Local Artists Shine at Harlin Museum's Fall Art Show

Organizers report Harlin Museum's Fall Art Show brought together a wonderful collection of artistic talent, noting that this year's awards gave plenty of reason to celebrate.

 

Lee Copen took home Best of Show honors for her watercolor, Lantern's Light, which also earned first place in the Landscapes category. Copen continued her winning streak with a second-place award for her watercolor depiction of Hot Springs National Park and an Honorable Mention for Zion's Best Kept Secret.

 

Mark Quentin Wallen received third place in the Landscapes category for his oil painting, Tough Times: Tough People.

 

In the Portraits category, Lonnie Meuser claimed both first and second place. His graphite self-portrait took first, while his graphite portrait of Baby Thomas earned second. Chloe Cecil received third place for her acrylic painting, Girl Scout Days.

 

The Symbols & Icons category showcased an equally impressive variety of artistic styles. Cindy Temples earned first place with her collage, American Goldfinch. Temples also received an Honorable Mention for Cave Crawling. Lonnie Meuser took second place with his gouache painting, Bee Haven, while Twilah Hairi received third place for her pastel, Windmill at Baker Creek.

 

The Harlin Museum is open Thursday through Sunday from noon to 4 p.m., or by appointment. We hope you'll stop by, enjoy the artwork, support our local artists, and watch for many more exciting shows and events to come!