The landscapes exhibition, juried by Wendi Schneider, was in the online gallery from July 18 to August 28, 2025 . The jurors selected forty seven images from thirty seven artist for the exhibition. Susan White’s Caddo Lake 3 – Maenam, Mother of the Water received the Juror’s Award. Jānis Miglavs’ image Magic on the Oregon Coast received the Director’s Award.

Juror’s Statement

It was a privilege to revel in this striking collection of landscape interpretations. The depth of emotion and the wide range of creative approaches in the submissions were truly inspiring; each a testament to vision and craft. My selection process involved viewing every image multiple times over several days, a practice I find essential to gain new perspectives and deeper insights. The final phase of decision-making was particularly challenging, as many powerful and moving works shifted in and out of consideration. Ultimately, my selections prioritized images that, together, formed a cohesive exhibition — one that showcases the breadth of interpretation, balances exceptional quality, and represents the myriad ways artists experience and respond to the landscape.

This collection showcases a diverse range of artistic visions. From the stark, graphic beauty of abstract sand dunes and cracked glass compositions to the tranquil serenity of misty forests and peaceful lake scenes, each piece offered a unique perspective. I was transported across varied terrains—dramatic coastlines, rolling Tuscan hills, arid deserts, and ancient ruins—captured through vivid colors, delicate sepia tones, and timeless monochrome palettes. These works embody thoughtful composition, strong visual storytelling, and distinctive creative voices.

I selected Susan White’s Caddo 3 – Maenam, Mother of the Water  for the Juror’s Award. The warm tones evoke a sense of history and nostalgia, enhancing the image’s mystical swamp atmosphere, and transporting us to a timeless and ethereal realm. A central Bald Cypress tree, draped with Spanish moss, stands as an ancient sentinel, its intricate textures beautifully rendered, anchored in the foreground’s reflections. The surrounding mist softens the background, building layers of visual interest and drawing the eye deeper into the scene. The light subtly illuminates the moss and water, endowing a dreamlike glow. Caddo 3- Maenam, Mother of the Water  is a powerful depiction of the profound wild beauty in the untouched corners of nature.

Wendi Schneider
July, 2025

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