Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, Announce Winners of the “2021 Biennale, 27th National Juried Art Exhibition”

Art League of Hilton Head awarded 13 winners at the opening reception of the “2021 Biennale, 27th National Juried Art Exhibition” on May 7, 2021. Over $5,000 in cash prizes were awarded. The exhibit runs through May 26, 2021, at Art League Gallery located inside the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina on Hilton Head Island, SC.

On Saturday, May 8, many patrons and artists returned to Art League Gallery to attend a “Critic’s Coffee” where judge, Marc Hanson, discussed his selection process, judging criteria and offered commentary on some of the winning artwork.

2021 Biennale Award Winners:


Work by Charles Cashwell

First Prize
“At the Beach”
Acrylic
By Charles Cashwell (Sautee Nachoochee, GA)
Prize Amount: $1,500

Second Prize
“Wilding Warrior”
Soft Pastel
By William Schneider (Vlg. Of Lakewood, IL)
Prize Amount: $1,000

Third Prize
“Great Egret – Modern Dance”
Photography
By Susanne Swing Thompson (Atlanta, GA)
Prize Amount: $750

Honorable Mention
“The Forgotten Four: The Re-Integration of American Football”
Oil
By Tony Barton (Tallahassee, FL)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“Feather Afloat”
Photography
By Joan Eckhardt (Okatie, SC)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“1961 Honda 50 Motorcycle”
Acrylic
By Shannon Fannin (Austin, TX)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“Carolina Dunes”
Oil
By Dale Finley (Franklin, TN)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“Long Night Cafe”
Infinity Mirror Miniature
By Phil Gleason (Tallahassee, FL)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“Into the Light”
Pastel
By Ray Hassard (Cincinnati, OH)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“Stronger”
Charcoal and Watercolor Pencil
By Jonathan Murrill (Vinton, VA)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“Miss Lily’s Variety”
Oil
By Philip Palma (Hilton Head Island, SC)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“A Perfect Day”
Transparent Watercolor
By David Rankin (Cleveland, OH)
Prize Amount: $200

Honorable Mention
“Covid #1”
Woodcut Print
By Roger Walkup (Baltimore, MD)
Prize Amount: $200

For further information call 843/681-5060 or visit (www.artleaguehhi.org).

Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, Calls for Entries for National Juried Exhibition – Deadline Mar. 19, 2021

Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, invites artists to enter the “2021 Biennale”, its 27th National Juried Exhibition, held every other year across multiple media types including; Oil or Acrylic, Pastel, Watermedia, Photography, Mixed Media, Three-Dimensional, or All Other. Over $5000 in cash prizes will be awarded. All works of art selected by jurors will be on display at Art League Gallery. This gallery provides the finest exhibit space with high tourist and community visibility.


Work by Aldo Muzzarelli, Frist Place winner in 2019

The deadline for applications is March 19, 2021.

For more information and to enter, go to (https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=7545).

The 27th “Biennale” judge is Marc Hanson, a nationally known, award-winning landscape artist currently based on Tybee Island, near Savannah, GA. He is a Master Signature Member of the Oil Painters of America (O.P.A.M.) having won awards of excellence over numerous years at the OPA National Exhibit, including a Bronze Medal for Painting Excellence in 2011. He has also placed four times in The Pastel Journal’s ‘Pastel 100’ competition, among many other prestigious awards throughout his career.

Hanson has been published in national art publications, including being featured on the covers of “Plein Air” and “Southwest Art Magazine”, and in the book “Oil Painting Secrets With The Masters,” by Cindy Salaski. His work has been shown in museums and galleries throughout the United States and abroad and can be found in both private and public collections. In addition to painting, Hanson teaches landscape workshops both in-studio and en Plein air, locally and around the country.

The “2021 Biennale” exhibition will be free and open to the public from May 2 – 26, 2021 at Art League Gallery, located inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina on Hilton Head Island, SC. An opening reception and awards ceremony will take place on Friday, May 7, from 5-7pm.

For further information call the League at 843/681-5060 or e-mail to (admin@artleaguehhi.org).

Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, Announces Award Winners from “CraftHiltonHead2020”

Fine art craft artists from 22 states competed for cash prizes at “CraftHiltonHead2020” 7th National Juried Fine Art Craft Guild Exhibition, presented by Art League of Hilton Head. This national, juried craft exhibition showcases over 70 two and three dimensional high-quality craftworks at Art League of Hilton Head Gallery located mid-island, inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC.

The award-winners were announced on Facebook Live for a Virtual Awards Reception on Oct. 7, 2020. The winning selections were chosen by the Director of Cultural Affairs for Hilton Head Island, Jenn McEwen. $3,000 in prizes were awarded.

The awards were as follows:


“Coral I” by Flavia Lovatelli

First Place – $1000 Prize “Coral I”, Paper by Flavia Lovatelli from South Carolina

Second Place – $750 Prize, “Rejoice”
Porcelain & Gold Leaf, by Deneece Harrell from Florida

Third Place – $500 Prize, “Argalia”, Mixed Media Sculptural Mosaic on Animal Skull, by Kate Hanley from Michigan

Honorable Mention – $150 Prize, “Women’s March”, Handwoven Tapestry, by Laura Burcin from South Carolina

Honorable Mention – $150 Prize, “Serenity 2”, Terra Cotta, by Sheri Farbstein from South Carolina

Honorable Mention – $150 Prize, “Solitude 3,” Fiber, by Delaney Conner from New York

Honorable Mention – $150 Prize, “Piano Dancing,” Bronze
By Julia Knight from Georgia

Honorable Mention – $150 Prize, “Cube of Haiku,” Mixed Media, by Michael Kolitsky from New Jersey

Art League of Hilton Head is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit visual arts organization on Hilton Head Island with a synergistic art gallery and teaching Academy.

Art League Academy welcomes artists and students in all media at all skill levels, including true beginners. Taught by professional art educators, students can choose from many art classes and workshops that change monthly.

Art League Gallery features local artwork in all media created by more than 170 member artists. All artwork on display is for sale and exhibits change every month. Located mid-island inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, next to the box office. Art League Gallery is open every day, Mon. – Sat., 10am – 4pm & Sun., 12 – 4pm plus 90 minutes prior to all Arts Center Performances.

“Inspiring visual arts for our community and its visitors through exhibitions, education and partnerships” is Art League of Hilton Head’s mission.

For further information call the League at 843/681-5060 or visit (www.artleaguehhi.org).

At ‘Got Art?’ EVERYONE gets art! From the Art League of Hilton Head, SC – Oct. 1, 2020

The Art League of Hilton Head’s annual fundraising benefit, Got Art?, makes collectors out of art enthusiasts. Each $100 ticket provides participation in the live Zoom drawing and guarantees one original piece of art. Only 100 tickets will be sold. This popular event is sure to be a sellout!

The event takes place online on Thursday, October 1, starting at 6pm.

Artwork donated by Art League member artists may include paintings, drawings, photography, collage, jewelry, ceramic, and sculpture. Each piece of art is valued at $200 or more.

What makes this event exciting is that ticket holder’s names are selected at random. This allows each person to select one piece of art. You never know when your name will be called or which pieces will still be available when it’s your turn to choose. Got Art? always proves to be a lively event!

Work by Michael Murphy

WHEN: Thursday, October 1, starting at 6pm. When your name is drawn, choose an original piece of art. Everybody is a winner!

FREE PUBLIC PREVIEW: See the artwork in person at Art League Gallery. More than 100 Got Art? artworks will be on display at Art League Gallery September 29 – October 1, from 10am-4pm. Make a list of your top favorites to prepare for the live Zoom event on October 1, 6-7:30pm.

The artwork will also be viewed online on our Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ArtLeagueHiltonHead/) and our website (www.artleaguehhi.org).

ARTWORK PICKUP: All artwork may be picked up from the gallery the Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 2, 3 and 4, following the event during our business hours Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday 12-4pm.

Work by Peg Weschke

HOW: Purchase a $100 ticket. Visit (www.artleaguehhi.org/gotart) or call 843/681-5060. Tickets also available at Art League Gallery and Art League Academy.

Only 100 tickets will be sold. You must have a ticket to participate in the live Zoom event. Each ticket awards one piece of art.

Art League of Hilton Head is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit visual arts organization on Hilton Head Island with a synergistic art gallery and teaching Academy. Art League Academy welcomes artists and students in all media at all skill levels, even true beginners. Taught by professional art educators, students can choose from many art classes and workshops that change monthly. Art League Gallery features local artwork in all media created by more than 200 member artists. All artwork on display is for sale and the exhibits change every month. Located mid-island inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, next to the box office. Art League Gallery is open every day: Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm and 90 minutes before every Arts Center performance.

“Inspiring visual arts for our community and its visitors through exhibitions, education and partnerships” is Art League of Hilton Head’s mission.

Art League of Hilton Head Gallery located mid-island, inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC.

For further info call 843/681-5060, or visit (www.artleaguehhi.org).

Art League of Hilton Head Launches 2021 Membership Campaign on Hilton Head Island, SC

Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, is now offering three free months of membership (October-December 2020) for new members that sign up for a 2021 membership.

“We’re really the best value out there for artists or art lovers who want to learn, exhibit, or be involved in the arts community,” says Membership Chair, Peg Weschke. “We have a large, engaged membership and some of the lowest rates in the area. Our gallery was voted “Best Gallery” at the end of 2019 and our 2020 membership grew by 25%. Before the Covid-19 crisis, we were well on our way to outpace gallery attendance records and sales.”

“During the lock-down, our staff initiated innovative ways to deliver online workshops, receptions, gallery sales and auctions. This has allowed us to continue to serve our local members and to reach out to snow-birds and new geographically-remote members.”

“We’ll be turning 50 in 2022, and we’re more committed than ever to keeping our offerings exciting, fresh and fun as we continue our core mission of inspiring visual arts for our community and its visitors.”

A year-long membership is $55 for Members and $150 for Exhibiting Members. Both memberships come with discounts on classes, workshops, demos and more. For more information, or to join or donate to Art League, please visit (ArtLeagueHHI.org).

Art League of Hilton Head was named SCORE’s Client of the Year in part for its innovative and diverse offerings for artists and art lovers such as gallery space with regularly rotating shows, juried shows such as CraftHiltonHead and Biennale, the annual Gullah show and other community events, classes, lectures, and volunteer and donor opportunities.

Art League of Hilton Head is responding to the COVID-19 crisis with increased online offerings for artists and patrons. Multi-week classes are still available, and weekly online demos and workshops are offered for $9 and $20 respectively. The quality of the instruction remains high; registration is limited to ensure students get individual attention.

Art League of Hilton Head is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit visual arts organization on Hilton Head Island with a synergistic art gallery and teaching Academy.

Art League Academy welcomes artists and students in all media at all skill levels, including true beginners. Taught by professional art educators, students can choose from many art classes and workshops that change monthly.

Art League Gallery features local artwork in all media created by more than 170 member artists. All artwork on display is for sale and exhibits change every month. Located mid-island inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, next to the box office. Art League Gallery open daily Monday – Saturday 10am – 4pm & Sunday 12 – 4pm plus 90 minutes prior to all Arts Center Performances.

“Inspiring visual arts for our community and its visitors through exhibitions, education and partnerships” is Art League of Hilton Head’s mission.

For further info visit (ArtLeagueHHI.org).

Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, Launches 2020 Membership Campaign

For almost 50 years, Art League of Hilton Head, on Hilton Head Island, SC, has been the Lowcountry’s creative core for the visual arts with their beautiful gallery, teaching academy and special community events.

As the League launches its 2020 membership campaign, “Hang with the Best”, they are honored to have been chosen as ‘Best’ in a survey of both the Island Packet and Hilton Head Monthly readers.

Art League believes that by nurturing the artist, they enrich the community. Their members are part of a vibrant arts community that inspires, educates, supports and promotes them.

Members also enjoy the best Lowcountry value for their membership dollar. Membership starts at $55. Exhibiting membership costs $140 – with no requirement for monthly volunteer hours. Higher-level, patron memberships are available and range from $150 to $1,000. Membership includes all visual arts categories. However, jewelry artists need apply for space in the gallery display cases.

Membership benefits include discounts on academy workshops, monthly newsletter and e-mails, ‘Open Studio’ sessions and access (as available) to personal studio space. Exhibiting members display and sell at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina and other satellite galleries. This membership level includes access to be the ‘featured’ artist in the center of the gallery with significant advertising and promotion of their work. Patron memberships include appreciation gifts, discounts on gallery artwork and invitations to special private events.

For more information, visit the Art League website at (www.ArtLeagueHHI.org) or contact Peg Weschke, Membership Chair by e-mail at (dolphinscull@gmail.com).

Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, Announces Winners of “26th Biennale, National Juried Art Exhibition 2019”

Art League of Hilton Head awarded ten winners at the opening reception of the “26th Biennale, National Juried Art Exhibition 2019” on Friday evening, May 10, 2019. Over $5,000 in cash prizes were awarded. The exhibit runs through June 1, 2019, at Art League Gallery located inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.

On Saturday, May 11, approximately 45 people returned to Art League Gallery to attend a “Critic’s Coffee” where judge, Alan Flattmann, discussed his selection process, judging criteria and offered commentary on some of the winning artwork.

26th Biennale Award Winners:

Work by Aldo Muzzarelli

First Prize – “Margarita and the Rain of Prejudice”, Mixed Media, by Aldo Muzzarelli (Mauldin, SC) $1,500

Second Prize – “Gift from the Sea”, Watercolor, by Catherine Hillis (St. Simons Island, GA) $1,100

Third Prize – “The Old Ways”, Oil, by William Schneider (Vlg. Of Lakewood, IL) $800

Honorable Mention – “Weight of the Work”, Watercolor, by Tony Armendariz (Palatine, IL) $250

Honorable Mention – “Teresita”, Oil, by Candice Chovanec (Grand Rapids, MI) $250

Honorable Mention – “The Ride”, Photography, by Allen Coles (Columbia, SC) $250

Honorable Mention – “Two Skulls”, Bronze, by Erik Durant (New Bedford, MA) $250

Honorable Mention – “Flooded Field”, Oil, by Donna Nyzio (Beaufort, NC) $250

Honorable Mention – “A Rising Tide”, Pastel, by Andrea Pejeau (Hilton Head Island, SC) $250

Honorable Mention – “Untitled (Composition II)”, Oil, by Haley Smith (Myrtle Beach, SC) $250

The Art League of Hilton Head Gallery is located mid-island, inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC.

For further info call 843/681-5060 or visit (www.artleaguehhi.org).

Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn on Hilton Head Island, SC, Announces Winners of 2019 Art Market

The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn on Hilton Head Island, SC, has announced the winners of the 2019 Art Market.

Work by Samuel Yao

Best in Show – Elizabeth Borowsky, Clay – Andrews, SC

2nd place – Samuel Yao, Fiber – Ann Arbor, MI

3rd place – Beth Tockey Williams, Pastels – Edisto Island, SC

Awards of Merit:

David and Veronica Bennett, Glass – Meadows of Dan, VA

Shelby Dillon, Oil/Acrylic – Durham, NC

Karen Langley, Oil/Acrylic – Columbia, SC

Adeline Mazyck, Sweetgrass Baskets – Mt. Pleasant, SC

Amanda McLenon, Oil/Acrylic – Daniel Island, SC

Marcee Musgrove, Mixed Media 2- D – Bloomingdale, GA

Kathy Oda, Glass – Beaufort, SC

Murray Sease, Oil/Acrylic – Bluffton, SC

Willard Smith, Photography – Beaufort, SC

Barbara Umbel, Jewelry – Indian Harbour, FL

For further information call Robin Swift, VP of Marketing and Development at 843/689-6767 ext. 224 or visit (www.coastaldiscovery.org).

Art League of Hilton Head (SC) Seeks Artists for National Juried Exhibition – Deadline Mar. 22, 2019

Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, invites artists to enter the “2019 Biennale”, its 26th National Juried Exhibition, held every other year across multiple media types. Over $5000 in cash prizes will be awarded. All works of art selected by jurors will be on display at Art League Gallery. This gallery provides the finest exhibit space with high tourist and community visibility.

Work by Laurie McIntosh, 2018 2nd Place

Deadline for applications is March 22, 2019. For more information and to enter, visit (https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=5294).

The “2019 Biennale” judge is Alan Flattmann, an internationally known, award-winning artist accomplished in oil, watercolor and pastel. He is the author of “The Art of Pastel Painting”, widely considered the definitive guide to pastels.

Work by Jonathan Murrill, 2018 Honorable Mention

The “2019 Biennale” exhibition will be free and open to the public from May 7 – June 1, 2019 at the Art League Gallery, located inside the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina on Hilton Head Island, SC. An opening reception and awards ceremony will take place on Friday, May 10, from 5-7pm. This exhibition will take place during the run of a professionally produced performance of “A Chorus Line” on the stage of Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Since the gallery is located inside the Arts Center, we expect to host an additional 100 to 200 theatre-goers each evening in addition to our regular visitors.

Cost: A non-refundable fee of $35 enables each artist to enter 1 application of work. Artists may submit additional applications for $10 each. Limit three. 1 image per application.

For further info call the Art League at 843/681-5060.

Award Winners Announced at “CraftHiltonHead2018” Exhibition on Hilton Head Island, SC

Fine art craft artists from 24 states competed for cash prizes at “CraftHiltonHead2018”. This national, juried craft exhibition showcases over 100 two and three dimensional high-quality craftworks from over 60 featured artists at Art League Gallery of the Art League of Hilton Head, Hilton Head Island, SC.

The award winners were announced at the Awards Reception on Dec. 5, 2018. The winning selections were chosen by two nationally-recognized jurors, Linda Bloom and Patricia Willcox. $4,000 in prizes were awarded.

View the prize winners plus many more one-of-a-kind crafts available for inspired gift-giving. Don’t miss this exclusive presentation on display, and for sale, now through December 29, 2018.

Art League of Hilton Head is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit visual arts organization on Hilton Head Island with a synergistic art gallery and teaching Academy.

Art League Academy welcomes artists and students in all media at all skill levels, including true beginners. Taught by professional art educators, students can choose from many art classes and workshops that change monthly.

Art League Gallery features local artwork in all media created by more than 170 member artists. All artwork on display is for sale and exhibits change every month. Located mid-island inside Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, next to the box office. Art League Gallery now open every day, Mon. – Sat., 10am – 4pm & Sun., 12 – 4pm plus 90 minutes prior to all Arts Center Performances.

“Inspiring visual arts for our community and its visitors through exhibitions, education and partnerships” is Art League of Hilton Head’s mission.

Artwork Examples:

First Place – $1500 Prize – “Redemption”, Acrylic, Oil, Wood, Iron, Metal Leaf by Aldo Muzzarelli from South Carolina

Second Place – $1000 Prize – “Vertural Humanity”, Ceramic by David Zahn from Illinois

Third Place – $600 Prize – “A Friend of Lucian”, Wood, Acrylic Paint by James Harney from Illinois

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “The Seven Bases”, Ceramic, Wood by Yelitza Diaz from South Carolina

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “Viking”, Terra Cotta by Sheri Farbstein from South Carolina

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “Persian Garden”, Fiber by Ron Hodge from South Carolina

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “Carbon Copy”, Paper Mache’, Paper Coil by Flavia Lovatelli from South Carolina

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “Dreamcatcher”, Silver, Copper, Agate, Labradorite, Sandstone, Wood by Kelly Noonan from Texas

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “Pelican Teapot”, Pewter, Silver by Bill Price from Tennessee

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “Nature’s Mood”, Wood, Metal, Fiber, Cloth by Joan Siem from Texas

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “Shiva”, Tulip Poplar by Hutch Traver from North Carolina

Honorable Mention – $100 Prize – “Ascending from Earth to Sky”, Mixed Media by Maxine Uttal from South Carolina

For further information call 843/681-5060 or visit (www.artleaguehhi.org).