Art for Lunch: July 14, , 12 pm. WHY: To share work by contemporary artists from all over the state, as selected by an outside of Corvallis arts professional. Mario Mesquita Regional Arts and Culture Council chose 43 works, by as many artists, out of images. The AOA shows work by contemporary artists from all over the state, in various media and subject matter.
He is a practicing artist a curator of exhibits. I think this was quite a good method since a juror can be led to see what the artist says is in the work of art at times. I was also delighted to find most submissions were well-photographed. This is still an essential skill an artist must acquire if taking their own photos. The image is the only language for an artist to communicate with a juror. I want to thank the Art Center for inviting me to jury Around Oregon The submissions presented how enriched our Oregon community and view of the creative landscape to me.
There were so many strong works of art that choosing approximately pieces was a difficult task. I usually approach the process by identifying those pieces that I think absolutely qualify to be in the show and then select additional pieces to arrive at the required number to make a robust exhibition.
This was based on a rubric developed that took into consideration originality, theme, craftsmanship, connection or engagement, and a statement. I had to make sure that only one work was selected per artist. There were a handful of artists who I had initially selected two works or more from what they had submitted. Do not be discouraged if your work was not included. This would qualify as one of the most competitive shows I have juried.
What was the motivation of the artist to create? I think this was quite a good method. But also delighted to find most submissions were well photographed. I hope the audience enjoys the show as much as I enjoyed looking at the images and selecting the works for the exhibition. I was deeply moved by some of the work, was joyed at the beauty of some pieces, and challenged by others.
