Small is beautiful too! Every May, Gallery 302 invites its artists to submit works in their chosen mediums for its annual Miniature Show. Conforming to strict size specifications, the pieces in the exhibit represent a wide variety of both 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional art.Any given show might include, for example, diminutive paintings, pottery or ceramics, glass and metal sculptures, basketry, wood, and jewelry. The work is juried and prizes are awarded. Molly Mains coordinates this show.
This year the show was judged by Barbara Traficonte of Waterford, Maine. Barbara graduated from Douglass College Rutgers University with a degree in Fine Arts and Art Education. For many years Barbara has taught children and adults in a variety of mediums.Her own pastels, oils, and watercolors are shown locally and in Camden, Maine and reside in many international collections. She has judged numerous art shows.
Cindy Spencer received first place for her watercolor entitled "Sunflowers." (See photo) Barbara commented on the "good presentation" of the work and the composition being "spot on." "Forest Retreat" won second place by Anne Bernard for her "interesting use of encaustic". Carol Rhoads piece "Mother and Child" received third place. There are many other fine works of art to see in the show which will be up until the end of May. Donna Kantor won the People's Choice!
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Eligibility
- Artists must be current exhibiting artists of Gallery 302 or members of the Bridgton Art Guild.
- Artistic Requirements
- All art work must be original.
- Image size should not exceed 25 square inches (4”x6”).
- Frames should not exceed 120 square inches (10”x12” outside dimension of frame).
- No plastic frames, photograph frames, gallery clips, or saw tooth hangers.
- Sculpture may not exceed 8”x 8”x 8” with or without base.
- All prints must be hand pulled by the artist.
- Jewelry, crafts, functional work, photographic work or computer techniques will not be accepted.
- Each artist is allowed to enter 3 pieces of art. Depending on space, we may only be able to hang one or two of each artist’s work. Works should be marked as 1st, 2nd and 3rd choices
- All liability issues will be covered by the normal contract for current exhibitors. Artists who are not currently showing their work in Gallery 302 must sign a waiver releasing Gallery 302 from any liability regarding theft or damage to their art work.
- All artist’s work will be interspersed when hung.
