JUROR'S STATEMENT

Barbara Ann Facas

Gallerist: Thames River Gallery

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As the juror in the NAC Exhibition “Artistic Wanderings 2025” I was pleasantly surprised to find a plethora of talent, imagination, and so many exceptional works of art. This made the task very enjoyable, but also challenging. There was a diverse range of mediums, subject matter, and styles.  I was asked to eliminate some of the submitted work from the show, as there was more work than fit into the gallery space. This task was the most difficult, as all the artwork was remarkable. I tried my best not to eliminate any one artist completely, so that the show would have depth and representations of many artists. My thoughts are always that of the art speaks to patrons on many different levels, and shows should try to be inclusive.

 

While I am a novice juror, I am certainly not new to art, museums, and galleries.  When asked to be a NAC juror, I was both pleased and proud for the opportunity that the NAC extended to me. During the process of judging works and awarding prizes, I asked Carol Dunn not to mention any of the artist’s names, as I did not want to be prejudiced if I knew a particular artist, and preferred to judge without preconception, looking at color, creativity, style, skill, materials used, and the way a particular piece of art spoke to me.

 

I applaud all the artists in this exhibition for their unique artwork, their community, and for sharing their gifts of creativity with us. The Norwich Art Center is a wonderful art venue in the heart of Norwich, Connecticut that promotes seasoned artists and emerging artists, giving the artists a place to commune, share ideas, exhibit, and sell their work to the public.

 

In closing, I thank you all for this privilege. This is a superb show and I am honored to have been invited to take part in it!