Myra Carrier's Summertime

"Summertime"

Oil by

 

Myra Carrier

Delray Beach, FL

 

 

This oil created by a wonderful artist from Florida, attracted my attention. I enjoyed the artwork and loved the title.

 

~Laura Moul

Kitchen Helpers, a Miniature

 

"Kitchen Helpers"

Acrylic

 

 

 by Sue Wall from New York.

 

"I loved this acrylic miniature painting. Great title: loved the cat as a helper."

 

~Laura Moul,

Renaissance Art Gallery member.

Resthaven Morning

A Painting by James Andrews, Bellevue, OH

"Resthaven Morning"

Oil

 

A wonderful little landscape.

 

"This miniature oil caught my eye. The artist created a tranquil scene that would be enjoyable to visit."

~Laura Moul

Renaissance Art Gallery Artist

 

 

 

“Looks like the perfect place to fish. Reminds me of a lake I know.”

 

~Richard Tschantz

Renaissance Art Gallery Guest.

A Miniature with An Unusual Title

 

Beverly Fotheringham's "Red Glow"

 

Acrylic

 

"This local artist from North Bend WV, created an interesting acrylic miniature painting. The title did draw me in for a more in-depth look."

 

~Laura Moul

Renaissance Art Gallery Artist

 

 

"Absolutley adore this subject!"

 

~Susan Tschantz

Renaissance Art Gallery Artist

White House Pueblo

"White House Pueblo"

Acrylic

Robert R. Newport

 

An interesting painting in an interesting shape. A number of artists this year seemed to embrace the new square canvases and painting panels. White House Pueblo is an acrylic painting on wood block. This gives the painting a different texture than you would get on stretched canvas.

 

An ancient Indian dwelling in the south west, this small painting manages to give the feeling of depth, of receding into the cliff.
 

 

~Susan Tschantz

Renaissance Artist

Carole Carter Nature’s Bounty

 

Carole Carter

"Nature's Bounty"

Oil 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We are happy to welcome Carole to our miniature family. This first time exhibitor shows real mastery of still life in both her entries. I am especially drawn to "Nature's Bounty" as it shows an understanding of both layout and balance that can only be admired.

 

~Susan Tschantz

Renaissance Artist

Comments on "Dreams of Blue" by Brenda Beatty

 

I am always surprised to see non-representational work in the miniature show. It seems to me there is just not enough room to be expressive in such a small space. The piece "Dreams of Blue" by Brenda Beatty however, says so much in with so little. With color and value change this work creates an astounding sense of depth and intrigue. The brilliant whites, mixed blues and mysterious reds take you through layers of vertical structure to an unknowable distance. All the size of a cell phone. Neat!

 

~Ron Haeberle

Renaissance Artist

 

Yvonne Boone "Aegean Charm"

"Aegean Charm"

Watercolor

 

 

 Although I've never traveled to the Aegean, I enjoyed seeing this watercolor which made me want to visit this part of the world. This Virginia artist created a wonderful miniature painting.

 

~Laura Moul

Renaissance Artist

Ronnie Cramer - Red Ducati

"Red Ducati"

 

Ronnie Cramer, Denver CO

Watercolor

 





 

This entry from Colorado caught my attention, just took me back to my high school days when I was not allowed to go riding with my friend. Needless to say, we solved that problem and enjoyed many fun days riding his motorcycle. But “Red Ducati”,” Red Moto” and “Yellow Yamaha”, look like more fun than our Harley.

 

~ Fern Christian

Director

Renaissance Art Gallery

Award of Excellence

The miniature thought to be the most outstanding example of miniature art in this years show is

 

Glenn Leung, Philadephia, PA

"Shess & Antique"

 

Watercolor

 

Extraordinary, meticulous and absurd detail with an overall stunning composition. This painting is magnificent! A beautiful representation of light and reflection. The overall piece shows extreme mastery of technical execution.
 

It begs us to remember the Masters!

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

First Place

1st Place

 

J. Laird-Lagassee,

Auburn, ME

"Apples on a Table"

 

Water Color

 

Such a simple theme that evolves into an exquisite painting. The use of primary colors with a touch of elegance and beauty from three apples. Again, unbelievable detail and visual acuity at the highest level.

 

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

 

Second Place

2nd Place

 

Gail Mac Argel, Saint Peters, MO

"Harmony"

Oils

 

A quite lovely and well conceived composition that speaks to the Classical. The color scheme and use of light is just so stunning and powerful! Amazing, just amazing!

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

 

Teacher’s Merit Award

The artists teaching at the Renaissance Art Gallery sponsor this award and we are happy to award it this year to

Bob Ivers, Horsehead, NY

"Tools of the Trade"
Oils

Great composition and use of line and color.

 

 

 

 

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

Of Special Merit 2

Richard Bulman, Bellingham, WA

"Yarrow"
Drypoint Etching

Elegance and a sheer beautiful aesthetic along with the excellent choice of media with paper.

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

 

Of Special Merit

Merit Awards

 

Merit awards went to:

 

Lena Leitzke, Shoreline, WA

"Guitar"
Mixed Media

 

Nice composition with emphasis on captured sunlight and color scheme.

 

 

 

 

 

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

 

 

 

 

 

In Honor of Artists III

Our Last Honorable mention went to:



Dolores Andrew, Baltimore, MD

"Corn Hill Doorways"

Pen & Ink

Excellent Linear Perspective in such a simple but complex way. Great line work with mass and light.

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition



 

In Honor of Artists II

Also winning an Honorable Mentions is:


Judith Bayes, Treasure Island, FL

“Abandoned”

Acrylic

Such a stunning, dramatic and interesting composition, yet simple. Great use of triangles and complimentary colors

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition
 

In Honor of Artists I

Honorable Mention

 

Honorable Mention awards went to:


 

 

Beverly Fotheringham, North Bend, WV

"Morning Light"
Acrylic

 

What a great example of using complimentary colors and geometry to frame such a lovely animal. Great details on the fur!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

 








 

 

 









 

 

 

 

A Compliment to Artists

Complimentary Awards

 

 

Three complimentary awards were given this year to:


 

 

Ruth K. Penn, Dunkirk, MD

"Parade of Pots"
Porcelain

 

Such attention to minute details, a marvelous work that is displayed with thought and admiration.

 

Yvonne James, Palm Harbor, FL

"Spotted Cat"
Colored Pencil

 

I can hear the music and feel the rhythm of this place. Very nice narrative capturing a great moment

 









 

Behzad Fallahi, Esfahn-Iran

"Omar Khayyam, (Poet)"
Watercolor

 

Very nice brush work and an engaging composition that leaves us with intrigue and an element of mystery!

~Tom Suter,

Juror, 2012

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

 

 

 

Juror’s Statement – The 12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition

 

First of all, a special thank you to all of the people who made this event possible Allowing me the distinct privilege to jury this unique show is quite an honor. The overall range, individual talent and quality of these works are quite impressive. The extreme technical execution and extraordinary detail amazes me!

 

This exhibition has great variety in technique and subject matter, showing a broad range of approaches to the technical and formal concerns of miniature art making. A great number of pieces seemed to address formal concerns such as rendering of light, composition and use of color. All of the artworks were viewed many times very closely and carefully before final selections were made. Please keep in mind that a single juror brings a certain bias to the selection process, and sees the work through his or her own “mind and eyes.” It is entirely possible, even highly probable, that another juror may select and comprise a totally and very different show!

 

Congratulations to all of you, whether your work was ultimately awarded a place or not. It is truly an act of bravery to put yourself forward in such a manner, to submit work that may be very near and dear to your heart to be judged by one. Indeed, we are all so thankful that you had the courage to accept the challenge, put forth the time and effort and share with us your gifts and talents! Go forth and excel with dignity.

 

Never stop making art.

 

 

Sincerely,

Thomas E. Suter

 

 

 

 

Awards and Comments

Of course one of the things people are most interested in with any new art show are the selections and comments of the juror. What did she/he like? What didn't he like? Why?

This year's Juror was Tom Suter, director of art Ohio University at OU Southern.

To him fell the daunting task of reviewing all the work entered into the 12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition and selecting the few, the proud and the beautiful.

Not easy.

We had 70 entries, from 19 states and Iran as well and many, many local artists from Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia. So there was a lot of art to look at!

But he proved up to the task.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reception, 2012

 Our reception for the 12th Annual National Minature Exhibition was well attended

People spent their time admiring the art and selecting their favorites

We had a great refreshment table

Many people made their choice of favorite a purchase.

Local Media did a good job covering the opening

Huntington's Herald-Dispatch

Opening Reception: 12th Annual National Miniature Exhitibition

Show Opening

 

If you did not get to the opening reception for the 12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition, you missed a really great time! The refreshment table was overflowing, the coffee was hot and the conversations sizzled!

 

Oh, and the art on the walls was not bad either!

 

Well, the art is great. Really.

 

With 70 entries into this show, it is our biggest little exhibition to date. But no all of it is on the walls, we have a nice showing of three-dimensional art as well.

 

At times, it was so crowded, you could barely move in either room of the Renaissance Art Gallery. We so enjoyed talking to old friends and meeting so many new artists to our community. This show had the largest number of newly emerged artists. So many have never shown before. It is really encouraging to see them take this step into the greater art world.

 

It was also nice to welcome old friends back and see how they have progressed.[Some of our artists who were not able to attend this year have been noted as missing - we always miss your smiling faces. We wish you well and hope to see you again next year .In the meantime try to come by and see the exhibit before it comes down December 9th .

 

We the artists of the Renaissance Art Gallery, want to thank all the artist-participants and patrons for making this such a spectacular show.

12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition Opening

 

On Sunday, November 4, 2012 the Renaissance art gallery will host an opening reception for the 12th Annual National Miniature Exhibition for artists and the public. Everyone is welcome to come in and see this wonderful and unique art show.

 

McCray
"Less is More"
Miniature Oil Painting



With 70 artist, this is our biggest miniature show ever. There are over 200 pieces of fine art ranging from oil paintings to sculptures, all small enough to hold in your hand.

 

The reception will be held November 4 from 2-4 pm in the exhibition room of the Renaissance gallery. The show will run until December 9, 2012. the Gallery is located in the historic Renaissance Building on the ground floor.

 

 The Renaissance Art Gallery

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Huntington, WV 25701

 

Gallery (304) 525-3235

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Friday & Saturday 12-4 pm, Sunday 1-4 pm

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"Friends"
Miniature Drawing