McDonough - (submitted by Debbie Withers of McDonough Arts) McDonough Arts opened the 2012 season with its 5th annual Juried Art Show and members reception at Winsor Gallery on Friday, January 13. A record 120+ guests enjoyed fine art and complimentary refreshments while mingling with the artists. Mayor Copeland welcomed guests and shared a framed watercolor that his own grandfather painted 100 years ago, at the age of 8. The mayor also had the opportunity to view for the first time a painting of himself that was entered into the competition.
The exhibition is an annual juried show of paintings in acrylic, oil, pastel, and watercolor. During the event the following awards were presented by County Commissioner BJ Mathis:
Best of Show ($500)- Mike England
1st place ($300) - Kay Ridge
2nd place ($200)- Hal Kilpatrick
3rd place ($100)- Alphonso Edwards
Honorable mention - Nan McGarity