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On  Both Sides - Judging and Being Judged

11/2/2013

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In the past few months,  I have been on both sides of the "easel." In September, I was one of three judges for the First Mendocino Open Paint Out (MOPO). All judges had to come to consensus before awarding prizes. By participating, I realized how many of the artists came very close to receiving an award. This experience reminded me how subjective judging can be.

I was also able to paint at this event and here is one of my paintings, "Mendocino Garden – 12" x 9".
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Fast Forward to October:  I was asked to participate in the Laguna Beach Plein Air Invitational. I found myself hoping for some acknowledgement for all my hard work. The show was spectacular and there were many paintings that I felt were deserving of an award. I received the second place prize, $2,500 Award of Excellence, sponsored by Aliso Creek Inn. Grateful to receive this award, my recent experience of being a judge allowed me to keep it in perspective.

My advice to other painters -  "Keep entering those shows, improve your skills, and you will be acknowledged from time to time. However, winning awards is not the goal. These awards are subjective, and should not define who you are as a painter - that is up to you."

Here is the award-winning painting with a smiling artist. "Morning Meditation 24" x 20""
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