Buechel named Best in Show at Art Guild's Judged & Juried Show

Best of Show: “Mystical Morning” by Eric Buechel

Many thanks to the 50 artists who submitted 93 pieces of artwork. A huge thank you to Juror/Judge Carl Gombert, professor of art at Maryville College in Tennessee, who accepted all 93 submissions into the Fine Arts Show.

Professor Gombert stated, “Years ago I heard a classical pianist explain his belief that every musical performance was a gift given to the world. It occurred to me then, and I still believe it to be true, that the same can be said of visual art. Art exhibited on the walls of galleries such as this are gifts given to each and every viewer...

By Jane Harding Chronicle contributor August 15, 2024

Comments by Carl Gombert: Best of Show - "Mystical Morning"

Initially, I was inclined to give this award to the painting titled Queen Elizabeth I for it’s obvious (and larger) visual impact. But the longer I sat with these works, the more this painting grew on me. It combines masterful technique with stunning composition. The reduction of the image to a complementary color harmony (blue and orange) is subtle but effective.

Judge Gombert also wrote this about your Queen Piece:

Queen Elizabeth I

A technical tour de force. Gorgeous surface, masterful drawing and effective use of a restricted palette.

"Queen Elizabeth I" By Eric Buechel