Juried and Rejected

 

Gathering the Cranberries, 2025, Oil on Canvas, 12"x36"

I'm not a fan of juried shows. I don't particularly like working on a theme which practically all juried shows demand.  The annual Duxbury Art Association's juried show does not require a theme.  I have been chosen twice to participate.  However, this and last year I was not chosen.  This bog is located in Duxbury so I thought.....yes.  But, the jurors were not necessarily wowed by that as they probably are only looking at the plastic elements.   Here is a look at the show.

Nasturtiums with Lemon Balm, 2026 Oil on Panel, 12"x12"

This work was made in response to a Copley Society juried call for art, The Measure of Light.  I'm such a literal interpreter when it comes to these calls.  My response was this still life with strong light cast upon the object.  Set against the dark ground, I thought one could measure the light.  Once again, I was rejected.  I was also not chosen for a show that asked Copley patrons to choose works from members.

I find myself dejected and unsure of how I want to proceed.  I am working on 2 new paintings for juried shows.  Stubborn?  Optimistic?  We will see.