2025 Lake Country Juried Art Show Awards

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE RIBBON WINNERS!

1st place: Deborah Griffis, “A New Morning”
2nd place: Brian Danson, “ Stand Strawng!”
3rd place: Leslie Guo, “The Vintage Green”

MERIT AWARDS:

Merit: Janet Getter, “French Melon”
Merit: Melanie Schneider, “Golden Spiral”
Merit: Lorraine Kimsey, “Rocky Mountain Cabin”

PEOPLE’S CHOICE:

People’s Choice: Edward Hubach, “Fury”
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A New Morning 1st Place

Ninth Annual Lake Country Juried Art Show Opening Reception & Awards

The Artisans Village Guild opened its ninth annual Lake Country Juried Art Show on Thursday, June 19th with a reception and awards presentation at Barrel 118 in downtown Eatonton. Each year, attendance at the reception continues to grow. “There were so many new faces on Thursday evening. The Artisans Village continues to bring more art enthusiasts and artists together throughout the Lake Country and beyond,” said Michele Hartung, show chairperson. “It was an amazing show and a wonderful evening.”
62 artists submitted over 160 pieces of art in various mediums and styles for consideration. Our judge, Shane McDonald, a well-known artist and art instructor based in Marietta, Georgia, juried about 100 pieces into the show.
Cathy McIntire, show co-chair, commented on the quality of the artwork. She said, “The caliber of the show gets better each and every year. This is the third year we’ve had the opening at Barrel 118, and the beautiful venue is just the perfect way to showcase the art and a comfortable space for the increasing number of artists and guests.”
The event featured complimentary wine provided by The Artisans Village Guild members, catering from Rock Eagle, and a towering display of florals from Taylor Flowers & Gifts. “It takes a lot of planning and teamwork for this event every year, and we like to make it memorable with special touches,” McIntire added.

Lake Country Juried Art Show 2025 – Juror & Judge

SHANE McDONALD

Shane McDonald has created fine art oil and pastel portraits for patrons throughout the Southeast since obtaining his BA degree in Art from Kennesaw State University in 1992. His training in classical drawing and painting paired with his willingness to embrace the current trends in contemporary art has enabled him to maintain respect as a fine artist and instructor in the Atlanta area.

Shane’s fine art landscapes are represented by Robert Kent Gallery in Marietta, GA. Figurative works and still-life paintings can also be seen in his commercial studio and gallery at the Artisan Resource Center in Marietta, GA. Shane has won numerous awards for his works at juried competitions. His paintings are in the permanent collections at the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art, Kennesaw State University, the Dr. Jesse R. Peel LGBTQ Center at East Carolina University, and the Zuckerman Museum of Art. He is also associated with the School of Art and Design at Kennesaw State University.     Visit Shane’s Website. 

A New Morning 1st Place

Congratulations LCJAS 2025
1st place: Deborah Griffis, “A New Morning”

2025 IMPORTANT SHOW DATES

Entries and Fees Received:
Not later than midnight on May 1st, 2025.

Show Opening Reception:
June 19, 2025 5pm to 7pm
Awards will be given during this time.

Show Continues at The Gallery
Through end of July

Pick up of Artwork by Artists:
July 30th and July 31st, 2025