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A walk in the woods is a multi-sensory experience stimulated by the varied textures and layers found in the woodland environment. From micro to macro scale we are bombarded by what we can see, hear, smell and touch. Artists’ impressions of the many textures and layers in the woods- ranging from realistic to abstractions- can evoke these sensory experiences.   

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Juror of Selection and Awards

Susan Behrens

Susan Behrens is a nationally exhibited artist. Recent awards include 1st place in Natural Homes: Nests, Burrows, Caves and Trees at View Arts and 1st place at the Artragious Bird Exhibit in Whitewater, WI.

My paintings begin in a playful manner with paints, shapes and marks. Layers build up and are later scraped back to reveal what is hidden beneath the surface. Textures and shapes find their way to the surface allowing my paintings to evolve naturally. I am attracted to the organic textures, materials and life forms that nature offers. Not knowing what the final outcome will be when I begin a painting is exciting. Being surprised at the outcome brings me great joy. This is a creative process that demands experimentation, playfulness, focus and attention. It teaches me trust, patience and awareness. For me, painting is both liberating and calming. I love the process and delight in the outcome. – Sue Behrens

https://susanbehrens.com

Award Winners

First Place
The Larch Wood in Winter, Tiina Bockrath

Second Place
Soundless, Dan Lloyd

Third Place
April Morning, Regina Quinn

Honorable Mention
Sprue-Systems: Static Flow of Info-nutrients, Fanni Somogyi

Honorable Mention
Change, Margaret Brenner

Participating Artists 

Carol Adamec
Camillus, NY

Peter Allen
Syracuse, NY

David Bartlett
Farmington Hills, MI

Tiina Bockrath
Cambridge, NY

Marsha Borden
Guilford, CT

Margaret Brenner
Hamilton, NY

Dawnja Burris
Brooklyn, NY

Marianne Calenda
Elizabethtown, PA

Tara Charles
Auburn, NY

Robert Coppen
Sauquoit, NY

Nancy DiDonato
Diamond Point, NY

Todd Dieringer
Wadsworth, OH

Catherine Ellsworth
Watertown, NY

Bob Fisher
Olmstedville, NY

Judy Gignesi
Katonah,NY

Ilene Gold
Baltimore, MD

Julie Gratien
East Syracuse, NY

Becky Harblin
Norwood, NY

Cheryl Holz
Aurora, IL

Roger Hyndman
Ballston Spa, NY

Dawnice Kerchaert
Pontiac, MI

Nancy Lane
Canandaigua, NY

Dan Lloyd
Newfane, VT

Barry Lobdell
Saranac Lake, NY

Mary Murphy
Barneveld, NY

Elizabeth (Betty)O'Brien
Queensbury, NY

Eric Olsen
Charlotte, NC

Regina Quinn
Gilboa, NY

Elaine Ross
Batavia, NY

Michelle Saffran
Moretown, VT

Joe Smith
Phillipston, MA

Fanni Somogyi
Baltimore, MD

Bill Stephens
Honeoye Falls, NY

Jean K. Stephens
Honeoye Falls, NY

Eleanor Sweeney
Saranac Lake, NY

Jerry Wein
Milton, NY