An exhibition of photographic works in all disciplines.
Featuring artwork by:
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London Tea Room Photograph by Erik S. Anderson
First Place, Beyond the Lens XIV (2020)
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1st Place:
Insight
Jane Linders
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2nd Place:
Reaching
Jill Beyder
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3rd Place
New Beginnings
Liz McCarthy
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Honorable Mention:
Unseen Ways
Wanda Parsons
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Honorable Mention:
African Mason
Debbie Kindschuh
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People's Choice Award:
Heron at Sunset
Tom Strutz
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Honorable Mention:
Laugh Lines
Ruth Ann Bauers
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Honorable Mention:
Mondrian Pastiche
Michael C. Daft
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Honorable Mention:
Window to the Past
Christine Lohse
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Honorable Mention:
A Beekeeper’s Photo Log
Pat Jackson
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About Juried Exhibits
Jurors’ Statement
When examining artwork of any media, there are core elements that inspire our reactions. While we all have our biases for subject matter or color or styles, these elements are the more objective qualities that aid our reactions.
Over the years, the owners of Framations have been asked repeatedly what a juror is looking for and more often why particular pieces were not chosen to be part of an exhibit. As part a nod to the 15th annual exhibit and also an experiment in critique and appreciation to the artists exhibiting with Framations, the owners decided to co-jury Beyond the Lens XV.
The owners offered this exhibit as a critique process for artists. Each piece entered received at least a brief comment in regards to either why it was accepted, why it was declined, or some other constructive criticism intended to encourage and improve the artist’s craft. As we all know, there is a level of subjectivity in any sort of judgement, but the elements of art as well as technique. craftsmanship and presentation were a focus. Composition, balance, and values were also factors discussed to a great deal in this process. Another concept that weighed in was the scale. Often with photography, artists are quick to print a standard size photograph and not consider how the size and image plane or cropping affects the impact of their image. These were all weighed as part of the overall imagery presented by the artists.
In regards to the award winners:
First Place: "Insight" - This piece was technically very well executed. The use of infrared for this subject matter was a great choice. It creates a piece that’s not only visually interesting, but also dynamic in the contrast between the subtle warmth of the statue and the cool toned foliage. The use of infrared created a translucent almost layered look, giving the statue an otherworldly air. There’s also a nice contrast in the textures between the natural and manmade. And also between the sharp needles and the very delicate round leaves and flowers.
Second Place: "Reaching" - At first glance, the subject matter appears very simple on the surface. But the more time spent with this piece and the simple title....so much can be read into this work. Perhaps it is a commentary on our times and what we have all experienced over this past year. On one level, when you think of trees, as a symbol for family, one side seems stable, and the other, more erratic. Both are reaching, but both are lacking, not filling the space between. This image is so simple, yet so complex.
Third Place: "New Beginnings" - When shooting flowers at the Botanical garden, so often, photographers take shots that all look the same. The artist has managed to take the ordinary and make it extraordinary. The use of color with the magenta tones adds impact and the buds look like they are glowing. Wonderful choice of substrate in the metal printing. Technically outstanding.
Honorable Mention: "Unseen Ways" - This image causes the viewer to look repeatedly and holds the viewer’s attention, trying to discern the subject matter. Interesting use of color on a very textural and complex surface.
Honorable Mention: "Mondrian Pastiche" - This image has a very strong design element and fantastic composition. Good use of color and attention to layering and detail.
Honorable Mention: "Window to the Past" - This is a very nice play on the dichotomy between shapes presented. The sharp, irregular forms are contained by the flat formations of the bricks. It has the feel of controlled chaos, brought to bear by the angle, exaggerated by the sharp edge. Great play with textures.
Honorable Mention: Triptcyh "A Beekeeper's Photo Log" - This is a wonderful conceptual piece. We enjoyed that the artist is thinking both “outside” the box and “inside the box”! The viewer sees only the outside of the beehive at first. Then must open the frame to view the activity that is occurring inside.
Honorable Mention: “African Mason" - An exemplary biographical portrait. Print quality is excellent.
Honorable Mention: “Laugh Lines” - Great portrayal of a personality. You can see his joy captured, and the viewer can’t help but wonder just what he’s seeing in person. Nice profile shot as visual interest and the close crop makes the picture.
Jurors: Amy Wilson and Sarah Merideth founded Framations Custom Framing business in 2005 and opened their brick and mortar shop with the addition of the art gallery in 2006. Before their 14+ years of Gallery ownership, exhibit management and 40+ combined years of framing experience: Amy's background includes decades of management experience in photo labs with both film and digital media, home decor, and custom framing. Sarah's background includes a BA in art with experience in working in and critiquing multimedia work, and several years of management and framing experience.
Over the years, the owners of Framations have been asked repeatedly what a juror is looking for and more often why particular pieces were not chosen to be part of an exhibit. As part a nod to the 15th annual exhibit and also an experiment in critique and appreciation to the artists exhibiting with Framations, the owners have to decide to co-jury Beyond the Lens XV.
The owners are offering this exhibit as a critique process for artists. Each piece entered will have at least a brief comment provided from the jurors in regards to either why it was accepted, why it was declined, or some other constructive criticism intended to encourage and improve the artist’s craft. As we all know, there is a level of subjectivity in any sort of judgement, but the elements of art as well as technique. craftsmanship and presentation will be a focus.
