On My Own Time

Employee Art ShowWinners &

Honorable Mentions

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Black and White Photo

Honorable Mention

Martyn TimsonDolbadarn Castle

Black and White PhotographProfessional

“Quiet and reflective piece

that is built on a moment

of appreciation.”

Honorable Mention

Lynne JacobsTemple of the Highway

Black and White PhotographAmateur

“This has excellent composition

and artistic choices; also implies

contemporary commentary and

layered perspectives.”

First Place

Ezequiel CambranisMagnus

Black and White PhotographProfessional

“Wonderful pose and gesture.

Paper choice adds richness to

an interesting subject choice.”

First Place

Jeffrey KahnYellowstone Landscape

Black and White PhotographAmateur

“This is a salute to the heroic

traditions of great American

landscape painting and

photography.”

Ceramic and Wood

Honorable Mention

Vicki FurgersonTextured Vase with Hand-Mixed Blue Glaze

Ceramic and WoodAmateur

“This vessel shows off attractive

cool blue tones with warm earth

tones supporting it.”

Color Photo

Honorable MentionJoseph Tan

Round N’ RoundColor Photograph

Professional

“Exciting to look at

and experience.

Great showy color.”

Honorable Mention

Govi ChouWhere Are the Chairs?

Color PhotographAmateur

“I love this piece.

It is a perfect moment.”

Honorable Mention

Karlotta EtheridgeMaster Weaver

Color PhotographAmateur

“Clear, simple, beautifully

constructed piece.”

Honorable Mention

Jason KeySmitty’s, Lockhart, Texas

Color PhotographAmateur

“Great ‘slice of life’

work with sophisticated

use of images, concept

and color.”

First Place

Melanie LevineRed Bicycle

Color PhotographProfessional

“This work takes us away to a

rich and complex world using

striking color, pattern and

texture. The image combination

is terrific.”

First Place

Rich GrotherMornin’

Color PhotographAmateur

“Adventurous, bold and rich with

layers of color and atmosphere;

strong, but tasteful framing.”

Enhanced Photo and Computer Art

Honorable Mention

Dennis MashJazz

Enhanced Photo and Computer ArtProfessional

“Excellent combination of

open and closed forms and

familiar versus ambiguous

shapes.”

Honorable Mention

Paul ScottDome Duo

Enhanced Photo and Computer ArtAmateur

“Really a jewel-like work.

Rings visually clear as a bell.”

First Place

John Z. SadlerCorridor

Enhanced Photo and Computer ArtProfessional

“This work shows great restraint and a

mature approach to contemporary tools

and technology. Beautiful!”

First Place

Phillip SladekSnail on Tree

Enhanced Photo and Computer ArtAmateur

“Gorgeous, painterly approach

that deepens relationships

throughout the piece.”

Jewelry and Metal

Honorable Mention

Arielle ClickStone Circle Pendant

Jewelry and MetalAmateur

“Piece communicates

warmth and dignity.”

First Place

Wilford K. MooreMidnight Blue

Jewelry and MetalAmateur

“Nicely conceived and

presented; understated,

but visual, arouses one's

curiosity.”

Mixed Media

First Place

Juliana Robles-CambranisEl Mar

Mixed MediaProfessional

“Sensuous treatment of the

surface and the artist

employs effective restraint.”

First Place

Susan FredricksonSelf Portrait: Doll Artist

Mixed MediaAmateur

“Just great - such a beautifully

detailed self-portrait and strong

craftsmanship. Really

communicates with the viewer.”

Sculpture

Honorable Mention

Julie LivelySilly Frog on Lilypad

SculptureAmateur

“Its title says exactly what it is -

"Made me chuckle"!”

First Place

Jane ScottTry Your Wings

SculptureProfessional

“Funky, romantic and

expressive; nicely

constructed and sends a

great message.”

First Place

Patrick MalafronteSkylift

SculptureAmateur

“Has the spirit and energy of

Calder's Circus figures.”

Textiles / Fiber Art

Honorable MentionPatrice Griffith

JourneysTextiles/Fiber Art

Amateur

“Lively shape and vibrant

use of pattern and

design. Quite effective in

how it activates an

environment.”

First Place

Colleen CalverCash

Textiles/Fiber ArtAmateur

“Love this piece - Great

image, color, pattern, humor.

Made with love and excellent

craftsmanship.”

Works on Paper

Honorable Mention

Tammy WascovichBig Man in a Little Vest

Works on PaperProfessional

“Terrific contemporary subject.

Such good technique and use of

materials and tools.”

Honorable Mention

Andrea Pavia-JimenezSambo

Works on PaperAmateur

“Meticulous craftsmanship and

superbly considered. I can just

imagine the artist working on

this piece.”

Honorable Mention

Gabrielle CoxAfrican Woman and Baby

Works on PaperAmateur

“Dramatic use of dark, light and

deep tones to tell the story.

A beautiful work.”

First Place

Anne HollingworthThis Must Be California! (a finding)

Works on PaperProfessional

“Such an inventive and crazy

world the artist has created;

imaginative and beautifully

executed.”

First Place

William MessimerI Used to Catch Lizards

Works on PaperAmateur

“Unusual use of perspective

and scale. A wonderful subject

and very well done.”

Works on Canvas

Honorable MentionAan Williams

North SeaWorks on Canvas

Amateur

“This is a riot of color and

gesture, but is well-

controlled and directed by

the artist. Lots of energy.”

Honorable Mention

Jana StrunkVernazza, Italy

Works on CanvasAmateur

“In the time-honored

tradition of 19th

Century post-

impressionist. This is

a satisfying tribute to

painters and

painting.”

First Place

Kenneth MasseyThe Guitar PlayerWorks on Canvas

Professional

“This painting pays homage to

master painters of the past,

showing exceptional

craftsmanship, composition,

decision-making and maturity.

It is really a gift to us.”

First Place

Lisa JonesDon’t Look BackWorks on Canvas

Amateur

“This is fresh, original, and

stripped down to a simple

statement that describes

an act we all can relate to.”

Best of Show

Richard Grother

Mornin’

BEST OF SHOW

“Adventurous, bold and rich

with layers of color and

atmosphere; strong, but tasteful

framing. This piece shows the

artist's commitment to the

subject and artistic process, as

well as vision.”

People’s Choice

Randy Neely

Greener Pastures

PEOPLE’S CHOICE

Thank You to ALL who participated!

We’ll see younext year!