Art Fair Medina County Aquarius 2025 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 19, 2025 Medina, Ohio CONTACT: Deanna Clucas, Aquarius Co-Chair/Publicity, 330-697-7543 deannaclucas@gmail.com Website: medinacountyartleague.com It’s that time of year again when the Medina County Art League Artists have been busy creating new work for you to enjoy at affordable pricing during the month of February. You might even find that special piece that’s going to fit in that empty spot you’ve been thinking of filling; or replacing something that has lost its spark. This year’s juror of awards is Mary White of the Akron Society of Artists. All of the artwork in this exhibition is original and created by Medina County Art League Members in a vast variety of mediums. Most of the work is for sale. Those interested in purchasing the artwork will please contact the artist. Aquarius 2026 More information coming soon! Results The opening reception for Aquarius was held on Saturday, February 1, and awards were presented. Mary White, who was the juror for this exhibit, said, “I was impressed with the variety of styles, mediums, and the subject matter presented. It made for a very difficult task to choose the award-winning pieces, as the overall quality of the work was very high.” Carol Klingel "Winter Light" Best of Show Heidi Hanssen "Steet Music & the White Shirt" First Place Peggy Stover "Sunbathers" Second Place Craig Staufer "You Can Leave Your Hat On" Third Place Kathryn Elias "Watercolor" Honorable Mention Honorable Mention Margaret Hermann-Drescher "Fitting the Fragments Together" Honorable Mention Pat Tilk "Steve" Honorable Mention Carol Stevens "Coastal" Merit Awards Elaine Lamb "A Dreamer's Perch" Laurie Musser "Wisdom and Grace" Karen Ng "Medina Morning" Deanna Clucas "Time Out" Craig Staufer "Over Yonder" Viewer's Choice Cathy Welner "Winter Stream" (not pictured) Details Details Artwork Pick-up: Mon. Mar. 3, 10-noon. or Tues. Mar. 4, 4-6 p.m. *Pick-up schedule will be provided When: February 1 - March 2, 2025 Where: B. Smith Gallery, 3rd Floor Medina County District Library 210 S Broadway St, Medina, OH 4425 Sales: All sales are handled directly by the artist. There is no commission. All artwork is to remain for the duration of the show. If you are interested in a piece, email addresses are included where possible. 2025 Prospectus Download PDF Contacts Contact Deanna Clucas or Sharon Borror for questions or details. Past Aquarius Exhibits 2025 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019

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Art Fair Medina County Past Aquarius Exhibits 2019 | 2020 | 2021 17th Annual Aquarius Exhibition presented by Medina County Art League 2021 VIRTUAL Aquarius GALLERY 2021 Aquarius Awards Best of Show Charleston by Barbara Zimmerman - Collage Diptych This painting really intrigued me. It was well thought out taking in design, composition, positive and negative shapes, lost and found edges among other great tributes in the making of a good painting. And with all that's happening in it, there are wonderful spaces to rest the eyes. I was attracted to the people wondering what their conversations were and where they were going. This painting was done by a very confident artist. Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA First Place Cabbage Story #3 by Carol Klingel - Oil on Canvas Design and color harmony were big in this close-up painting of a cabbage. I love the detail with the holes in the leaves and the beautiful translucency of the light coming through some of them. Great design with the leaves running off the page. Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA Second Place Al's View by Bob Maurer - Watercolor This watercolor has a peaceful serene feeling, color harmony and good technical execution. It makes one feel as if they are there enjoying this with them. The "less is more" concept made this painting. Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA Third Place 52 Public Square by Craig Staufer - Oil Street scenes can really be tough with all the complexity. This artist made it look easy with confident strokes and simplicity at the same time. I loved the action in the clouds and the addition of people and a couple of cars. Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA Honorable Mentions Pest Control by Teenia Geig-Koehler - Mixed Media The artist made a little gem conveying the Carolina Wren and kept your attention on it by simplifying the upper part. You can almost hear its song. Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA One Green Pear by Helga Reid - Watercolor This is another gem done in watercolor. This had great design and technical execution along with color harmony. I loved the imperfections on the pears and making the one stand out by being more green. Hence the title. Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA Tree Rows by Darrell Kent - Ink Markers This painting intrigued me by the use of so many dots of ink markers but it was so well done that it all came together nicely. It had great rhythm in the sky and the trees took on their own personality like they were there having a conversation with one another. Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA Drummer Boy by Ken Smith - Photography This photograph posed an emotional response. It also had a mystery to it as to who the drummer was and what had happened to him. The composition is good and the atmospheric quality it conveyed added to the mystery for me. Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA Juror Statement I was very honored for the opportunity to be the Juror for the 2021 Medina County Art League Show at the Medina Library. Every artist must remember, this is only one opinion and there were so many winners, but I only could give out 8 awards. In the end, all that matters is believe in yourself and paint to please only you. I've always liked the phrase "it's not what you paint, but how you paint it". Every artist has their own "signature" or style and I enjoyed them all. Besides looking for the usual; strong design, composition, values, color harmony and good technical execution, I also looked for emotional content and the passion the artist conveyed. I wanted to feel the experience the artist had while creating it. Also, important to me was the artist showing their confidence in their work. Did they have a clear sense of what they were trying to communicate to the viewer? A big congratulations to all, for without your creativity, putting your heart and soul into your work, this wonderful exhibit wouldn't happen. All the best, Carolyn E. Lewis, OPA To learn more about Carolyn please visit her website at: www.lewisstudio.com

Online/Printable Membership Form Memberships are for the current year which runs from September 1 thru August 31. You do NOT need to be a resident of Medina County to become a member! Medina County Art League, Inc is a 501c3 Charitable Organization. Link to Printable Form Membership Type * New Membership Membership Renewal Select an item ($) * Individual Membership - $35.00 Individual Membership + $10 Donation to Scholarship Fund - $45.00 Individual Membership + $20 Donation to Scholarship Fund - $55.00 Couples Membership - $45.00 Couples Membership + $10 Donation to Scholarship Fund - $55.00 Couples Membership + $20 Donation to Scholarship Fund - $65.00 Certified Teacher Membership - $25 Student Membership/ 16 + 17 Years Old - $25 Note: If you would like to donate an amount not listed above to the scholarship fund, please click here and visit our Donation Page and submit as a separate transaction. First Name Last Name Spouse's Name (if Couple Membership) Address (including City, State, and Zip Code) Phone Number Email Medium (s) Website Signature Member of (examples: OWS, WPA, etc.) Check here if you do not want your phone number listed in the membership directory. Check here if you want to be on a committee or be active in some other way. Proceed to Checkout Thanks for your order! We're looking forward to seeing you at our next meeting!

Medina County Art League History Mary Claggett never realized her dream of helping establish an art and cultural center in Medina County, but her unceasing activity planted the seed in the minds of local artists. In 1958, she founded the not-for-profit Medina County Art League. She remained as president until 1970 when Jeanne Nichols became president. The League's purpose has always been the promotion of an active interest in the arts, conduct and participate in art shows and aiding students of Medina County in obtaining further education in the arts. We have been a continual supporter of community events and receptive to requests for participation. Every summer in July the League sponsors Art In The Park around the Gazebo at the Medina Square with 130 local and visiting fine artists, juried awards, and scholarship tent where artists contribute select pieces to help raise funds that are then awarded in March of each year to several deserving seniors starting college in the fall with an emphasis in Art. History A Picket Fence Show in the uptown park in 1961 foreshadowed our aforementioned Art in the Park. Early Meetings were held in member's homes, at the high school cafeteria or in the art room. In 1972, they moved to the Nichols Community Room. In 2002, they moved to the newly established Grace Drake Center for the Performing Arts and most recently, in 2009, moved to the A.I. Root Meeting Room. Projects of the league have included decorating the children's room at Medina County Hospital, art shows and scholarships for high school students, and annual art shows for members. Meetings have featured demonstrations of painting techniques, crafts, jewelry, silk-screen, welding, photography, and flower arranging. Critiques have been held to evaluate members' work. The Medina County Art League was incorporated in 1973. About Us

Monthly Meetings General Membership Meetings are held on the 4th Monday of each month from September to May at the Root Candle Community Room in Medina, Ohio. Visitors are always welcome. Please check our home page for meeting information and links. Meetings begin at 7:00 pm with general business followed by refreshments. A speaker, chosen from the art community then presents a short message of inspiration or sometimes even a demo. Join us on the fourth Monday of each month EXCEPT the May and March meetings which are the third Monday, and December in which there is no meeting due to the holidays. 2025-2026 Programming and Events Date Speaker Description 09/22/2025 Jim Laughlin Geometric abstracts 10/27/2025 Kayla Billings Ink drawings 11/24/2025 Gwen Waight Assemblages 01/26/2026 (CANCELED) Member Show and Tell 02/23/2026 Dave Derrig Wadsworth HS art teacher 03/23/2026 Scholarship awards 03/23/2026 Critique with Brian Shellito 04/27/2026 Bridget Ginley 1980s scholarship winner

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Art Fair Medina County When: Sunday, July 20, 2025 from 10am -5pm What: Set in Medina's charming Courthouse Square, Artists' exhibits are arranged around the park's gazebo, the central focus of the historic Public Square Area. Spend the day perusing artists' paintings, sculptures, photo's and other works, grab lunch at one of the local eateries. Hopefully, you'll find a favorite piece for that empty wall you've been meaning to fill! Program Where: Courthouse Square in Medina, Ohio Registration 2024 SPONSORED ARTIST AWARDS $1000 Best of Show Geo. M. Brown & Assoc., Inc. $800 Body of Work 1st Place $600 Body of Work 2nd Place $400 Body of Work 3rd Place $200 Body of Work HM $100 Special Award Salon Morche $100 Special Award $100 Special Award Velvet's W Main Framing $100 Special Award $100 Special Award Additional Sponsors Elaine Lamb Matt Celek ART in the PARK ARCHIVES 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019

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Art Fair Medina County 19th Annual Aquarius Exhibition Past Aquarius Exhibits 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 Gallery Details Our Juror Awards Entry List 2023 Aquarius VIRTUAL GALLERY Clck here for Entry List with Photos Gallery Details Details Show Dates: January 30 to March 5, 2023 Library Hours: Monday - Thursday 10-8; Friday & Saturday 10-5, Sunday 1-5 Artwork Pick-up: March 6, 3-6 pm and March 7, 2-4 pm, 2022 Where: B. Smith Gallery, 3rd Floor Medina County District Library 210 S Broadway St, Medina, OH 44256 What: The 19th Annual members-only exhibition will be held at the Medina County District Library (MCDL) in Medina during the month of February. MCAL members are invited annually to exhibit two works in the show. Awards: Best of Show $175, 1st Place $150, 2nd Place $100, 3rd Place $75, 4 Honorable Mentions $25 each, and Peoples’ Choice $50 Sales: All sales are handled directly by the artist. There is no commission. All artwork is to remain for the duration of the show. If you are interested in a piece, email addresses are included where possible. Reception Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 1-3pm Our Juror Awards Our Juror We would like to thank this year’s juror for judging this exhibit: Mary Urbas Mary Urbas has been the Gallery Director/Exhibition Curator/Installation Designer for The Gallery at Lakeland Community College in Kirtland since 2005. Mary has over 43 years of experience in the professional art world as a gallery owner, curator, teacher, consultant, and an award winning exhibiting Fiber Artist. She received her BFA from the Cleveland Institute of Art with a major in Textile Design and Silk Screen Printing, with minors in Weaving and Printmaking. She was the Gallery Manager and Shipping/Receiving Manager at Sylvia Ullman's American Crafts Gallery in Cleveland, for 17+ years. She opened her own gallery in 1997, called The Gallery in Chagrin Falls that featured contemporary Fine Art and Fine Crafts. She became the Gallery Curator and Assistant Director at the Valley Art Center (in Chagrin Falls 2001- 2005), teaching classes to adults and summer art camps for children. Mary teaches a class at The Cleveland Institute of Art, Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, Lakeland Community College, Notre Dame College, Ursuline College and The Valley Art Center: Professional Practices/The Business of Art for Artists: Presenting and Promoting Your Art”; that is designed as a first-step towards helping the developing, as well as established artist make a successful transition from creating art to presenting and promoting it... Mary also enjoys teaching young artists Textile Design and World Art through after-school and summer art camp programs at various art centers. Juror Statement It is always a privilege and a challenge to award prizes to work submitted to an art exhibition. I would like to express my thanks to all those who entered work. I know from long experience what it is like to submit my own artworks into similar shows, and how nerve-wracking the process can be. I also understand and appreciate the investment of time and passionate interest that is bound up in any art object or project. I really enjoyed spending time with the artworks. When I jury a show, I look for four things: Unique idea: Something that is your very own, maybe a different twist on an old theme. Creative design: A composition that balances all of the elements of design... line, value, color, and shape.... using repetition, texture, pattern to evoke a mood. Execution: Knowledge of the broad range of the medium and expertise in application, which only comes with practice, practice, practice.... Presentation: Using the appropriate materials to enhance the work. Judging the show for prizes presented me with an opportunity to view new and compelling art from member artists of the Medina County Art League; artists that I was not familiar with. I took pleasure in making these new discoveries. - Mary Urbas Awards Best of Show "Leaving Home" by Donna Bargar Watercolor People's Choice "Gentle Giant" by Karen Marten Watercolor First Place "Something's Afoot" by Judy Hohl Oil on Canvas Second Place "After the Fog Cleared" by Betty Siska Pastel Third Place "Pick of the Day" by Cindy Craft Watercolor Honorable Mentions "She Dreams of Flying" by Carol Klingel Acrylic on Canvas "Hive" by Teenia Geig Mixed Media "Agricultural Graveyard" by Craig Staufer Oil on Linen Panel "Summer of Life" by Janet Baran Acrylic