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Cover Contest Results - 2006 Horses in Art

Shower Stall by Michelle Grant
Horses In Art first annual 2006 cover contest resulted in a three-way tie for first place, and two-way ties for second and third. The three first-place winners were awarded covers for the Summer, Fall, and Winter 2006 Horses In Art issues. Many of the award winners will become topics of featured articles throughout the year.

The cover contest judges were Roy and Barb Wieghorst, and Silver Creek Fine Art gallery owner Lynn Endicott. Roy is the son of western painter Olaf Wieghorst and is often asked to lecture on the topic of western art. Lynn Endicott has been immersed in the art world with her gallery for over 25 years. Reading their comments about the art also shows they are no strangers to horses.

We share with you a few comments from our judges:

Shower Stall by Michelle Grant:
“The atmosphere, textures and feeling of being right there are conveyed in this engaging oil by Michelle Grant. No need to explain the story of the painting, it’s all there. The cold morning, steam rising off the sweating harness horse after a workout as it’s hosed off, harness being hung and put away, the scene unfolds beautifully with Grant’s brush work.”
Moro – Acrylic on Canvas by Maria Rodriguez.

Moro by Maria Evangelina Rodriguez:
“Of all the pieces of art that we looked at, this piece was one of the most dynamic and intriguing. The artist’s use of color as well as drawing technique resulted in the composition that is both visually enjoyable and interesting. The looseness of the painting style adds to the appeal of this piece.”

Gala by Christina Botzel
“This painting portrays the Andalusian horse in all their strength and beauty. Being a watercolor, it demonstrates the artist’s mastery of this medium. Andalusians are a noble and docile blend of agile movements, beauty, and talent. This Andalusian shows the harmonious movements notorius to the breed with or without the rider.”

Places to go, Promises to Keep by Stacy Maeda
“Love the power portrayed in this horse. This stunning image could have been called freedom. Nothing is more beautiful and exhilarating than to watch a horse running free. Stacy truly captured the grace and power of this horse on a mission – you’d best get out of his way!”
Gala – Watercolor by Christina Botzel.

June 9th in the Black Hills… by Bob Coronato
“Bob managed to capture this very cold working day, so cold the cowboys have to stop and pick up the calves. Love that horse that stands while you are off, trying to get your job done.”

Cherokee by Elizabeth Robinson
“The artist’s selection of a horse galloping in the snow adds greatly to this piece’s appeal. Using the medium of pastel makes this even more pleasurable to the eye.”

Cover Contest Winners

1st Shower Stall, watercolor by Michelle Grant – Summer cover
1st Gala, watercolor by Christina Botzel – Fall cover
1st Moro, mixed media by Maria Rodriguez – Winter cover
2nd Places to Go, Promises to Keep, oil by Stacy Maeda
2nd Day Dreams, oil by Mary Goforth
3rd Got ‘Em Cornered, oil by Sal Vasquez
3rd Poor Man’s John Deere, Colored Pencil by Marti Hubbell

Honorable Mentions

Cherokee, pastel by Elizabeth Robinson
Snow Beast, oil by Amanda Pinkerton
Cholo, acrylic by Shannon Lawlor
Belgian Two-Step, acrylic by Phyllis Waltman
O’Donnell, pastel by Martin Bettin
June 9th in the Black Hills, oil by Bob Coronato
Feel the Thunder, bronze by Cat Bercier
Splash Party, graphite by Jim Halsey
Portrait of a Lady, colored pencil by Debby Thomas
Ground Tied, watercolor by Susan Neill
Morning Drive, colored pencil by Kenna Al-Sayed
Walking them Home, oil by Robert Goodnoe
Eye Golden, oil by Ruth Andre
Wild Oats, oil by JF Policky
Bella, pastel by Debbie Goldring

Congratulations to all the award winners from the staff at Horses in Art. Our sincere thank you to all who sent in their wonderful images. The 2007 cover contest deadline will be December 31, 2006.

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