WELCOME TO THE
TWENTY-SECOND
ANNUAL STARS OF TEXAS JURIED ART EXHIBIT
Presented by
The Arts Council of
Brownwood
February 2 to 15, 2020
INFORMATION
NOTE: NEW DATES FOR THE 22nd ANNUAL EXHIBIT. SUBMISSION DATES: FRIDAY, January 24th AND Saturday January 25th, 2020. ARTISTS RECEPTION: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1st. EXHIBIT DATES: FEBRUARY 2 TO 15, 2020. SEE IMPORTANT DATES BELOW FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
A PRINTABLE PDF FILE OF THE PROSPECTUS FOR THE 22ND ANNUAL EXHIBIT IS NOW AVAILABLE. SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS
WOW! We were overwhelmed and elated with the exceptional quality of art at the 2019 exhibit. 129 artists from throughout Texas entered a total of 265 pieces of artwork. Our Juror, Pat Gabriel, selected 122 artworks for the exhibit. The selected artwork consists of a variety of mediums, subject matter, and exceptional quality that provides a feast for both the eyes and emotions of those attending the exhibit.The Salon des Refusés, sponsored by the Brownwood Art Association, took in a number of pieces of artwork that were not accepted at the Stars Exhibit for display and sale. The Brownwood Art Association Art Center is located at 215 Fisk Ave and will be open to the public each day, February 2nd. thru the 15th.
We are expecting the TWENTY-SECOND EXHIBIT to be even better and bigger, as each year the quality and number of entries continues to improve and grow.
A PRINTABLE PDF FILE OF THE PROSPECTUS FOR THE 22ND ANNUAL EXHIBIT IS NOW AVAILABLE. SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS
WOW! We were overwhelmed and elated with the exceptional quality of art at the 2019 exhibit. 129 artists from throughout Texas entered a total of 265 pieces of artwork. Our Juror, Pat Gabriel, selected 122 artworks for the exhibit. The selected artwork consists of a variety of mediums, subject matter, and exceptional quality that provides a feast for both the eyes and emotions of those attending the exhibit.The Salon des Refusés, sponsored by the Brownwood Art Association, took in a number of pieces of artwork that were not accepted at the Stars Exhibit for display and sale. The Brownwood Art Association Art Center is located at 215 Fisk Ave and will be open to the public each day, February 2nd. thru the 15th.
We are expecting the TWENTY-SECOND EXHIBIT to be even better and bigger, as each year the quality and number of entries continues to improve and grow.
JUROR - RANDY HALL
Randy Hall is a painter, photographer and educator living and working in San Angelo, Texas. Hall earned his BA in Art from Maharishi International University, his BFA in Studio Art from Calvin College and his MFA in painting from TCU. He has also completed doctoral coursework in Art Education at the University of North Texas.
Since 2004 Hall has been a member of the Angelo State University art faculty. Holding the rank of professor, he serves as the Art Area coordinator, curates exhibitions, and teaches courses in Drawing, Design, Graphic Illustration, Painting, Art Education, Digital Imagery, and Senior Portfolio Preparation. He has also co-taught the Great Works in the Arts course through the ASU Honors program and co-directed Study Abroad to the People’s Republic of China and Scotland UK, through the Center for International Studies.
Preceding his appointment at ASU, Mr. Hall directed the art therapy program at the High Frontier, in Fort Davis, Texas, taught courses in Design and Drawing at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas, and was Visiting Assistant Professor of Art at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he taught coursework in Art Education.
Since 2004 Hall has been a member of the Angelo State University art faculty. Holding the rank of professor, he serves as the Art Area coordinator, curates exhibitions, and teaches courses in Drawing, Design, Graphic Illustration, Painting, Art Education, Digital Imagery, and Senior Portfolio Preparation. He has also co-taught the Great Works in the Arts course through the ASU Honors program and co-directed Study Abroad to the People’s Republic of China and Scotland UK, through the Center for International Studies.
Preceding his appointment at ASU, Mr. Hall directed the art therapy program at the High Frontier, in Fort Davis, Texas, taught courses in Design and Drawing at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas, and was Visiting Assistant Professor of Art at Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he taught coursework in Art Education.
PROSPECTUS FOR 2020
The Prospectus for the Twenty-Second Annual Exhibit is available as a PDF.
CLICK ON JUROR, AWARDS, EVENTS Page 2, CALL FOR ENTRIES Page 3, ENTRY FORM Page 4 (there are 3 separate pages of the prospectus) or contact Webmaster
Prospectus and entry forms will also available at:
CLICK ON JUROR, AWARDS, EVENTS Page 2, CALL FOR ENTRIES Page 3, ENTRY FORM Page 4 (there are 3 separate pages of the prospectus) or contact Webmaster
Prospectus and entry forms will also available at:
- Area Chambers of Commerce
- Art Associations
- The Depot on entry day.
EVENTS
ART TALK: Art Talk by John Vinklarek, Professor, San Angelo State, Saturday, January 24, 2020 1:30—3:00 at, Adams Street Community Center, Free to Stars of Texas Entrants!
PHOTO SHOOT-OUT COMPETITION
Join the shoot-out while you await the results of the Juror selection at the Depot, Saturday, January 25, 2020
A digital photograph is to be completed within a 4 hour period of time. Entries will be judged by an independent juror for the “Best Overall Image” prize
REGISTRATION SITE: Art Center, 215 Fisk Ave, 10:00 am – noon
Shoot-Out: Noon – 4:00 pm
ENTRY FEE: $20.00 (non-refundable)
ELIGIBILITY: Must be 18 years or older
AWARD: $250 Best Overall Image from Bostick’s Auto & Truck Sales.
Website: www.starsoftexasjuriedartexhibit.com
Fifteenth ANNUAL PAINT - OFF COMPETITION: The Stars of Texas will again host the well received Paint-Off Competition on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the Depot Civic and Cultural Center. Two cash prizes of $500 and $250 will be awarded to the winners. Work must be completed on site within 6 hours.
REGISTRATION: 9:30 -10:30 am, Sat., February 15th.
ENTRY FEE: $20 (non-refundable) Light lunch included.
ELIGIBILITY: Open to all Texas residents 18 or older.
CASH PRIZES:
$500 BIG COUNTRY FORD LINCOLN Paint-Off Best Overall Award
$250 BIG COUNTRY FORD LINCOLN Paint-Off Award of Excellence
All 2D media (except photography) is accepted. Tasteful subject matter only. Artists may work from life, plein air, personal photo, or value study.
Participants are required to register and have their painting surface stamped before painting. No unstamped surfaces will be considered. Painting may begin on Friday after artist is registered & surface is stamped. The Paint-off will be held in the ballroom of the Depot. Overflow area will be provided at the Art Center, 215 Fisk Avenue, Brownwood. Outdoor plein air painters will have designated sites.
Artists may offer their works for sale by silent auction. Bidding will close before judging begins. Artists may set opening bid. A 25% fee will be collected on all paintings sold. All stamped works must be entered for jury at the DEPOT BALLROOM by 3:30 PM. Awards announced at 4 pm same day. Work should be displayed unframed on an easel. Artists must supply their easels and keep equipment compact. Art may be picked up at 5:00PM. No early setups please.
SALON DES REFUSÉ: The Salon des Refusés exhibit sponsored by the Brownwood Art Association will be held Feb. 2 - 15, 2020 at the Art Center, 215 Fisk Ave. Immediately after judging, artists are invited to show and sell any artwork entered but not accepted into the 2019 Stars of Texas exhibit. Details will be available on art delivery day at the Depot.
2020 ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS:
Selected artist will be demonstrating their techniques and styles throughout the exhibit each weekday, from 9 am to 3 pm.
CLICK HERE FOR THE DEMONSTRATORS SCHEDULE
IMPORTANT DATES
- Entries must be delivered to the Depot Civic and Cultural Center, 600 Depot St., Brownwood, Texas, on
Friday, January 24, 5 - 6:30 pm or Saturday, January 25, 9 am - 12 noon
Entries will be juried for acceptance first and then judged for awards. Accepted works must remain for the duration of the show.
Works NOT SELECTED must be picked up on Saturday, January 25, 4 - 5 pm
Saturday, January 25
Digital Photo Shoot – Out, 10 am to 4 pm
Art Center, 215 Fisk Ave
Saturday, February 1
Opening Reception, 7 to 9 pm
Awards Ceremony, 8 pm
Saturday, February 15
Paint-Off Competition, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Exhibit Artwork may be picked up at 5:00 pm
Sunday, February 16
Exhibit Artwork may be picked up from 1:30-3 pm - Entry forms are available at area Chambers of Commerce, art associations, the Depot on entry day, and on our website.
For more Stars of Texas exhibit information:
Call 325-643-1044 or 325-641-0141
Visit www.starsoftexasjuriedartexhibit.com
For more info on the BAA Salon des Refusés:
Call 325-998-5052 or 325-646-1390
Visit www.brownwoodart.com - For local hotel listings, contact the Brownwood Convention and Visitors Bureau, 325-646-9535.
- GALLERY HOURS - M - F - 9 AM TO 6 PM
SUNDAY - 1 PM TO 4 PM