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Fifty-eight artists entered Mooresville Arts’ 42nd Annual Artoberfest Judged Show & Competition.

Artists from Mooresville, Cornelius, Huntersville, Charlotte and beyond contributed 103 entries, showcasing their talent and creativity in this exhibit, which is one of Mooresville Arts’ most popular and long-standing shows.

Artwork for this year’s show includes paintings, drawings, mixed media, pottery, glass, and more. Artwork is for sale with sales directly benefiting local artists and Mooresville Arts, a nonprofit art gallery.

Judge Wendy Hickey, founder and executive director of the ArtPop Street Gallery, lent her time, keen eye and expertise in viewing the exhibit and selecting the show’s top honors.

“What an incredible collection of work! Not an easy journey to make the selections. Our regional artists continue to inspire,” Hickey said.

This year’s show sponsors include LKN Local, Brenda Vanhoy and Cheap Joe’s Art Supplies.

Artoberfest is on display in the Mooresville Arts Gallery through Thursday, November 14. Gallery Hours are Tuesday-Saturday 12-4pm.

An artists’ reception was held on Friday, October 11. About 160 people attended the event.

Winners

Award winners for this year’s show include:

1st Place Award
“Tank Commander,” Graphite Drawing, by Robert Cooper (Lincolnton)

2nd Place Award
“Up on the Roof,” Watercolor, by Dan McCrary (Charlotte)

3rd Place Award
“One in the Hand,” Mixed Media, by PK Donson (Davidson)

Judge’s Choice Award
“What My Dad Did,” Ceramic/Mixed Media, by Renee Calder (Huntersville)

Judge’s Choice Award
“Up in LA,” Oil Painting, by Bill Hook (Davidson)

Judge’s Choice Award
“Ebie into Wonderland,” Oil Painting, by Jason Clewell (Huntersville)

Judge’s Choice Award
“The Farm,” Acrylic Painting, by Charlie Anthony (Mooresville)

Judge’s Choice Award
“Sounds of the Birds,” Oil Painting, by Natalia Leigh (Kannapolis)

LEARN MORE

Mooresville Arts is located at 103 W. Center Street in Mooresville. Visit Mooresvillearts.org to learn more.