
National Art Premiere 2013 at the Elmhurst Artists' Guild Gallery March 8th, 2013
My painting "Pull Tab and Daredevil" has been selected for National Art Premiere 2013 at the Elmhurst Artist's Guild Gallery. The show is at the Elmhurst Art Museum and will open March 1st and run until April 26th. The opening reception will be on March 8th from 7pm to 9pm.
Bridgeport Art Center's 1st Annual Art Competition January 5th, 2013
I have been selected to be part of the group show! He will be exhibiting his "Unwrapped Miniature" painting.
Join us for an Awards Ceremony for Bridgeport Art Center’s 1st Annual Art
Competition.
More than 220 submissions have been received from artists living or working within 100 miles of the City of Chicago. The jury has completed the difficult task of selecting an smaller number of works for an exhibition that can be attractively displayed in the gallery. The winners of the 2012 Annual Art Competition will be announced at this exhibition and awards ceremony.
Join us for an Awards Ceremony for Bridgeport Art Center’s 1st Annual Art
Competition.
More than 220 submissions have been received from artists living or working within 100 miles of the City of Chicago. The jury has completed the difficult task of selecting an smaller number of works for an exhibition that can be attractively displayed in the gallery. The winners of the 2012 Annual Art Competition will be announced at this exhibition and awards ceremony.
Wilmette Public Library 30th Annual Juried Art Show October 19th, 2012
I will have one piece in this Wilmette show. My painting "Unwrapped Miniature" will make its debut here!
The show opens October 19th and will last until November 30th.
The show opens October 19th and will last until November 30th.
Union League Civic and Arts Foundation Juried Art Show May 31st, 2012
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My first group show will be at the Union League Club on May 31st. He will be showing two pieces; "Safety Razor" and "Fishing Lure and Bottle Opener".
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