Main Gallery Exhibition
ASSOCIATED ARTIST SPOTLIGHT SHOW
Associated Artists of Winston-Salem
November 1, 2024 - January 6, 2025
Bring in the holiday season with Associated Artists of Winston-Salem, INC. (AAWS) as they open their highly acclaimed, juried exhibition, the Annual Artist Spotlight Show. A select group of artists who excel in their chosen medium will display oils, acrylics, watercolors, sculptures, and photographs.
“The breadth of talent tucked away in little pockets throughout our area is immense. Our organization's mission is to create spaces where all artists can be seen and enjoyed within the community in which they live. We host the Artist Spotlight each year in celebration of those individuals who have excelled in their artistry and are passionate about sharing their unique talents while inspiring others to pursue their passions.” -Susan Powers (President of AAWS)
This year, AAWS asked for cohesive collections that exemplify the artists' signature look and style. Over 175 members of the Associated Artists of Winston-Salem were eligible to enter. Twenty-six artists and 240 pieces applied, only 22% of the pieces were selected for the show for a final number of 11 artists and 54 pieces. Selected artists are:
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Deliece Blanchard, 2023
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Lynne Brown, 2023
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Frank Campion, 2024
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Jane Dicus, 2024
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Kelly Hodges, 2023
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Deborah Petermann, 2019
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Sara Pollino, 2024
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Cheryl Powell, 2022
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Michelle Schenker, 2022
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Maria Senkel, 2024
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Marietta Foster Smith, 2024
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*Years are when they became an Associated Artist of Winston-Salem member
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This year's judge is nationally known and award-winning artist Addren Doss. Doss selected exhibitors and will award prizes for First, Second, and Third place at the reception. Prizes are a new addition to the exhibition process this year.
The opening reception for the show will also feature jazz band Ethernaut, which features Nathaniel Ward, Kassem Williams, and John Daniel Ray. Winston-Salem locals, the group is a familiar feature in the art scene. They have done prior projects and shows with Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County and the North Carolina Museum of Art Winston-Salem (formerly SECCA).
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The Associated Artists of Winston-Salem, Inc. was founded in 1956 by pioneers of the Winston-Salem Arts Community. Our mission is to provide artists with true appreciation by providing them space around the community to exhibit and sell their art. Currently, we have over 175 members, 4 permanent exhibition spaces, 15 community exhibitions, and special one-off exhibitions throughout the year at locations like Atrium’s Wake Forest Baptist Hospital and Salem College.
View ASSOCIATED ARTISTS SPOTLIGHT SHOW
November 1, 2024 - January 6, 2025
Monday - Friday: 9am-9pm
Saturdays: 9am-4pm
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Opening Reception: Friday, November 8, 2024
5:00-7:00pm
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251 N. Spruce Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Free + Open to the Public
Associated Artists Gallery
September 12, 2024 - December 10, 2025
Monday - Friday: 9am-9pm
Saturdays: 9am-4pm
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251 N. Spruce Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Free + Open to the Public